In the development of the Albay Sustainable Development Guidebook, Manila Observatory scientists and researchers worked closely with the local governments of Tiwi and Malinao. The communities in Tiwi and Malinao are located in the province of Albay. Communities in Albay are exposed to numerous hazards due to its location on the Eastern seaboard of the Philippines, its proximity to the active volcano Mayon and other climate and geological hazards. Scientists held a series of dialogues and trainings with the community to learn more about the risk of disasters and climate change and its underlying contributing factors such as vulnerability and capacities in order to come up with a guidebook that will aid local governments in their planning processes.
Workshops on Sustainable Development with Communities and Local Governments
