What the study found
The study found moderate overall awareness of climate change among residents in Santo Domingo, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. Awareness was higher for climate change causes and effects than for mitigation strategies.
Why the authors say this matters
The authors conclude that community-focused educational interventions and better information dissemination are needed, tailored to local realities. The findings suggest this may help align Local Climate Change Action Plans with community needs and with Sustainable Development Goal 13 on Climate Action.
What the researchers tested
The researchers used a quantitative descriptive method and surveyed 414 residents across 24 barangays, which are local village-level communities, in Santo Domingo, Nueva Ecija. They assessed awareness of climate change causes, effects, mitigation, and adaptation, as well as understanding of the Local Climate Change Action Plan (2018–2023).
What worked and what didn't
Television and local government sources were the most common information channels reported by residents. Socio-demographic factors such as gender, employment, education, and especially location showed varying correlations with awareness levels, and people in more exposed areas were more informed.
What to keep in mind
The abstract does not describe detailed limitations beyond the study's focus on one municipality and its residents. The summary provided does not report the full survey instrument, statistical details, or whether the observed correlations were large or small.
Key points
- Overall climate change awareness among surveyed residents was moderate.
- Understanding was stronger for climate change causes and effects than for mitigation strategies.
- Television and local government were the most common information sources.
- Gender, employment, education, and location were linked to awareness levels.
- Residents in more exposed areas were reported to be more informed.
Disclosure
- Research title:
- Residents showed moderate awareness of climate change
- Authors:
- Marjel Ann A. Concepion, Sarah C. Alvarez, Angelo R. Santos
- Institutions:
- Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology
- Publication date:
- 2026-01-28
- OpenAlex record:
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