Proposed Resolution: Agenda for a Green Philippines

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY-Philippines Network

Green Families and Communities Network (GFCN)

Eighth Annual Assembly June 5, 2010 1-6 p.m.
Miriam College - Environment Studies Institute (ESI)
Loyola Heights, Quezon City

PROPORSED RESOLUTIONS
Resolution: Agenda for a Green Philippines

We, the Filipino people, on this day June 5 2010 of the United Nations’ World Environment Day, declare our unwavering resolution to act towards an environmentally sustainable Philippines.
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Whereas, we duly recognize that we are citizens of the Philippines and the Planet Earth, and it is our right and responsibility to ensure the proper care of our natural world, in co-habilitation with its other citizens towards the survival of all species.
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Whereas, we duly recognize that human neglect has destroyed many of our natural habitats, and has placed our very species at risk for various dangers such as disease outbreaks, climate change disasters, famine, and so forth.
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Whereas, we duly recognize that human consumption has ravaged and depleted resources, and such acts have radically affected our chances of sustainable survival.
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Whereas, we recognize our environment as both the natural world and its eco-systems and that of human habitation, which we believe must co-exist in mutual support to each other’s survival.
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Whereas, we recognize that despite the wide-spread damage to our environment, there are world-wide positive actions towards sustainable development and only through a unified effort can we create a lasting change that will stop and reverse the damage and thus ensure a bountiful future for all.
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Hence, we call upon all Filipino people, as individuals and groups, to join the other world citizens in a unified action towards nation-wide community-based environmentally sustainable development.
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1. We resolve to practice in our very homes and communities of school, work and social organizations eco-friendly lifestyles on the very principles of Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle
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2. We resolve to link environmental organizations with Community and Sectoral Leaders, and develop local eco-friendly cultures through:Conducting Environmental Awareness Education and Community ConsultationsDeveloping Sustainable / Profitable Eco-Friendly Livelihood InitiativesCreating Community Waste Segregation and Recycling Programs Initiating Community Stewardship, Cleaning and Rehabilitating of local Natural Resources Patronizing Eco Friendly Products, Services, and BusinessesDevelop a National Barangay Network, in which communities can share information on best practices and alternative eco-friendly technologies
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3. We resolve to convene all Local Environmental / Humanitarian / Peace Organizations to mount a unified campaign for a Green Philippines through:Holding Eco-Awareness Festivals and EventsConducting Regional and National Environmental ConferencesLobbying for Government Legislation and ParticipationDeveloping a National Environmental Council that monitors positive and negative developments, and links the necessary local organization and government agency to address the issueCreating a National Information Portal that allows all members to share information in expertise, best practices, technological development, etc
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4. We resolve to address the Business Sector and work with them to:Support Environmental Programs as Part of Corporate ResponsibilityDevelop Eco-Friendly Business PracticesCreate Profitable Eco-Friendly Products
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5. We resolve to partner with Media and work with them to:Develop Environmental Awareness ProgramsSupport Environmental Organizations and Causes through free (or reduced rate) advertising and media reportageGive reduced rate advertising for Eco-Friendly Products
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6. We resolve aim to link up with International Environmental Groups and Agencies to:Create a Global Resource Center for Eco-Friendly Community Practices, Business Practices and TechnologiesCreate a Global Resource Center for International Funding for developing Eco-Friendly Community Practices, Business Practices and Technology
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7. We resolve to work with Academic Institutions and Practitioners to:Help develop Curricula that addresses Environmental AwarenessHelp build programs for students to participate and create their own Environmental Awareness EventsCreate initiatives for students to develop Technologies, Business Practices and Products that are Eco-FriendlyHelp construct a network of academic institutions and agencies that will allow information sharing on Eco-Friendly Community Practices, Business Practices and Technologies
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8. We resolve to work with Engineering and Scientific Institutions to:Develop technologies and systems that will reduce consumption of natural resources and maximize practical output without pollutionDevelop technologies and systems that will recycle non-biodegradable waste, including construction material, to reduce consumption of existing natural resourcesDevelop eco-friendly waste disposal technologies and systems to deal with the continuing garbage problemDevelop eco-friendly alternative energy sources that will reduce consumption of fossil based fuels
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9. We resolve to work with Local Government Units to:Develop and support Eco-Friendly Community ProgramsHelp build and support Sustainable Eco-Friendly Business InitiativesSupport and participate in Eco-Friendly Events
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10. We resolve to work with National Government to:Create and Enact Eco-Friendly LegislationsSupport and Participate in Eco-Friendly Programs & EventsDevelop a Comprehensive Long-Term Green Philippines Agenda Campaign to other Nations a Green Agenda Earth
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11. We resolve on this day to ensure a 90 million strong Philippine Nation, whose guiding principle of Peace, will work hand-in-hand with other nations in protecting and rehabilitating our environment and sustainable development.

Approved on: 5 June, 2010World Environment Day
Quezon City, Philippines

(WED-Phils. Secretariat's Note: Proposed resolutions for the WED-Philippines 8th AA do not have to be in this form, but should nevertheless include clear expressions or the rationale and the resulting action by the body.)