President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. wants Filipino children to learn about climate change early, as the country continues to face heavier rains and flooding.
The President raised the matter during an emergency Cabinet meeting on Monday following the flooding in Central Luzon, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said Tuesday.
“Sa DepEd, ituro sa mga bata, kahit sa murang edad ay makatulong na sila,” Castro said during a Palace briefing.
Castro said Marcos Jr. wants students to understand that they also have a role in preparing for the effects of climate change, which are expected to become more serious in the coming years.
“Sa mga estudyante, ang role ng bawat isa ay maging handa sa epekto ng climate change, mas maging malala ang epekto nito sa mga susunod pang taon, huwag nating paabutin sa ganoong kondisyon,” she said.
The President also wants climate change awareness brought down to the barangay level, with residents encouraged to do their part in reducing flooding and other risks.
“Sa bawat barangay , ipaabot natin na ang bawat residente ay may ambag para mabawasan ang malaking epekto ng climate change,” Castro said.
She cited simple measures such as proper garbage disposal, cleaning the surroundings and clearing waterways.
“Mula sa maayos na pagtatapon ng basura, paglilinis ng kapaligiran, pagtatanggal ng bara sa daluyan ng tubig, hindi ito maliit na bagay,” Castro said.IMT
