Philippines to Highlight High Energy Costs, Marine Threats at COP31
A Philippine environmental NGO will bring concerns over high electricity costs, fossil fuel dependence, and threats to the biodiverse Verde Island Passage to COP31. The group aims to emphasize the importance of a just energy transition and marine protection on the international stage.
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