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2013 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Water Quality Management

Launched a photo contest dubbed as “Kontribusyon Ko Para sa Malinis na Tubig’ in support of the World Water Day Celebration last March 22, 2013
Coordinated and initiated EMB’s participation in the International Coastal Clean-Up last September 21, 2013 at the LLPPCEA, Manila
Coordinated the EMB participation World Water Day celebration with the theme “Walks for Water” at SM Mall of Asia last March 22, 2013, with an exhibit
Prepared a write-up on the status of water quality in the Philippines for the speech of DENR Secretary for Earth Day
Designed a cover for the Integrated Water Quality Management Framework Manual
Laid-out the Manila Bay 2013 calendar
Facilitated and hosted the Metro Manila Third Sewerage Project Workshop on the Policies on Sewerage and Treatment in the Philippines and Updated MWSS Master Plan 2013

Under the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program

Conducted the Metro Manila Partners Forum under the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program last September 26-27, 2017 at the Bayleaf Hotel, Manila
Assisted in the preparations for the “Setting IEC Directions for the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program” for the Harmonization Workshop on Adopt-an-Estero on March 23-26, 2013 in Coron, Palawan
Organized an Orchestrated Clean Up of the Marikina River and its 8 creeks, Tullahan River and Diliman Creek in support of World Water Day
Conducted a Lakbayan sa Tubig in cooperation with the Manila Water Company Inc. last April 18, 2013 for the barangays of the Diliman Creek in Support of Earth Day
Conducted a Lakbayan sa Tubig in cooperation with the Manila Water Company Incorporated Last June 6, 2013, in support to World Environmental Day among the barangays of the Diliman Creek, Tullahan River, Marikina River and San Juan River
Conducted the Lakbayan sa Tubig with Manila Water Company, Inc. for National Service Training Program Coordinators of selected universities in Metro Manila, in support of the Adopt-an Estero/Water Body Program for World Water Day
Initiated the conduct of regular monthly orchestrated clean-up in the following water bodies for the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program: Diliman Creek, Tullahan River, San Juan River, Marikina River
Prepared exhibit materials for the Adopt-an-Estero/Water body Program
Initiated partnership on the Adopt-an-Estero Program with GMA 7 and BPI Makati
Facilitated the production of the Video for the Adopt-An-Estero/ Water Body Program
Initiated partnership with the De La Salle University-Jesse Robrero Institute of Governance together with the Florida State University-institute of Homeland Security on the Community Mobilization Programs for the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program
Lectured among the participants of the Bayanihan Volunteer Groups of the DENR on the Adopt-an-Estero Program
Prepared photo documentation of selected adopted creeks and esteros in Marikina
Provided assistance to the 16 EMB Regional Offices in engaging National Service Training Program Coordinators of universities and colleges nationwide for the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program

Support to Solid Waste Management Concerns

Prepared a write-up on the status of solid waste management in the Philippines for the speech of President Benigno Aquino III for Earth Day
Initiated with the Bureau of Jail and Penology in the development of an Eco-jails Program in the various jails nationwide
Coordinated with DENR PAO and PIA regarding the series on videos on solid waste management for President Benigno Aquino
Initiated partnership with YSDA on solid waste management to development solid wastes management projects for schools
Conducted a lecture together with Toyota on Solid Waste Management among elementary students in Sta. Rosa, Laguna
Reviewed and provided inputs in the solid waste management module being developed by Toyota Motors Inc. for Elementary Students
Prepared the 2014 EMB Instructional Calendar “Solid Waste Management Initiatives: Securing Cleaner and Greener School”

Under the National Eco-Savers Program

Assisted in the National Eco-savers Orientation for about 100 Department of Education supervisors and National Greening Program coordinators in Metro Manila last March 2013
Assisted in the conduct of thee National Eco-savers Program Logical Framework Workshop held last April 18-19, 2013 at the DENR Social Hall
Designed the green bags for the National Eco-savers Program for dissemination to pilot schools nationwide
Provide assistance as Technical Working Group Member in the drafting of the guidelines and in the regular meetings of the National Eco-Savers Program

