Banking on researches as foundation of knowledge, Climate Change Commissioner Mary Ann Lucille Sering advocates research and development (R&D) advancements during the 23rd National Rice Research and Development Conference at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), Los Baños, Laguna.

As climate change commissioner operating under the mandate of the Office of the President, Sering told the public about the awareness gap among policy makers on crucial climate change issues.

“You are the people we need for crafting policies necessary for adapting to climate change as [your researches are important in making sound decisions],” Sering said.