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Recent macroeconomic data indicate that the growth rate of the Philippine economy is decreasing. The gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate has posed notable declines in three consecutive quarters; 3.9% in Q3 2025, 3.0% in Q4 2025, and 2.8 % in Q1 ...
Despite contributing negligibly to global greenhouse gas emissions, the Philippines remains among the most vulnerable to climate change. This paper explores the country’s transition towards renewable energy as a sustainable development pathway ...
The Philippines' three major electricity subsidy programs—the Universal Charge for Missionary Electrification, the lifeline rate, and the senior citizen discount—play a key role in protecting vulnerable consumers. However, weakness in tar...
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How is artificial intelligence reshaping work, skills, and governance in the Philippines, and who stands to gain or lose? The Philippine Institute for Development Studies (PIDS) hosted a webinar on April 30, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:30 AM via Zoom, exa...
Here are some tips from eSafety Commissioner on how parents can support and guide their children so that they gain the confidence to “make sound decisions” as they go online and know when to “ask for help when they need it.”
Do you know what “digital parenting” means? In this short video, we asked a number of parents from INNOTECH to find out how much they understand about “digital parenting.”
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As the country accelerates its shift toward renewable energy, critical questions emerge about the reliability, affordability, and resilience of its energy system: How prepared is the Philippines to navigate the opportunities and challenges of the ene...
Jun 24, 2026
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