Support to Air Quality Management Concerns

Organized the conduct of the 5th Annual Clean Air Forum last July 11-12, 2013 at Richmonde Hotel
Assisted in the conduct of the Clean Air Concert last November 21, 2013 at the Trinoma Activity Center
Reviewed and provided inputs in the finalization of 45 and 60-seconder music video, Halina Sama-sama Tayo para sa Malinis na Hangin”, produced by Dmitri Productions
Printed the 2013 EMB Instructional Calendar with the theme “Usok Linisin , Buhay Sagipin”.
Initiated the bus rear advertising Clean Air campaign (on 8 buses for 8 months, for the route from Fairview to Pasay) using artwork of winning entries of high school students in “Usok Linisin , Buhay Sagipin” painting contest in Metro Manila
Prepared and initiated lay-out of streamers on “Sasakyan Ikondisyon, Para Iwas Polusyon- Panuntunan sa Panghuhuli para sa mga Smoke Belching na Sasakyan sa Kalsada” for Metro Manila Bus and Jeepney Terminals to heighten awareness on air pollution from motor vehicle smoke emission
Assisted the finalization of Anti-Smoke Belching Guidelines for Roadside Apprehension with EMB-AQMS, MMDA, LTO and MMASBA
Finalized review of the information editing and layout of the 2010-2011 National Air Quality Status Report

Support to Chemicals Management Program

Reviewed the outputs for the Information and Education Component of the Integrated POPs Management Program
Coordinated the issuance of Agency circulars to the Department of Education, Commission on Higher Education, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, and the Department of Interior and Local Governments, urging their constituencies to support the observance of the International Lead Poisoning Week on October 20-26, 2013
Disseminated among various stakeholders the Lead Poisoning PowerPoint Presentation

Support to the Pollution Adjudication Board Program

Assisted in the editing and layout of 2008-2012 Pollution Adjudication Board Performance Report

Support to Environmental Management Concerns

Conducted in coordination with the EU-SWITCH Asia a the Three-day Environmental Assessors Training at Cocoon Boutique Hotel last July 2-4, 2013
Launched the Search for the Outstanding Most Eco-friendly EMB Offices in support of the EMB’s Environmental Management Systems Program
Prepared and conducted last December 20, 2013 the Awarding Ceremony during the EMB Year-End Assessment Session
Coordinated the conduct of series of Internal Assessment of the EMB last August 2013 and November 2013
Prepared Draft Environmental Auditors Manual
Prepared EMB Assessors’ ‘Rating/ Score sheet
Initiated series of EMB Assessors’ Meeting and provided secretariat support in the conduct of the meetings
Launched the 2014 Recognitions Awards for the Eco-friendly Government Offices, with a Forum on Strengthening Eco-friendly Government Offices’ Program
Conducted a One-day Forum on Strengthening Eco-friendly Offices for October 11, 2013 at the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City
Initiated the Inter-division Training and Promotions and the conduct of its regular meetings
Prepared and collated a Training Needs Assessment Survey and Training Matrix for EMB Employees for EMS
Translated the EMB Citizens’ Charter to Tagalog version and submitted to Public Affairs Office and EMB Management and Information System Unit for uploading to the EMB Website for public viewing
Conducted a series of EMS Seminars for New EMB Employees, including EMB Security Guards and Janitors last March 2013 and May 2013
Prepared presentation materials for a lecture on November 18, 2013 for Brain Computer Corporation on EMS and environmental laws

