CENRO Guimbal

12/08/2026

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"700 KILONG PLASTIK, GINAWANG 35 ARMCHAIR PARA SA MGA ESTUDYANTE SA ILOILO"

AJUY, ILOILO — Isang magandang halimbawa ng wastong pamamahala ng basura ang ipinakita ng lokal na pamahalaan ng Ajuy matapos gawing 35 matitibay na armchair ang 700 kilo ng nakolektang plastik na basura.

Ang mga armchair ay ipinagkaloob sa Ajuy National High School upang magamit ng mga estudyante sa kanilang pag-aaral.

Naging posible ang proyekto sa pakikipagtulungan ng DENR-Environmental Management Bureau Region VI, Subay Marketing, at Angelina Bakeshop.

Ayon sa DENR, ang inisyatibong ito ay nagpapatunay na ang mga basurang plastik ay maaari pang maging kapaki-pakinabang sa pamamagitan ng recycling at tamang waste management.

Sinabi naman ni DENR Secretary Juan Miguel T. Cuna na mahalagang maitaguyod ang mga programang nagpapakita na ang basura ay maaaring gawing mahalagang yaman para sa komunidad.

Mula sa pagiging dating lumabag sa mga alituntunin sa solid waste management, kinikilala ngayon ang Ajuy bilang huwaran sa pagpapatupad ng mga programang pangkalikasan.

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30/07/2026

🦅 Wildlife Conservation and Protection🦜

On July 29, 2026, CENRO Guimbal participated in the Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) activity on Wildlife Conservation and Protection held at the KIOCA Building, Brgy. 08, San Miguel, Iloilo.

Spearheaded by the MENRO San Miguel, the activity was attended by barangay captains and officials, MENRO staff, PGENRO staff, and representatives from DENR CENRO Guimbal. During the activity, For. Jojie Gereza and Forest Technician II Mary Faye Tayo discussed the scope, salient provisions, prohibited acts, and penalties under Republic Act No. 9147, otherwise known as the Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act, to strengthen public awareness and encourage compliance with wildlife conservation laws.

A total of 39 participants attended the activity, composed of 16 females and 23 males.

Together, let us continue working hand in hand to protect our wildlife and conserve our rich biodiversity.🌿🦅

30/07/2026

🌿 Celebrating the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem 🌿

In celebration of the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem, CENRO Guimbal conducted a site assessment on July 27, 2026, in Barangay Cabasi, Guimbal, following coordination with Punong Barangay Hon. Salvador Gomez.

The site assessment documented the existing mangrove area established through the initiative of the Barangay Council in 2018 and sustained through the active participation of the community and other stakeholders. Approximately 300 surviving mangrove trees were documented, consisting of bakhaw-lalaki (Rhizophora apiculata) and bakhaw-babae (Rhizophora mucronata), together with the mangrove associate species bani (Pongamia pinnata) and nipa (Nypa fruticans). The area also supports aquatic resources such as tilapia, tamasak, and mud crabs. The thriving mangroves continue to protect the creek banks from erosion while serving as a natural barrier against storm surges and strong winds.

To further support the barangay's conservation efforts, CENRO Guimbal will provide polyethylene plastic bags for potting mangrove propagules to assist in establishing a mangrove nursery for future planting and rehabilitation activities.

👏 CENRO Guimbal commends the Barangay Council of Cabasi for its unwavering commitment to mangrove conservation. At present, Barangay Cabasi remains the only barangay in the Municipality of Guimbal recognized by this Office as having an established mangrove area.

🌱 This initiative proves that even small actions, when sustained through community participation and genuine care for the environment, can create a significant and lasting positive impact for present and future generations.

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30/07/2026

🌱 Tubungan Stakeholders Converge to Advance Sustainable Coffee Livelihood and Integrated Farming Initiatives🌱

The Local Government Unit of Tubungan, together with DENR-CENRO Guimbal, the 61st Infantry (Hunter) Battalion, the Iloilo Coffee Council, FRIENDS–Tubungan Chapter, the Igpaho Indigenous People’s Farmers Association, Inc. (IIPFAI), and other stakeholders, convened a convergence meeting at Camp Monteclaro on July 22, 2026, to solidify plans for a flagship integrated farming and community-based coffee livelihood project.

The initiative aims to boost local coffee production, enhance food security, and create inclusive economic opportunities for local farmers and Indigenous Peoples through a proposed Community-Based Coffee Shop and Livelihood Center.

A central element of the development framework is its strategic alignment with national conservation policies, as the project site sits within a designated Community-Based Forest Management Agreement (CBFMA) area in Barangay Igtuble.

Ensuring full alignment with national environmental laws, For. Liezel B. Arabe, SrEMS and concurrent CBFM Coordinator of CENRO Guimbal, spearheads the regulatory and sustainability oversight for the project. During the meeting, For. Arabe detailed the essential CBFMA program guidelines, site development considerations, and environmental safeguards required for the site. Her technical guidance establishes the legal roadmap necessary to ensure the enterprise remains fully compliant with government policies and operates under strict principles of responsible land stewardship.

The convergence concluded with a unified commitment from all attending government sectors, military officials, and People’s Organizations to pursue a collaborative approach that successfully merges economic growth, eco-tourism, and natural resource conservation.

30/07/2026

🌿 Environmental compliance in action! 🌳

DENR-CENRO Guimbal supported the KALAHI-CIDSS ACTs training session on forest tenure and tree-cutting permits.

CENR Officer Armin D. Halili and Forester I Kirk Patrick Ampunan led the discussions, sharing essential legal guidelines and practical field insights.

This collaboration ensures that upcoming community resilience projects effectively balance local development with strict forest protection laws.

27/07/2026

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15/07/2026

14/07/2026

Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment as public servants—combined with your passion for delivering fair, just, and high-quality service—have truly paid off!

Warmest congratulations to our newly promoted colleagues at DENR CENRO Guimbal
• Liezel B. Arabe – SREMS
• Nerissa Parcellano – Forester I
• Jessie Cequiña – Forester I
• Eden Mae E. Molate – Planning Officer I

The whole CENRO Guimbal Family is incredibly proud of your milestone!
May you continue to uphold excellence in your respective roles, lead with integrity, teach with passion, and inspire others through your exceptional public service.

Congratulations once again! Wishing you continued success and fulfillment in your careers. 🎉👏💚

14/07/2026