Illegal loggings  is the unlawful harvesting, processing, transporting or selling of timber and other forest products. This activity is a major environmental problem worldwide , especially in the Philippines. Illegal logging is often driven by the demand for cheap timber, insufficient enforcement of forest law, and corruption. 

 

 

 

 

 

To: The Philippine Government and Department of Environment and Natural Resources

Subject: Urgent action to combat illegal logging in the Philippines

Petition:

We , the concerned citizens of the Philippines, ask help upon the government to take action to stop the rampant illegal logging that is destroying our forests, ecosystem, and communities. Illegal logging continues to threaten biodiversity, contribute to climate change, and result natural disasters that may affect the people and not only in the Philippines.

Actions to strengthen and safeguard our forest and future generations:

1. Strict Enforcement of Forestry Laws
2. Severe Penalties for Illegal Loggers
3. Reforestation and Rehabilitation
4. Increase Surveillance and Technology Use
5. Promoting Sustainable Forest Practices
6. Public Awareness and Education Campaigns
7. Strengthen Community Based Forest Management