Support to Environmental Education Concerns

Conducted the 2013 National Search for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools
Conducted field validation of all shortlisted finalists in the elementary, high school and college categories
Initiated signing of a Memorandum of Agreement Meeting with One Meralco Foundation held last September 4, 2013 at the Meralco Lighthouse Restaurant in Pasig City
Interviewed by Solar Television regarding the 2013 National Search for Sustainable Schools last March 19, 2013
Conducted the awarding ceremonies for all national winners of the Search last November 20, 2013 at the SM North EDSA, Activity Center
Printed the booklet of good practices of the 2013 National Search for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools –The Champions
Provided support in the conduct of various regional awarding ceremonies and activities related to the Search
Maintained the EMB DENR EEID Facebook Account and the National Search for Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Schools website and facebook page.
Drafted and laid out and issued the Philippine Daily Inquirer “December 23, 2013 advertorial on the Green Champions to the 2013 National Search for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools
Conducted the 2013 Asian Environmental Educators’ Conference among 100 educators nationwide last November 5-7, 2013 in Tagaytay City
Seminar-Workshop on EMB Regional Environmental Education and Information Section Chiefs and GAD Focal Points on January 22-25, 2013
Revised and initiated lay-out of the Compendium of Good Practices on Climate Change and Curriculum Assessment on the Integration of Climate Change in cooperation with the PATLEPAM and NEDA-MDGF
Conducted a painting contest for children with Autism held last January 23, 2013
Organized activities for the Environment Month celebration: Greening the Blue, Organic Fiesta, Think… Eat … Save … for Philippine Environment Month last June
Assisted on the production of TV Plug for the Ozone Layer Protection with Kim Atienza last September
Collated the 2013 Regional Communications Plans for Teachers, Local Government Units and Pollution Control Officers for 2014-2016 and Regional Action Plans for Environmental Education for submission to the EMB Policy and Planning Division
Prepared a country paper regarding the Philippine Initiatives in 2012 to date for the ASEAN Environmental Education Action Plan
Assisted the conduct of a One-Day Environmental Educators’ Forum together with EMB-NCR held last August 30, 2013
Conducted and ffacilitated the Round Table Discussion on Genetic Resource Development as Wealth Creation Strategy for Poverty Alleviation together with the United Nations Development Programme held last May 24, 2013 at the One Pacific Place in Makati City
Conducted series of Meetings of the National Inter-Agency Steering Committee on Environmental Education
Assisted and participated in the Earth Day Celebration attended by about 50 participants from the EMB held last April 22, 2013 at the Quezon City Memorial Circle along with attendees from various sectors
Attended and provided inputs Environmental Education Regional Conference held last April 7-13, 2013 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Staff participation to the Post- Education for Sustainable Development Workshop on May 16-17, 2013 in Bangkok, Thailand
Participated in Seminar-Workshop on Environmental Education and Sustainable Consumption and Production held last October 14-19, 2013 at Siem Reap, Cambodia
Initiated partnership with US-AID regarding the Low Emission Asian Development Programme and Asia LEDS Partnership
Initiated preparatory partnership with United Nations Environment Programme on the Global Universities Program for Environmental Sustainability Program for universities and colleges
Moderated the yahoo groups EMB EEID Facebook account, EMB Environews and Greenschools
Regular attendance as chair to the EMB Bids and Awards Committee meetings, and as member to the EMB Inventory and PEPP-TWG meetings

Lectures Conducted /Speeches Prepared

Served as resource person and facilitator to the Ateneo Environmental Science Society’s Eco-Camp 2013 for Metro Manila public and private high schools last January 26, 2013 at the Ateneo De Manila University, Loyola Heights, Quezon City.
Provided lecture and prepared powerpoint presentation on Environmental Awareness for the staff of D.A. Tuazon Construction Company last February 15, 2013
Provided lecture on “Greener Earth” to the students of La Consolacion College, Novaliches last February 14, 2013
Provided a lecture-interview on environmental education among students of Lyceum last March 6, 2013 at the EEID Conference Room
Provided a lecture-interview among the members of a newly-created environmental NGO on the various activities of the EMB last March 7, 2013 at the EEID Conference Room
Conducted a lecture-interview on the state of the environment in the country among students from Letran College last March 8, 2013 at the EEID Conference Room
Lectured on Environmental Protection Program before about 200 national and regional offices of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology last April 17, 2013
Prepared speech for Undersecretary Analiza Teh and Closing Remarks for EMB Assistant Director Eva Ocfemia for the Launching and Turn-Over of Revised Code of Practice (COP) for Refrigeration and Air conditioning & Launching of the Refrigeration and Air conditioning Technicians Association of the Philippines (RACTAP) last April 19, 2013
Prepared speech for the EMB Director, news release, pledge of commitment for the launching and turn-Over of the Revised Code of Practice for the National Chlorofluorocarbon Phase-out-Program
Lectured on EMB-DENR flagship programs and Environment Month theme “Think. Eat. Save” at Assumption College, Makati City last June 26, 2013
Prepared presentation materials for a lecture for Xavier High School faculty and staff last November 27, 2013 on environmental laws
Provided lecture on “Environmental Advocacy” to the students of Malayan High School last November 28, 2013
Prepared Opening Remarks for EMB Dir. Juan Miguel Cuna and Message for DENR Undersecretary Analiza Teh for the Metro Manila Partners’ Forum on the Adopt-an-Estero/ Water Body Program
Prepares presentation for Assistant Director Eva Ocfemia on EMB’s Thrust and Priorities for CY 2013-2016 for PPhilippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Delivered speech for the Director for the celebration of the National Day of Service of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife Nature Center
Prepared Souvenir Program Message for the EMB Director for the 74th National Convention of the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers, Inc. (PIChE) with the theme “Chemical Engineers at the Forefront of Climate Change Adaption and Disaster Risk Reduction,” be held at La Piazza Hotel & Convention Center, Legaspi City last February 20-23, 2013
Prepared speech for the EMB Director for the 1st General Membership Meeting and Induction of 2013 Officers and Directors of Packaging Institute of the Philippines at Crowne Plaza Galleria Ortigas last February 28, 2013
Prepared a speech for DENR Secretary for the European Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines Business Forum: Waste to Energy and Resource Recovery: Promoting and Building Cleaner Industries and Communities Towards a Circular Economy
Prepared speech for the EMB Director: entitled “Kalat Ko, Sisinupin Ko” for the Basura-Free Elections 2013 Forum
Prepared Souvenir Program Message for the 7th National Convention of the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers with the theme “Chemical Engineers@ the Forefront of Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction last February 20-23, 2013
Prepared a speech for the EMB Director for the 1st General Membership Meeting and Induction of the Offices and Directors of Packaging Institutes on the Philippines at Crowne Plaza last February 28, 2013

