Climate Change and Environmental Legislation

Vocabulary flashcards covering the United Nations Framework on Climate Change, various greenhouse gases, their impacts, and specific environmental laws in the Philippines.

UNFCC

United Nations Framework on Climate Change.

Greenhouse gases

Gases including water vapor, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, chlorofluorocarbons, methane, and nitrous oxide.

Health impacts of climate change

Includes heat stroke and respiratory illnesses.

Environmental phenomena associated with climate change

Drought, storm surge, and changes in temperature and sea level.

Philippine Agenda 21

A program focused on sustainable development.

Republic Act 9147

The Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act, which focuses on wildlife species and natural biodiversity.

P.D. 1067

The Water Code of the Philippines.

Republic Act 8749

The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999, which addresses air pollution regulation in industry.

Republic Act 9003

The Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000, which promotes segregation, recycling, and waste reduction.

Republic Act 6969

The Toxic Substances and Hazardous Waste Control Act of 1990, designed to control chemicals for protection.

Republic Act 9729

The Climate Change Act of 2009, which established the Climate Change Commission.

Climate Change Commission

A body created under the Climate Change Act of 2009 to address climate change.

Eco-friendly actions

Activities such as segregation, energy efficiency, tree planting, and cleanup drives.

Climate mitigation

A response program focused on reducing international greenhouse gas emissions.

Component of climate response

Includes climate mitigation, adaptation, and disaster preparedness.