In celebration of Earth Day 2025, the Quezon City Government has launched a week-long campaign dedicated to tackling textile pollution and fostering climate-conscious consumption among QCitizens.
Spearheaded by the Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Department (CCESD), the initiative showcases a diverse lineup of events that promote sustainable fashion, circularity, active lifestyles, and community-led environmental action—all aimed at mitigating the impacts of fast fashion and excessive waste.
The festivities kicked off on April 20 with Car-free, Carefree Sunday, where families enjoyed an Easter-themed Zumba session, a Word Hunt highlighting the city’s environmental programs, and received fruit-bearing tree saplings to support urban greening efforts.
On Earth Day itself, April 22, the city partnered with the Quezon City Public Library and the Kabahagi Center for Children with Disabilities to present a puppet show adaptation of Ako na Mauuna, a climate action story. The event provided an inclusive platform for environmental education, reaching children with disabilities.
The following day, April 23, featured the return of RetaShow: QC’s Catwalk to Sustainability – Kidswear Edition, spotlighting creative children’s clothing made from upcycled textiles. The competition underscored the city’s message that sustainability and style can go hand in hand—even from a young age.
On April 25, RePorma: QC Hall Employees Clothes Swapping Event will bring together city government workers to donate, exchange, and upcycle clothing—emphasizing the value of textile circularity and reducing wardrobe waste in the workplace.
“Not everyone realizes we’ve long been battling the issue of textile pollution caused by fast fashion,” said Mayor Joy Belmonte. “Reusing and repurposing old clothes—or pinaglumaan—is deeply rooted in Filipino culture. It’s time we revive and celebrate this tradition, especially among the youth.”
Complementing the textile-focused efforts, the city has also started enforcing its ban on single-use plastics and disposable materials across all city hall offices and facilities as of April 21, reinforcing its commitment to a broader sustainability agenda.
To further strengthen environmental awareness at the grassroots level, community orientations on water quality management are currently underway across various barangays. These sessions aim to promote water conservation and pollution prevention—a timely intervention during the dry season when pressure on water resources intensifies.
“We cannot confront the climate crisis alone,” added Mayor Belmonte. “With the collective effort of every stakeholder—from private institutions to everyday citizens—we can drive inclusive climate action and stay true to our Zero Carbon by 2050 commitment.