Under the Gender and Development Program

Conducted Assessment-Planning Workshop on Gender and Development (GAD) Concerns to EMB Plans, Programs and Projects and Training on Results-Based Monitoring and Evaluation for GAD Focal Persons of EMB Regional Offices at the Eurotel, Quezon City on January 22-23, 2013.
Conducted Seminar on “Pangangalaga ng Kapaligiran at Negosyo: Maaari bang Pagsabayin?” held at the Grand Ficus Resort and Restaurant, Ninoy Aquino Avenue, Kidapawan City on March 6-7, 2013.
Conducted Training on Gender-Responsive Results-Based Program Monitoring and Evaluation on April 15-16, 2013 held at Twin Towers, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City. Participants are GAD focal points persons of different divisions, sections, units of EMB Central Office.
Conducted Training of Technical Advisers on Gender Analysis on Environmental Programs for EMB Regional Offices held in Davao City on May 7-10, 2013. Participants were GAD focal point persons and technical staff of regional offices
Supported EMB NCR on the conduct of two Seminars on Gender and Environmental Management for EMB NCR employees.
Provided assistance on the conduct of Forum of Women Leaders in Biodiversity Conservation held on April 17, 2013 at the DENR Social Hall. Coordinated with EMB Regional Office and Municipality of Bula on the conduct of video documentation of bamboo industry
Supported PCW and PAWB on the Gender Responsive Ecotourism Toolkit of PAWB GREAT Women Project held February 8, 2013 at the Hotel Rembrandt, Quezon City
Provided inputs during the Validation Workshop of Guide and Competency Assessment Tools of the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority. Reviewed the following Module on Gender-Sensitivity in the Workplace, Demonstrating Work and Entrepreneurial Values and Practicing Occupational Health and Safety Procedures
Developed Gender and Development Checklist in Assessment on Project Management, Project identification, and Monitoring and Evaluation of Environmental Management Programs, Project and Activities
Reviewed and provided inputs to the EMB Regional Gender and Development (GAD) Plans and Budgets for submission to the Philippine on Women
Finalized the 2013 revised work and financial plan 2013 of the EMB GREAT Women Project for approval of the Philippine Commission on Women and for the issuance of the second tranche.
Provided inputs/submitted to PCW matrix of EMB’s stocktaking sustainability measures, sustainability initiatives, quality of Women Economic Empowerment policy, quality of WEE programs, projects and activities and lessons learned session of the EMB GREAT Women Project
Provided assistance on the Learning Session on Women Economic Empowerment for PCW staff and other national government agencies held Sept. 6, 2013
Provided data of EMB gender and development related activities required during the Civil Service Commission assessment
Provided support to the Philippine Commission on Women on the conduct of National Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Forum held on September 19-20, 2013
Provided continuous support in the regular health and wellness program of the EMB employees
Provided assistance to the EMB Personnel Selection Board on the assessment/evaluation of the candidates of vacant position of EMB Central as GAD representative
Provided support/inputs to the Inventory and Disposal Committee for the disposition of unserviceable property as GAD representative

