Stories by Danna Peña

Danna Peña is a sustainability professional, writer, and digital communications manager. Born and raised in Manila, based in Barcelona.

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Stories by Danna Peña

Philstar Life • 28th July 2024

Project Wheels of Justice believes in an equitable society where the law is accessible to all

In a society that lacks inclusivity, the pursuit of equity for persons with disabilities faces hurdles that urgently need to be addressed.
Philstar Life • 26th January 2024

How persons with disabilities are part of the climate solution

Filipina COP28 youth delegate Shiela May Aggarao says a climate-resilient world is not possible if there's one sector of people left out.
Manila Bulletin • 3rd February 2022

How social media culture of consumerism is fueling the climate crisis

While online shopping is convenient for a multitude of reasons, there must be a fine line drawn between what’s necessary and what’s excessive.
Philstar Life • 20th August 2021

Mitzi Jonelle Tan on fighting for climate justice on and off the streets

Amidst the tsunami of doomsday headlines this sobering report conjured up, activists like 23-year-old Mitzi Jonelle Tan continue to shine a light, remaining steadfast in demanding climate action and amplifying the movement.
Philstar Life • 16th July 2021

Self-care is an act of community care

Self-care isn’t only about fostering kindness and respect towards ourselves, but allowing these values to echo in our environment for a more tender world.
Philstar Life • 14th May 2021

Reliving childhood bliss by untethering from social media

Without smartphones and access to the internet, we lived life without the landmine of information we have today. Though I am immensely grateful for the wealth of knowledge the internet provides, I can’t help but feel stirrings of nostalgia for my old world of oblivion.
Philstar Life • 4th February 2021

The bittersweet art of time traveling

Reliving old memories, staying present, and fast forwarding into the future are all methods of staying afloat — perhaps what we need is the right balance that makes us feel content and hopeful.
RAPPLER • 13th January 2021

After series of disasters, environmental activists call on gov't to declare climate emergency

Environmental groups say that the declaration of a climate emergency in the country is needed more than ever, as many Filipinos feel the harsh impacts of climate change.
RAPPLER • 27th November 2020

As cycling booms during pandemic, advocates pedal toward sustainable transport

From policymakers and traffic enforcers to its citizens, the road to a cycle-friendly Metro Manila is a community effort.
Rappler • 9th September 2016

Things you didn’t know about plastic water bottles

If you want to do your part in saving the earth, a start would be to lessen your plastic consumption.
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