“Unlike Covid-19, for which a vaccine will likely be produced soon, there is no quick solution for the climate crisis. “With our stronger collaboration, I am confident that we can build back better economies that future generations deserve,” he added. Dominguez reiterated this call during a webinar organized by the European Union (EU) Delegation to the Philippines via Zoom last October 22 with environment and science journalists. The Finance Secretary said the world can address the climate emergency “with a better and more informed approach. Unlike Covid-19 that caught the world off guard, we have a wealth of information and innovative solutions on how to best deal with the climate crisis.

Source: Manila Times October 23, 2020 16:18 UTC