Manila, July 3 -- The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) has formally adopted the International Union for Conservation of Nature's (IUCN) Global Standard for Nature-based Solutions (NbS) that puts ecosystem restoration as a cornerstone of the country's climate and disaster resilience efforts.

In a news release Friday, Environment Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna said DENR Administrative Order No. 2026 30, signed on June 29, institutionalizes NbS into the department's current and future policies, plans and programs, while establishing a national framework for scaling ecosystem-based interventions.

"This policy turns nature into a frontline partner for Filipino families. By restoring forests, mangroves and urban green space...