Under the Youth Program

Provided support to the attendance of youth delegations and in their mentoring to the following seminars/trainings: 1) 2013 South East Asian Youth Environment Network (SEAYEN) Meeting in Bali, Indonesia; 2) ASEAN Youth Workshop on Green Consumption in Bangkok, Thailand; 3) China-ASEAN Youth Seminar on Green Schools in Beijing, China; amd 4) ASEAN+3 Youth Environment Forum in Brunei.
Provided support to the DENR National Youth Environment Summer Camp Seminar in Baguio City last April 6-7, 2013
Provided support to the Philippine Youth Environment Network, Department of Education and the National Youth Commission in the conduct of the Äward ng mga Eco-Filipino Event: Kabataan Para sa Kalikasan last June 28, 2013 at SM North EDSA

2012 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Water Quality and Solid Waste Management Concerns

Mobilized the Marikina River Clean-up last October 6, 2012 in support of the International Coastal Clean-up Weekend
Conducted a two-day Partners’ Forum For the Metro Manila Water Bodies Under the Adopt-an Estero/ Water Body Program last September 27-28, 2012 at the Hotel Rembrandt in Quezon City
Development of Campaign Materials, exhibit tarpaulins
Assisted in the conduct of Memoranda of Agreement Signing for 35 Adopt-an Estero partners of Regions 4A, 1 and National Capital Region held at the Malacanan Palace last June 19, 2012
Mural Painting with the theme “Ibalik ang Sigla ng Ilog Marikina” for students of Barangays Sto. Nino, Concepcion and Parang in Marikina last April 19, 2012 together with Petron Foundation and Marikina CEMO
Linis Estero held at Barangay Lingunan, Valenzuela City last March 26, 2012
Conducted an Exhibition on the Adopt-an-Estero Program during the Global Conference on Land-Based Ocean Participation in the Regional Harmonization Workshop on the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program held last January 2012
Assisted in the conduct of the National Harmonization Workshop on the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program last March 1-2, 2012 at the Eurotel, North EDSA, Quezon City together with the EMB Water Quality Management Section, for all of EMB Regional Adopt-an-Estero/ Water Body Focal points
stakeholder assemblies/ lectures and meetings with barangay captains and kagawads. Homeowners’ association officials, shool teachers and youth leaders, private sector and NGO representatives of Barangays Parang, Concepcion Uno and Sto. Nino with PETRON Corporation on the Marikina Creek Adoption
Conducted series of lectures for the barangays along Tullahan River with the Manila North Tollways Corporation for the Adoption of the Tullahan River
Provided a lecture for the 32 barangays along Estero de Paco under the Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission
Laid out the Adopt-an Estero/water body refrigerator magnet
Edited the contents and lay-out of an Instructional Desk Calendar for 2013 on Manila Bay Environmental Program
Produced music video on Ang Estero Mo’y Estero Ko, with Noel Cabangon, Ambassador for Philippine Rivers as the celebrity endorser
Assisted and hosted the conduct of a Memorandum of Agreement Signing of Four Metro Manila adopters of the Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program held at the Office of the DENR Secretary Conference Room

Support to Solid Waste Management Concerns

Assisted the Memorandum of Agreement signing of the DENR with the League of Municipaliities of the Philippines on the National Ecosavers Program last December 5, 2012
Assisted the conduct of the Launching of the National Ecosavers Program last November 8, 2012 at the Manila Mini-Forest in Arroceros, City of Manila
Drafted plans and programs of EEID for 2013 on Solid Waste Management Concerns
Prepared a speech for the EMB Director on Basuralympics press conference
Documented and assisted the conduct of two Memorandum of Agreement Signing with Local Government Units on Solid Waste Management Concerns

