MANILA – The Climate Change Commission (CCC) is stepping up efforts to improve climate transparency as it prepares the Philippines’ first Biennial Transparency Report (BTR).
In a statement on Monday, CCC Vice Chair Robert Borje highlighted the agency’s collaboration with the Capacity Building Initiatives on Transparency – Global Support Programme (CBIT-GSP) to hold writeshops aimed at building institutional capacity.
“This training is crucial for strengthening key agencies’ ability to meet requirements under the Enhanced Transparency Framework,” Borje said.
The BTR will showcase the country’s progress in implementing its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) and addressing the climate crisis.
It’s also a key commitment under the Paris Agreement, with developing countries required to submit their first BTR by December 31, 2024.
Key government agencies, including the Departments of Energy (DOE), Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), and Transportation (DOTr), have participated in workshops focusing on greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, Common Reporting Tables (CRTs), and data gaps.
The CCC’s BTR Technical Working Group will continue coordinating with agencies to ensure the report’s timely submission. (PNA)