7 all the time. It is a shame that it took thousands of lives before people started acting on this. Also, it ignited the drive in me to be better because of how people treated us when we lost everything. I told myself I do not want this to happen again. I became more ambitious, wanting a brighter future for my family. Also, with the opportunity of talking with the communities when I was working in an NGO, there was a renewed appreciation for my place. My love for Tacloban grew even more. Q19: Have you heard about climate change and what causes it? If yes, what do you know about it? A19: To be honest, my knowledge on climate change is not that elaborate— only enough to know that irresponsible industrialization produces harmful gases that destroy the ozone layer. In effect, the temperature regulating system of our planet is altered. Glaciers are melting. Atmospheric imbalance is growing; hence, producing stronger typhoons. Q20: Do you think climate change has something to do with the occurrence of super typhoon Haiyan? If yes, what is your message to the fossil fuel companies who were said to be the big contributor of climate change? A20: Definitely. Like I said, growing up, the strongest typhoon signal I knew was signal number 3. Then super typhoon Haiyan happened in 2013. Another super typhoon this year happened simultaneously with the hurricane in the US. All I ask of these big companies is to allow our children, grandchildren, and the future generations to be able to enjoy an unspoiled planet. I just ask that they consider the long-term effects of their actions. The cheapest and most convenient ways are not always the best for humanity. Q21: Are you ready and willing to swear this Statement under oath before the Philippine Commission on Human Rights, if required to do so? A21: Yes. _______________________ Marielle Trixie J. Bacason 22 October 2018