22/04/2021
Environmentalist, Statesman, Alphan.
In commemoration of the 1st death anniversary of Former Senator FLC Heherson “Sonny” Alvarez ΑΦβ 1952, the Alpha Phi Beta Fraternity pays tribute to the late Senator’s environmental advocacies with an event entitled the Sen. Heherson Alvarez Earth Day Forum to be held on April 22, the day Senator Alvarez himself authored in the Senate and designated as Earth Day, which is now celebrated annually nationwide. In his decorated public service spanning almost five decades, FLC Sonny took on various posts in relation to his environmental advocacy, earning him the nickname “Mr. Environment”. Most notable among these was his post as the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and his chairmanship of the Climate Change Commission from 2010 to 2015. FLC Sonny was also credited with authoring several key environmental laws during his time as a legislator, including landmark laws such as the Clean Air Act (RA 8749) and the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act (Republic Act No. 9003), as well as pushing for the development and inception of the Department of Energy.
In more ways than one, Senator Alvarez left an indelible mark in public service with his admirable spirit of environmentalism and conservationism, and he will forever be remembered as a champion of the environment. As the threat of climate change and environmental degradation continues to loom over our country, we believe that a model environmentalist and statesman such as Sen. Alvarez can help inspire a new generation of Filipinos to protect our environment and join the global effort to stem the effects of climate change.
We cordially invite you all to join us in our celebration of FLC Sonny Alvarez’s proud legacy, and to participate in our Earth Day festivities. The Sen. Heherson Alvarez Earth Day Forum will be broadcast live on our official page and those of our media partners on April 22, 2021, from 6:00-7:30PM. We are proud to announce our lineup of speakers who will be gracing our event with their presence and expertise:
Gino Paje ΑΦβ 2010 is currently a Special Investigator at the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Aside from his environmental work for the DENR, Gino is a graduating law student from the Arellano Law School. Gino is also a contributing columnist for Rappler and INQUIRER.net.
Rodne “Rod” R. Galicha is the Convenor of Aksyon Klima Pilipinas. He is the former Philippine Manager of the Washington, DC-based The Climate Reality Project, which was founded by Nobel Laureate and former US Vice President Al Gore. Currently, he leads the Living Laudato Si Philippines movement, which is focused on ethical and environmentally sustainable investments and practices of Catholic institutions and individuals. He is also currently the head of the Climate Action for Sustainability Initiative (KASALI).
Tatler Asia included him in the 2018 Generation T list as one of the 50 brightest connectors, creative visionaries, influential innovators, and disruptive talents in the Philippines. Junior Chamber International (JCI) later honored Mr. Galicha as one of the 2018 Ten Outstanding Young Men and Women (TOYM) in the Philippines.
Thank you, and we welcome you to partake in our virtual celebration!
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Presented by:
Alpha Phi Beta Fraternity
Co-Presented By:
Earthsavers Movement UNESCO DREAM Center
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
In Cooperation With:
UP Marine Biological Society
UP Organization of Novo Ecijanos
UP Phi Delta Alpha Sorority
National Alliance of Youth Leaders Inc.
Living Laudato Si'
Harm Reduction Alliance of the Philippines
Our Media Partners:
DZRH Radyo Balintataw
IKOT.PH
The Pioneer AUF
Also Brought To You By:
Our Earth
Youth Strike 4 Climate Philippines
