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22/06/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂?

For persons with physical impairments in Pulilan, Bulacan, everyday travel is more than just getting from point A to point B—it’s about claiming dignity, safety, and inclusion. This study documents the lived experiences of 14 individuals, revealing how barriers in transport and public spaces limit not only movement but also the realization of urban rights. Through narratives anchored in the Right to the City framework, the research highlights struggles with unsafe jeepneys, inaccessible infrastructure, and discriminatory attitudes but also the resilience and aspirations for a more inclusive community.

By foregrounding these voices, the study calls for targeted, impairment‑specific interventions and inclusive urban planning that take lived experiences seriously.

Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.56237/jhes25HSP001

15/06/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗻𝘀?

Flooding, waste, and food insecurity are everyday challenges in Victoria, Laguna. While most municipalities still rely on “gray” infrastructure like concrete flood barriers, this study shows how nature-based solutions (NbS), such as green roofs, bamboo riverbanks, and waste-to-biogas systems, can offer cost-effective, sustainable alternatives. Using thematic and multicriteria analyses, researchers found that readiness depends on financing, enforcement, and knowledge, while success hinges on inclusive governance, biodiversity gains, and adaptive management.

The findings highlight that NbS can complement traditional infrastructure, but only if communities are empowered, policies are clear, and local knowledge is strengthened.

Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.56237/jhes23017

08/06/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗲-𝘄𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀?

Most sustainability tools were built for Europe or North America, not for typhoons, small farms, and tropical biodiversity. This study takes PLANTdex—a crop footprint index—and adapts it for the Philippines. The framework adds local climate data, maps endangered species, considers farmer access to land and credit, and even rewards farms that turn waste into energy.
Sugarcane in the Visayas and oil palm in Mindanao serve as test cases, showing how an updated PLANTdex can guide smarter decisions: where to plant, what practices to change, and how sustainability can pay off for both farmers and ecosystems.

Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.56237/jhes-25-023

01/06/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗨𝗣𝗟𝗕 𝗱𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗼𝗿 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 "𝗦𝗗⁻𝗚"?

University dormitories are more than just beds and study tables; they function as micro-scale urban communities. But how well do they actually deliver on inclusivity, safety, resilience, and sustainability? This study assesses the Men's and Women's Residence Halls at UPLB through the lens of SDG 11, combining interviews with dorm management and surveys from 20 residents. The verdict? Inclusivity got a passing grade; affordable rates and equitable admissions work well. Safety and sustainability scored neutral, with residents pointing to inconsistent protocols and unclear communication. The lowest mark went to resilience: students feel unprepared for disasters, citing unclear evacuation routes, insufficient emergency training, and limited post-calamity support. Infrastructure for persons with disabilities (no ramps, few handrails) also remains a concern. The good news? Management has the right intentions; waste segregation, composting, and green initiatives are underway. But budget constraints and implementation gaps keep potential from becoming reality.

To read the full article and see how campus housing can become a true model for sustainable, inclusive, and resilient living, scan the QR below or click this link: https://doi.org/10.56237/jhes25HSP006

25/05/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝗪𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗳𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝘄𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁?

African catfish farming is growing fast in the Philippines, but how sustainable is it really? This study compares two systems, a recirculating tank and traditional ponds, in Sta. Cruz, Laguna, measuring emissions from construction all the way to market. The surprising result: the pond system produced less CO₂ per kilo of fish (2.80 kg CO₂eq/kg LW) than the recirculating tank (12.04 kg CO₂eq/kg LW). But here’s the twist: emissions come from very different places. In tanks, electricity drives 75% of the footprint. In ponds, fish feed dominates at 93%. The good news? Switching to solar energy could slash tank emissions by as much as 75%, and sourcing fingerlings locally helps too. Both systems still outperform beef and dairy by a wide margin, proving catfish is a climate-friendlier protein option for Filipino tables.

To read the full article and see how smarter energy and feed choices can green the aquaculture industry, scan the QR below or click this link: https://doi.org/10.56237/jhes-iceat2025-002

18/05/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗮 𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗹𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆?

This randomized controlled feeding trial tested whether replacing rice with white corn grits (IPB Var 6) could improve cholesterol levels among adults with type 2 diabetes. Over 12 weeks, participants who ate rice, corn grits, or a rice–corn mix all showed better lipid profiles, including lower total cholesterol and LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. While the differences between staples were modest, the study highlights how even small dietary adjustments, especially those rich in fiber and lower in saturated fat, can support healthier outcomes for Filipinos managing diabetes.

To read the full article and learn how everyday food choices can make a difference, scan the QR below or click this link: https://doi.org/10.56237/jhes-24-011

11/05/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗿𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀?

Teenage pregnancy remains a pressing challenge in the Philippines, especially in Northern Mindanao, where prevalence rates are among the highest. This study examined 34 pregnant teenagers in Barangay Lanise, Claveria, Misamis Oriental, focusing on family structure, income, function, and parenting style. While most respondents came from intact families with supportive home environments, the strongest link was found between parenting style and family function, showing how communication, care, and guidance within households directly influence adolescent well-being. The findings highlight that teenage pregnancy occurs across diverse family situations, underscoring the need for culturally sensitive interventions that address not only family factors but also peer pressure, community attitudes, and gaps in reproductive health education.

To read the full article and explore how family dynamics intersect with teenage pregnancy in rural contexts, scan the QR below or click this link: https://doi.org/10.56237/jhes-25-019

04/05/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 “𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲” 𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗮 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆?

Rice straw is often seen as agricultural waste, burned in fields and contributing to pollution. But this study explores how a social enterprise in Santo Niño, South Cotabato, is turning that “waste” into opportunity, producing paper while balancing profitability with social and environmental goals. Using economic geography and stochastic modeling, the research shows rice straw as a promising feedstock, outperforming other alternatives like sugarcane and pineapple in risk-adjusted returns. Beyond the numbers, the enterprise demonstrates how hybrid institutions can bridge social mission and market discipline, offering a model for sustainable manufacturing in rural communities.

To read the full article and discover how rice straw could reshape both livelihoods and sustainability, scan the QR below or click this link: https://jhes.uplb.edu.ph/articles/25-013/

27/04/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – How much waste does a typical household really generate each day, and what does it mean for local governments struggling with solid waste management? This study conducted a Waste Analysis and Characterization Study (WACS) in Irosin, Sorsogon, revealing that households produce an average of 0.331 kg of waste per person daily, with over 70% of this potentially divertible through composting and recycling. With biodegradable waste making up the majority, the findings highlight both the challenges and opportunities for municipalities: from the urgent need for source separation to the promise of decentralized composting and public–private partnerships.

To read the full article and explore how localized data can guide smarter waste management strategies, scan the QR below or click this link:
https://jhes.uplb.edu.ph/articles/24-ichspd09/

20/04/2026

𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐋𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐖𝐄𝐄𝐊 – How much does your neighborhood food environment shape what ends up on your family’s table? This study investigates the link between food store density, perceived nutrition environment, and household food security in Pulilan, Bulacan. With nearly 2,000 food outlets recorded, most of them sari-sari stores, the research reveals how access to local food sources influences household resilience against hunger. While store density alone showed limited association, the number of food stores was positively linked to food-secure households, highlighting the critical role of everyday community outlets in shaping nutrition outcomes.

To read the full article and explore how local food environments can strengthen food security in Philippine communities, scan the QR below or click this link:
https://jhes.uplb.edu.ph/articles/25-001/

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