participation, the rights of those most affected by climate change, and the rights of future generations. VI. Conclusion We commend the Commission for opening this important investigation into the potential human rights violations suffered by Filipinos who have been impacted by the changing climate and ocean acidification. We urge you to use your full powers of investigation and your broad discretion in granting relief. We appreciate the opportunity to provide this information to the Commission and we welcome any questions or requests for additional information. Submitted on behalf of the U.S. office of the Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide (ELAW) by: ________________________ Bern Johnson Executive Director On the Submission: Staff Attorney, Jennifer Gleason Of Counsel, Pedro León Gutiérrez Staff Attorney, Elizabeth Mitchell Law Associate, Killian Doherty U.S. Office Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide (ELAW) 1412 Pearl Street, Eugene, OR 97401 United States +1 (541) 687-8454 bern@elaw.org 16