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

The Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) in Guimbal is currently undertaking a bamboo inventory, targeting a total area of 3,416 hectares in Brgys. Dagami, Bolo, and Trangka in Maasin, Iloilo.

The area covered by the inventory is within the Community-Based Forest Management Agreement (CBFMS) projects in the three barangays and is contracted by the Katilingban sang Pumuluyo nga Naga-Atipan sa Watershed, Incorporated (KAPAWA-Maasin, Inc.).

It is in preparation for a project implementation funded by the Asian Forest Cooperation Organization (AFoCO) entitled “Improved livelihood through increased income for Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFP); Modeling scalable community-based enterprises in Asia” and was organized through a memorandum from the Director for Foreign-Assisted and Special Projects Service of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR).

Aligned with international standards, the project exemplifies the importance of community-driven conservation efforts and broadening sustainable forest management practices.

The activity is also a pivotal move towards sustainable forestry and aims to contribute to the global goals of increasing forest cover through the Paris Agreement for Climate Change.

Available data from the Enhanced National Greening Program (eNGP) shows that as of 2011 until 2022, bamboo plantations in Western Visayas covered an area of 24,615.85 hectares.

CENRO Guimbal said that the inventory is much likely to continue next year, 2024, until the whole target area is covered.

The consolidated data will guide future reforestation and conservation efforts, and programs that will involve the communities in the area. The bamboo inventory will also strengthen ecological resilience of the communities involved and the region in general.

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Published: 20 December 2023

In collaboration with the Department of Education (DepEd) Division of Cadiz City, the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO)-Cadiz provided seedlings and participated in a tree planting activity at Mabini Farm School, Had. Tad-Y, Sitio Cotcot, Brgy. Mabini, Cadiz city on December 6, 2023.

A total of 3,256 seedlings composed of fruit trees, native, and timber were donated by CENRO-Cadiz to 51 of the 71 public schools in the city, a huge majority of the 5,000 seedlings that will be planted simultaneously as part of the project.

This is in support of DepEd’s 236,000 Trees-A Christmas Gift for the Children that aims to promote environmental preservation and instill environmental responsibility among Filipino children.

“Inter-governmental collaboration is key in ensuring that quality service is given to the people. I am honored that DepEd Cadiz City made DENR 6 through CENRO Cadiz a partner in the conduct of this activity. Everyone, whatever sector you belong to, has a role to play in protecting our environment”, says Regional Executive Director Livino B. Duran.

Public schools throughout the country will be participating in this initiative and it will also serve as a Christmas gift of DepEd to help ensure a clean and green environment to the future generations.

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Published: 19 December 2023

Following the directive of OIC-CENR Officer Mamad T. Gandarosa Jr. of Cadiz City, personnel from CENRO-Cadiz City, led by Chief of the Enforcement and Monitoring Section Alexander Entero and Wildlife Resource Permitting Unit Chief Rezel Purisima, along with representatives from City ENRO Escalante and the informant rescued a Brahminy Kite (Haliastur indus) on December 4, 2023, at Brgy. Langub, Escalante City.

This comes after a concerned citizen made a post on Facebook on December 3, 2023, informing the public about the presence of the bird in the said locality. It is observed that a resident kept the bird in a cage and claimed that his child had captured it on the coast of Brgy. Langub.

After having an initial physical examination, the raptor was found to be in good shape. It was then brought to the Cadiz City Veterinary Office for further assessment. Mr. Alex Bacomo, Assistant Veterinarian prescribed electrolytes, vitamins, and antibiotics upon observation, noting that the Brahminy Kite is healthy and free of injuries.

“I would like to remind everyone that wild animals must not be kept as household pets and must be free in their natural habitats. If you happen to see injured or captive wildlife, please contact the nearest environmental offices in your area for proper action”, DENR 6 Regional Executive Director Livino B. Duran pointed out.

The bird was ultimately released in the wild on December 5, 2023, at Sitio Aluyan, Barangay Caduha-an Cadiz City  with assistance of Cadiz City ENRO personnel Mr. Vied Andrada and Alfred Seballos.

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Published: 19 December 2023