Tourism plays a vital role in the Philippines, shaping both its culture and environment. It serves as a bridge for cultural exchange, bringing people from around the world to experience the country’s rich heritage. At the same time, it drives economic development, creating business opportunities and jobs for millions of Filipinos. However, the rapid growth…
Tag: Environmental conservation
Deforestation: The Threat to Philippine Forests
What will happen to the environment if the Philippines loses all of its forests? The country is facing a significant threat from deforestation. Only about 24% of its land area remains forested as of 2019. This is a big drop from the 70% forest cover before the 16th century. The rate of deforestation in the…