Philippine fishing and Indigenous communities wary of clean energy boom in Marcos stronghold
The Philippines is transitioning to renewable energy, aiming for 50% by 2050, particularly in Ilocos Norte, President Marcos's home province. Local fishing and Indigenous communities express concerns that energy projects may disrupt their livelihoods and marine ecosystems. Activists argue that these developments could lead to land grabs and environmental degradation, while officials claim they are working to mitigate negative impacts.
- ▪The Philippine government aims to achieve 50% renewable energy by 2050.
- ▪Local fishing communities in Ilocos Norte fear that wind energy projects will disrupt their fishing routes and marine life.
- ▪Activists warn that the energy boom could lead to land grabs and environmental destruction.
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| Publication time | 18 May 2026 23:28:31 +0000 |
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The Philippines is currently highly dependent on fossil fuels for energy generation, but the government has committed to reaching 50% renewables by 2050.The resulting energy boom — especially in Ilocos North, the president’s home province — has seen an influx of foreign investment, but also raised questions about who will bear the costs of the country’s energy transition.Fishers in Ilocos Norte say they worry that wind energy projects in their traditional fishing grounds will disrupt marine life and fishing routes.Inland, the Masamuyao Isneg Yapayao tribal council is trying to stop the expansion of a solar farm that officials say failed to obtain the tribe’s consent.See All Key Ideas (function($) { $(document).ready(function() { const bulletPoints = $('.bulletpoints'); const toggle =…
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