In observance of World Wildlife Day with this year's theme "Connecting People and Planet: Digital Innovation in Wildlife Conservation", the DENR-Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENRO) of Cavite through its Protected Area and Biodiversity Unit conducted a Communication, Education, and Public Awareness (CEPA) campaign through an environmental lecture to Grade 9 students, teachers, and faculty of Governor Luis A. Ferrer Jr. East National High School located in Brgy. San Francisco, General Trias City.

The lecture included topics regarding wildlife, its importance, its current global and local status, and the salient features of the Republic Act No. 9147 otherwise known as “Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act of 2001”. EMS I Abegael V. Rodrin explained also that the 2024 celebration of World Wildlife Day provides an opportunity to highlight the people who are making a difference in terms of wildlife conservation and to celebrate the bridge that Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has formed, making a significant contribution to sustainability, wildlife, and biodiversity conservation. 

The participants were encouraged to support the conservation of wildlife species through the Endangered Species Coalition. They were reminded that they can: volunteer with endangered species conservation organizations, reduce their carbon footprint, protect ecosystems and habitats, report harassment and cruelty toward wildlife, promote organic gardening, plant native plant species, never patronize products made from threatened/endangered animals or live animals and plants, travel with a mindful and compassionate attitude, and choose alternatives to single-use plastic. They were also encouraged to raise their voices to support threatened and endangered species.

Head Teacher I Geselle A. Teaño emphasized the importance of sharing acquired knowledge and mobilizing peers to become advocates for wildlife conservation. 

The said activity served as a catalyst for inspiring youth leadership in environmental sustainability, reaffirming PENRO Cavite's commitment towards nurturing a generation catalyzing positive change in wildlife conservation, and ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come

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Published: 23 April 2024

DENR-CENRO Sta. Cruz personnel under the National Greening Program (NGP) and Presidential Proclamation (PP) No. 1636 conducted a lecture in preparation for El Niño season and in observance of Fire Prevention Month 2024 themed “Sa Pag-iwas sa Sunog, Hindi ka Nag-iisa”, last March 20-21, 2024 in Brgy. Paoo, Sta. Maria, Laguna and Brgy. Kapatalan, Siniloan, Laguna. 

The participant partner People’s Organizations (POs) namely, Calangay Organic Farmers Association (COFAS), Samahan ng Magbubukid ng Canaway (CANAWAY), and Famy Upland Farmers Marketing Cooperative (FUFMC), were informed on the adverse effects of El Niño to their respective NGP plantations located in PP No. 1636, and were capacitated on forest fire prevention actions such as the establishment of fire lines and fire breaks and mulching. 

The representatives and board members of partner POs were advised to be vigilant and observant of possible signs of forest fires during the conduct of foot patrolling and other maintenance and protection activities, especially during the dry season. 

Fire Prevention Month is observed every March pursuant to Presidential Proclamation (PP) No. 115-A. Spearheaded by the Bureau of Fire Protection, it aims to raise awareness regarding the alarming increase in fire incidents nationwide, and to alleviate such occurrences.

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Published: 23 April 2024

DENR CALABARZON through the initiative of the Assistant Regional Director for Technical Services Eriberto C. Sanos led the Pabasa ng Pasyon on March 22, 2024, at the DENR CALABARZON Regional Office’s Ground Floor Conference Room. 

Pabasa means “act of reading” or “to read”. Pabasa is also known as a religious ritual chanting the words from the Pasyon, a narrative book that contains the life of Christ. This is one of the oldest Holy Week traditions in the country. 

In addition, Pabasa is a way for Catholics to repent their sins and seek forgiveness from God during the Lenten Season.  It is also a form of meditation, an expression of faith in God, and an activity to interact with the community.

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Published: 23 April 2024

The DENR-PENRO Batangas through the Protected Area Management Office of Taal Volcano Protected Landscape (TVPL) spearheaded a river clean-up and Zumba activity in Brgy. Poblacion, San Nicolas, Batangas in celebration of National Women’s Month and International Day of Action for Rivers. 

The said activity was participated in by delegates from the Local Government Unit of San Nicolas, Philippine Coast Guard, and DENR-PENRO Batangas. A total of 30 sacks of solid waste were successfully collected and disposed of. ‘

An educational lecture on Women’s Month and the ecological significance of wetlands and its preservation, was also delivered by Protected Area Superintendent Joseph Pusancho of TVPL.

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Published: 23 April 2024

Quezon DENR-PENR Officer Cyril A. Coliflores spearheaded the conduct of Fire Safety and Prevention Orientation and Drill in collaboration with the Bureau of Fire Protection Office (BFP) of Lucena City.

BFP’s Fire Officer II John Kenneth C. Yema shared some ways on how to prevent fire, how to manage fire when it is already there, and what to do whenever there is fire in the office or at home. He also discussed basic fire safety, the immediate response procedures during emergencies, and the proper use of fire extinguisher. 

Actual demonstration of putting out of fire using fire extinguisher and wet cloth was conducted outside the office premises. 

Fire safety and prevention orientation and drill was an initiative of the PENRO to strengthen the awareness of its employees and to ensure their safety in case of fire emergencies.

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Published: 03 April 2024