DENR-PENRO Cavite announced that the permittees of the Philippine Ports Authority were able to plant a total of 9,000 fruit tree species within an 18-hectare forestland in Maragondon, Cavite for 2023. 

The said tree planting initiative is in line with DENR’s Enhanced National Greening Program (eNGP) and in response to President BBM’s call for increased tree planting activities across the country. DENR-PENRO Cavite conducts regular monitoring of the planted trees to ensure high survival and growth rates.

PPA orders mandatory tree and mangrove planting for its permittees as a condition before a certificate of registration, appointment, or award of contract is issued to them. The said program focuses on planting native tree species to help restore local ecosystems and provide sustainable livelihood opportunities for the communities. It also serves as an effort to mitigate climate change, reduce pollution, prevent soil erosion, and alleviate the possible impacts of typhoon.

PPA remains committed to responsible and sustainable operations in all their ports across the country. The agency assures that they will continue to pursue and strengthen their environmental programs and initiatives to support DENR’s goals and help ensure that economic programs go hand in hand with environmental protection. 

DENR calls on other government agencies and private organizations to take action on the pressing environmental challenges facing the country. The department believes that collective action and cooperation will be the key to building a sustainable future for both the environment and the economy. ###