Starting the year with anticipation and purpose, the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) in Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental started their Annual Waterbird Census on January 9, 2024.

CENRO Kabankalan City through its Conservation and Development Section Chief Forester Ascencion S. Santocildes together with personnel from DENR-PENRO Negros Occidental, LGU-Binalbagan, LGU-Hinigaran, PEMO Negros Occidental and Bantay Dagat members joined the activity. They gathered in three separate sites in Brgy. Tagda and Brgy. Nanunga, Hinigaran  and Brgy. Canmoros in the town of Binalbagan.

Each group documented the number of waterbird species and behaviors, giving essential data for environmental research and conservation initiatives. The data that will collected during the census becomes more than just a catalog of species but will also echo DENR CENRO Kabankalan and DENR 6’s commitment to the stewardship of the region's natural wonders.

“Wetlands provide a safe refuge for migratory birds as well as our native bird species in the area. This census is important so that we can have a solid basis for our conservation efforts. DENR 6 through its field offices around the region will continue to do the best we can to conserve the flora and fauna found in our wetlands”, Regional Executive Director Livino B. Duran expressed.

The census will continue in the coming weeks and more areas in the region within the jurisdiction of respective PENROs and CENROs will be surveyed. It is expected to bear essential information about the status of wetlands in Western Visayas.

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Published: 11 January 2024

The Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) in Boracay monitored an underwater clean-up activity on January 2, 2024.

The activity was initiated by the Boracay Business Administration of SCUBA Shops (BBASS), with nineteen (19) of its members joining in the clean-up. The area cleaned was where the floating barge carrying pyrotechnics for the New Year celebration in Boracay Island was situated.

During the clean-up, remnants of the pyrotechnics’ containers or tubes that fell on the sea floor were gathered by the group. Other debris and waste materials around the area were also collected, with an overall weight of fifteen (15) kilograms.

“We all have the responsibility in keeping our seas clean and free from man-made waste. I would like to thank the members of BBASS for this noble initiative. I would also like to give my gratitude to CENRO Boracay for the continuous active engagement with the private sector in maintaining the beauty and cleanliness of the island”, Regional Executive Director Livino B. Duran said.

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Published: 11 January 2024

In the previous years, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Region 6 gave honor and time to the elderly people in the different areas in the region with their own simple ways.

Thus, a Pamaskwa para kay Lolo kag Lola was conducted by the PENRO Negros Occidental under the leadership of PENRO Joan Nathaniel Gerangaya together with PENRO Chief TSD Catherine Balasa, Chief MSD Rosario Rostata, Chief RPS Remia Buaron, and the PERNO personnel to the one hundred forty-five (145) Senior Citizens, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and trisikad drivers of Barangay 39, Bacolod City on December 19, 2023.

A short program including a free medical check-up was conducted and gift packs were distributed to all participants. On behalf of Punong Barangay Dante Danoy, Barangay Kagawad Ma. Rizalina Diaz welcomed all present and expressed her gratitude to the whole PENRO Negros Occidental family for letting them feel valued and for always including the Senior Citizens in the yearly activity.

Meanwhile, the Provincial ENR Office of Iloilo shared the joy of the holiday season to the beloved Lolos and Lolas, as well as to the community of Asilo De Molo- a Home for Elderly through simple gift giving, and a series of dance and song numbers.

The Head of the Social Services of Asilo de Molo, Ms. Magdalena Tumilba, gave her welcome message and thanked PENRO Iloilo for always extending their love and support to the elderly. This undertaking was initiated by PENR Officer Salvador C. Manglinong, Jr., together with the Chief Management Services Division (MSD) Rossinee T. Gunce, Chief Technical Services Division (TSD) Alma E. Ballego, with the support and cooperation of PENRO Iloilo personnel.

“Aging is something we can’t stop. We will eventually experience white hairs, wrinkles, and bones tend to shrink in size, but these people are not elders, they were once wise men/women,  history makers, previous problem solvers, and our beloved person,” said DENR 6 Regional Executive Director Livino B. Duran.

“May we not forget that and continue to give then honour and pride,” his concluding statement.

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Published: 09 January 2024

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and the Local Government Unit (LGU) continue their support in each of their collaborative activities and as partners involving environmental protection and awareness, livelihood programs, disaster resilience activities, and many others.

The DENR-Provincial ENR Office of Negros Occidental headed by PENRO Joan Nathaniel Gerangaya was recognized as one of the active partners in the conservation, protection and rehabilitation of the environment in the province, receiving a Plaque of Recognition during the Provincial Environment Management Office (PEMO) – 2023 Ecoluminaries: Abanse Negrense Environmental Awards on December 05, 2023 at Bacolod City, Negros Occidental. 

DENR 6 Regional Executive Director Livino B. Duran gave his congratulations to PENRO Negros Occidental and continues to encourage the DENR 6’s regional and field offices to collaborate with the LGUs and other stakeholders.

“Receiving such an award and being recognized by the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental is a great honor to the Department. Rest assured we will continue to work with the LGU and other stakeholders for the betterment of our present and future generations,” said Duran.

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Published: 09 January 2024

Through the initiative of Tambuli Mining Company along with the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials of Brgy. Bato, Sagay City, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) through its Community Environment and Natural Resources (CENRO) Cadiz-Enhanced National Greening Program (eNGP) personnel assisted a Bamboo growing activity near Brgy. Lopez Jaena, Sagay City, Negros Occidental on December 2, 2023.

A total of 510 culms of hardened Bambusa blumeana locally known as “Kawayan tinik” were planted in an area of 2 hectares along the stretch of  Tad-ao River.

“We are happy to see that companies are being responsible in protecting the environment. While we value progress, of course it will use-up our natural resources. But the health of ecosystems must always be preserved and that everyone must take part in ensuring that those who violate laws will be held liable. We must always be reminded that our right to a healthy and clean environment must be coupled with sustainability and responsibility”, Regional Executive Director Livino B. Duran expressed.

In addition, an information education campaign (IEC) was conducted to raise the level of awareness among youth participants about the significance of Bamboo to the environment. The knowledge sharing also included its propagation, proper growing, care, and maintenance.

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Published: 20 December 2023