MANILA, Philippines – The German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI), in partnership with the German Embassy Manila, will host the 2025 Sustainability Forum: The Green Economies of Tomorrow on 31 January 2025 in Manila. The event aims to address pressing climate issues while promoting sustainable growth in the Philippines.

“We are delighted to provide this platform for innovation and collaboration,” said Marie Antoniette Mariano, President of GPCCI. “The event will explore opportunities in the Philippines not only in key sectors but also in creating green jobs that will drive our sustainable future.”

Key topics include the Philippines’ Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), green infrastructure, and workforce development in a green economy.

The forum aligns with the German Embassy Manila’s Climate Talks Manila series, which reviews COP29 outcomes.

“Germany remains steadfast in its commitment to climate action,” said Dr. David Klebs, Economic Counsellor of the German Embassy Manila. “I look forward to hearing diverse insights from the forum’s esteemed panelists and exploring actionable solutions to our shared challenges.”

Sessions will feature panelists from the Climate Change Commission, Planet 2050, the Asian Development Bank, and more, highlighting actionable solutions for climate action, green infrastructure, and jobs.