Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
This proposed measure seeks to integrate Climate Change Education into the science 
curriculum of Grades 2 to Senior High School of the Philippine education system. 
Integrating this important subject will help in not only understanding but in actively 
preserving and protecting our environment. 
The Philippines has been listed as the number one most affected country by climate 
change due to its geography, according to the Global Climate Risk Index 2015. We 
are located in the western Pacific Ocean, surrounded by naturally warm waters that 
will likely get even warmer as average sea-surface temperatures continue to rise.  
Knowledge regarding the climate change phenomenon helps young people to 
understand the consequences of global warming, encourage behavior changes in 
what is already considered an emergency on a global scale. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
May 22, 2023
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Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City 
NINETEENTH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. ____
Introduced by HON. LUIS RAYMUND “LRAY” F. VILLAFUERTE, JR. 
AN ACT 
INTEGRATING THE SUBJECT ON CLIMATE CHANGE EDUCATION INTO THE 
SCIENCE CURRICULUM OF GRADES 2 TO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL OF THE 
PHILIPPINE EDUCATION SYSTEM, BOTH PRIVATE AND PUBLIC 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in 
Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. – This Act shall be known as the "Climate Change Education 
Act." 
Sec. 2. Declaration of Policy. – The State shall protect and advance the right of the 
people to a balanced and healthful ecology in accord with the rhythm and harmony of 
nature. The State also recognizes the importance of providing quality education and 
an integrated system relevant to the needs of the people and society. 
Towards this end, the State shall introduce pro-active measures to raise the 
awareness of the public, especially the youth, on climate change and address the 
impact of global warming. 
Sec. 3. Climate Change Education. – The Department of Education (DepEd) shall 
prescribe the integration of Climate Change education under the Science Curriculum 
of Grades 2 to Senior High School level, in both private and public educational 
institutions. 
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The instruction of the subject shall include both theoretical and practical components 
to ensure effective learning and deep understanding of the subject matter including, 
but not limited to, the following: 
a)  
How natural environment function and how human activities increase hazards 
to disasters, environmental degradation, and resource depletion, among 
others; 
b) 
Relevant national and local environmental laws; 
c) 
Pressing global and local environmental issues; and 
d) 
Measures to prevent and mitigate and mitigate the effects of climate change. 
 
Sec. 4. Annual Review and Assessment. – The DepEd shall conduct an annual 
review of the institutionalization of the Climate Change education in Grades 2 to Senior 
High School level to ensure its efficient implementation and assess the learning 
outcome of the students. 
 
Sec. 5. Implementing Rules and Regulations. – Within ninety (90) days from the 
effectivity of this Act, the DepEd shall formulate and promulgate the necessary rules 
and regulations to implement the provisions of this Act. 
 
 
Sec. 6. Repealing Clause. – All laws, decrees, orders, rules and regulations or other 
issuances or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby 
repealed or modified accordingly. 
 
Sec. 7. Separability Clause. – If any portion or provision of this Act is declared 
unconstitutional, the remainder of this Act or any provision not affected thereby shall 
remain in force and effect. 
 
Sec. 8. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect after fifteen (15) days following the 
completion of its publication either in the Official Gazette or in a newspaper of general 
circulation in the Philippines. 
 
Approved,