The Climate Change Commission on Saturday urged the public to make an investment in the environment to fight climate change.
"By investing in our planet, we can take concrete steps toward mitigating the effects of climate change. This includes implementing sustainable practices, reducing our carbon footprint, and promoting conservation efforts," the agency added. "This year's Earth Day theme, 'Invest in our Planet,' couldn't be more timely. It's indeed time for countries, especially corporations, to invest in genuine zero-waste solutions that will safeguard people and give the youth a plastic-free future they deserve. Young people have the most to gain if we act on the plastics issue—and the most to lose if we don't," said Greenpeace Philippines campaigner Marian Ledesma.