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Before dawn on September 13, 2025, the usually calm waters of Marigondon, Lapulapu City, shimmered under a rising sun as the Rotary Club of Cebu Gloria Maris (RCCGM) gathered with energized volunteers for a vital mission: the Coastal & Underwater Clean-Up Drive. This collaborative effort with the Dive and Clean Up Club transformed the coastal area into a vibrant front of environmental stewardship and community activism. By 6:30 AM sharp, RCCGM volunteers, including Immediat

The citronella plant is widely known for its ability to repel mosquitoes, thanks to its strong citrus fragrance. Beyond this, it’s a bee-, butterfly-, and bird-friendly plant that is easy to grow and offers a variety of personal, household, and community benefits. In 2011, the Rotary Club of Greater Mandaluyong began planting citronella in the backyard of our Charter President, Mila Puyat. What started as a small initiative soon blossomed into a livelihood project, empowering

A moment of pride and gratitude for UCP Sheryll Ann Mesina of the Rotary Club of Aseana Manila, who was honored with the Best Environmental Project Award by the Rotary Club of Manila South during its 39th Charter Anniversary and 40th Induction Ceremony held on October 21, 2025. The recognition, presented by UCP Ryan Mercene and PP Henry Endradora, celebrates UCP Sheryll’s dedication to advancing environmental service and sustainability through impactful projects that inspire

A milestone collaboration was formally sealed between EcoSaver Mutual Fund Inc., represented by UCP Sheryll Ann Mesina, and Arronet Solutions Integrator Inc., represented by President & CEO Arnold E. Edrosa, through the signing of an Integrated Non-Disclosure and Memorandum of Agreement (NDA–MOA). This 25-year partnership marks the start of a transformative alliance aimed at developing and implementing blockchain-based tokenization to support EcoSaver’s sustainability initiat

Call it perfect timing ... as the Rainwater Collector System project dubbed “Pumapatak na Naman ang Ulan” was officially turned over, the rain began to fall. The system was formally received by school administrators led by Ms. Vilma Camba (Master teacher II - Overseer), Mr. Chi Cunanan (Public Development Officer), and Ms. Nimfa Cruz (Clerk) of Leodegario Elementary School in Marikina City on November 4, 2025. Before the simple turnover ceremony, Rotary Club of Marikina West

The Municipality of Siruma, Camarines Sur is set to formalize a landmark partnership with EcoSaver Mutual Fund Inc. under the REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation) framework, aiming to conserve over 16,000 hectares of forests and mangroves while promoting climate-resilient livelihoods for local communities. This collaboration brings together the Siruma LGU, EcoSaver, the Climate Change Commission (CCC), and Rotary leaders, aligning with DENR pol

Leaders from the Philippine government, academia, private sector, and civic organizations have joined forces through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance urban greening, carbon recovery, and sustainability initiatives nationwide. Spearheaded by Climate Change Commissioner Albert Dela Cruz, the partnership supports the National Adaptation Plan 2023–2050 and the country’s Net Zero 2050 vision. Among those present at the signing held at Rizal Technological

The Rotary Club of Baguio Highlands (RCBH) conducted a Boundary Survey and Site Visit of its Adopted Forest at the Puguis Communal Forest on October 29, 2025, at 9:00 AM. The activity, held in partnership with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and local stakeholders, aimed to strengthen the club’s commitment to environmental conservation and community collaboration. Members joined DENR representatives and surveyors in mapping forest boundaries, assess

As part of the Rotary Club of Marikina Valley’s “7-in-1 High Impact Project,” and in partnership with the Agriculture Department of the Municipality of San Mateo, the program “Cacao at Niyog, Hatid ay Asensong Malusog” promotes inclusive and sustainable community growth by introducing an intercropping method that integrates cacao and coconut. These two crops work great together, both economically and ecologically. How does this sustain livelihood and promote environmental co

A strong alliance between climate stakeholders from government agencies, the private sector, and civil society continues to gain momentum in advancing urban greening and carbon recovery initiatives across the Philippines. The Carbon Recoveries Awards serves as a platform to honor sustainability champions who lead in tree planting, carbon reduction, and green innovation, fostering a shared vision of a more climate-resilient nation. Among the honorees is the Million Tree Founda

UCP Sheryll Ann Mesina of the Rotary Club of Aseana Manila proudly collaborates once again with world-renowned Architect Felino “Jun” Palafox Jr. to advance sustainable and climate-resilient urban development. Together with local government partners, they champion urban greening initiatives and environmental regeneration—creating communities that thrive in harmony with nature. A partnership that embodies Rotary’s spirit of Service Above Self, building not just cities, but a s

In its continued mission to serve communities and promote sustainable living, the Rotary Club of Rizal Centro spearheaded a waste management initiative in Barangay Dolores, Taytay, Rizal. Through the donation of four (4) industrial-grade garbage disposal units, the club addressed the pressing need for proper waste management among informal settler communities along Ortigas Avenue Extension—helping transform a long-standing sanitation challenge into a model for community colla