In this episode of Energy Insights, we are joined by Joel Chester (Cheng) Pagulayan, the Climate Justice Portfolio Manager at Oxfam Pilipinas. Cheng is a renowned Filipino climate justice advocate with a strong focus on energy transition, gender equity, and youth empowerment.

Cheng provides valuable insights into the Philippines’ energy shift, dissecting the country’s reliance on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and its impact on the nation’s climate goals. While the government has set ambitious renewable energy targets, the continued investment in LNG raises concerns about the country’s true commitment to sustainable energy. Cheng explains the dangerous distractions posed by LNG as a so-called “bridge fuel,” and the risks associated with prioritising fossil fuels over renewable alternatives.

As a leader in the climate justice movement, Cheng also discusses the need for a just transition that centres around people, not profits, and how the Philippine government can better align its energy policies with social justice and inclusivity.

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation about the complex challenges the Philippines faces in its energy future and how it can chart a more sustainable, equitable path forward.

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