Environment

Plant fuel: Cancer defense, heart health, and tofu wins

TessDrive brings you research-backed nutritional insights and evidence-based dietary breakthroughs, examining how whole plant-based foods, legumes, and functional staples strengthen cellular defense, lower cardiovascular risk, and advance sustainable living. Cruciferous veggies linked to 20% drop in colon cancer risk Original Article: Study: Eating Cruciferous Vegetables Could Lower Colon Cancer Risk by 20 Percent by Charlotte […]

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PNR trains repeatedly ‘derailed’ by floodwaters, landslides

“The PNR (Philippine National Railways) faces severe environmental challenges.” This statement came from no less than PNR General Manager Deovanni Miranda, during the recent Policy-to-Practice roundtable forum called “Advancing Sustainable and Efficient Urban Mobility” at the Makati Diamond Residences. “When I assumed the GM role, the first major calamity we encountered was Typhoon Kristine. Three

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Plant-based shift: Health, climate, and farm transitions

TessDrive brings you the latest exciting and inspiring developments in plant-based nutrition, environmental stewardship, and compassionate living. From groundbreaking health research and planetary climate solutions to courageous farm transitions, these stories highlight how moving toward a kinder, plant-powered world is creating lasting positive change for our bodies, our communities, and the planet. For this edition

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Don’t forget your animal companions this rainy season

With the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PagAsa) warning that current El Niño conditions could intensify in the coming weeks, bringing extreme heat, drought, and stronger typhoons, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has sent a joint letter calling on the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Environment and

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Eco action: Local green honors and eagle DNA findings

TessDrive brings you the latest updates on environmental conservation, corporate sustainability initiatives, and scientific research protecting biodiversity across the Philippines. TMP recognized at City of Santa Rosa Green Awards Toyota Motor Philippines Corp (TMP) earned three distinct recognitions at the City of Santa Rosa Green Awards 2026, receiving honors as a sustainable development partner, Earth

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UP maps Amnay River’s secret plant defense line

In the relentless tug-of-war between land and water, a hidden green army is holding the line. A groundbreaking new study by the University of the Philippines-Diliman has mapped the vital riverbank vegetation of Occidental Mindoro’s Amnay River, revealing how these specialized plants act as a natural defense system against severe erosion, flooding, and human disruption.

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DENR-EMB names TMA environmental sustainability partner

The Truck Manufacturers Association Inc. (TMA) has been formally recognized by the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as one of its valued partners in advancing environmental sustainability. TMA was selected to receive the “Gawad Kabalikat sa Kapaligiran” during the 2026 EMB Recognition of Partners in Environmental Sustainability

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8 things you must ask before loading the cheapest fuel

TessDrive has obtained a copy of Department Circular No. DC2026-03-0010 from the Department of Energy (DOE). This order grants “interim authority” to re-introduce Euro II/2 petroleum products into the Philippine market. While the DOE frames this as an emergency measure to ensure fuel supply amidst the escalating Middle East crisis, motorists must weigh the “savings”

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Scientists document new box jellyfish species in PH waters

The Philippines, located within the Coral Triangle, is recognized as one of the world’s richest marine ecosystems. Yet, many marine species—such as carybdeid box jellyfish—remain poorly documented. Their potent venom and ecological significance underline the importance of conducting accurate taxonomic studies on box jellyfish. Marine researchers have documented several newly recorded box jellyfish species in

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