Despite occupying only around 6 percent of the earth's surface, Sen. Cynthia Villar said wetlands perform crucial functions like freshwater supply, habitat provision, and climate regulation. In recognition of their importance, she noted that 172 countries have committed to the Ramsar Convention, to protect wetlands globally. As of 2023, she there…
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Wetlands are like biological supermarkets where vast amounts of food let many organisms thrive. The seasonal water inundation provides suitable habitat for many plant and animal species. These are also the areas that cultivated the world's agriculture.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga (2nd from left) and Senator Cynthia Villar (2nd from right) grace
To raise awareness on the role of wetlands as the “cradle of biodiversity", Senator Cynthia Villar filed Senate Bill (SB) 124, or the National Wetlands Conservation Bill, during the opening of the 19th Congress this month.
Speaking before the participants of the 8th Wetland Link International – As