How Climate Change and Land Reclamation Are Consuming Philippine Coastal Villages

The long-term solutions are complex and require a fundamental shift in approach. They must involve not only adapting to rising sea levels through improved flood defenses and resilient infrastructure but also re-evaluating the wisdom of large-scale reclamation projects that are proving to be so destructive. The focus must move from short-term economic gains to long-term sustainability and the protection of both the environment and its people.