The past week brought renewed attention to the environmental impact of industrial activities and climate change consequences. Research has revealed that global carbon emissions from fossil fuels have surged to a record high in 2024, highlighting the urgency of transitioning to cleaner energy sources to combat climate change. The rise in emissions underscores the need for immediate and decisive actions to curb the use of fossil fuels and promote renewable alternatives (source: Tyndall Centre). In addition, concerns have arisen over the potential impact of warming waters on the collapse of the lobster fishery in Maine, signaling the far-reaching consequences of climate change on local ecosystems. The collapse of the lobster fishery serves as a clear example of the threat posed by climate change to traditional livelihoods and biodiversity (source: Yale Climate Connections). Moreover, the Indigenous communities in the Philippines continue to face challenges in protecting their ancestral lands from mining and construction, leading to land grabs and environmental degradation. This highlights the crucial need for legislation and policies that empower Indigenous peoples and protect the environment from such encroachments (source: Eco-Business).