Environmental Rights in the Philippines is premise along the constitutional guarantee that… “…(t)he 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.” (Article 2 Section 16).
Supreme Court jurisprudence in the milestone case of Oposa vs Alcala sets that in the pursuit of inter-generational equity, young people and generations not yet born have the right to also enjoy this constitutional guarantee.
Supreme Court jurisprudence in the milestone case of Oposa vs Alcala sets that in the pursuit of inter-generational equity, young people and generations not yet born have the right to also enjoy this constitutional guarantee.