Support to Air Quality Management Concerns

Car-free Day Event/ Clean Air Concert dubbed as “ Clean Air? Pwede!!!” held last November 25, 2012
“Halina, Sama-Sama” Clean Air Music Videowith Lou Bonnevie, Philippine Clean Air Champion as the celebrity endorser
Assisted in the conduct of a Clean Air Caravan held every Saturday and Sunday for the whole month of November 2012 in support of the Philippine Clean Air Month
Assistance in the conduct of the Clean Air Forum held last July 30-31, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel
On-the-Spot Painting Contest on the theme- “Usok Mo, Buhay Ko” held last June 16, 2012 at the PAWB Amphitheater participated in by 100 high school students and teachers in Metro Manila
Clean Air Summit dubbed as “Usok Mo, Buhay Ko” last February 29, 2012 at the Philippine Medical Association Auditorium at North EDSA, Quezon City
News Releases/ Brochures and Stickers
Assisted in the conduct of a series of consultative meetings with the Partnership for Clean Air regarding the harmonization of local government ordinance on anti-smoke belching program concerns
Initiated arrangements for Rear Bus Advertisements on “Usok Mo, Buhay Ko” Message for 8 buses plying the route of Fairview to Baclaran for six months starting January 2013
Prepared Instructional Calendar 2013 on Air Quality Management Concerns (“Usok Mo, Buhay Ko”)

Support to Environmental Education Concerns

Back to back activity on European Union Switch Asia Trainers’ Training, and the 5th ASEAN Plus three Leadership Programme on Sustainable Consumption and Production held last October 15-19, 2012 at the Eastwood Richmonde Hotel in Libis, Quezon City
National Senior Educators’ Conference in Environmental Protection and Management (with the theme “Innovations and Solutions for Climate Change Adaptive and Disaster-Resilient Communities) held last September 21-22, 2012 at the Cebu Business Hotel in Cebu City
Photography Workshop on the Environment held last August 31, 2012 at the Hotel Rembrandt in Quezon City
Communications Planning Workshop for the EMB Regional Environmental Education Officers held last May 24-25, 2012 at the Oasis Hotel, Pampanga
Presented the Philippine Initiatives on Environmental Education held last April 23-24, 2012 at Bangkok, Thailand
ASEAN Environment Year-cum-Eco-Schools Awarding held last July 17-18, 2012 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Forum on Green Economy: Strengthening Green Schools thru Eco-Teachers in Metro Manila held last June 14, 2012 at the Eurotel, North EDSA, Quezon City
Project Water Education for Teachers Seminar in cooperation with Nestle Philippines held last May 18, 2012 at the EMB Social Hall
Served as Resource Speakers on the following events and activities:
National Summit for Zero-Waste Schools
“Youth for Sustainable Living: Training Program for the Sangguniang Kabataan in Metro Manila” (Topic: Environmental Communication), also prepared presentation material for the said talk

1. Grade 2 students of the Montessori School in Pasig City on Sustainable Development
2. Palawan State University students on Environmental Management Systems
3. UST Thesis Students on environmental taxation
4. Manila Business College students on environmental education and management
5. National Food Authority on various EMB Plans and Programs
6. Department of Foreign Affairs on various environmental education and management concerns

Prepared speeches for the EMB Director/Assistant Director on the following (among others):

1. Environmental Law Enforcement Seminar For EMB Regional Directors and Chiefs of Technical Divisions
2. Seminar-Workshop on Harmonizing the Implementation of Adopt-an-Estero/Water Body Program in the Regions
3. Inauguration of the Marikina City Materials Recovery Facility
4. Metro Manila Sangguniang Kabataan Camp

Laid out brochure on the Philippine Environment Partnership Programme for their Awarding Ceremonies at the DENR Social Hall last November 29, 2012
Finalized together with the Philippine Information Agency the Final Results of the Awareness, Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices Survey for Teachers, Local Government Units and Pollution Control Officers
Conceptualized and executed EMB Activities for the World Water Day, Earth Day Events, and Philippine Environment Month
Produced module on Climate Change Adaptation for the Nursing Curriculum
Conceptualized and executed EMB Activities for the World Water Day, Earth Day Events, and Philippine Environment Month
Photography Workshop on the Environment held last August 31, 2012 at the Hotel Rembrandt in Quezon City
Communications Planning Workshop for the EMB Regional Environmental Education Officers held last May 24-25, 2012 at the Oasis Hotel, Pampanga
Presented the Philippine Initiatives on Environmental Education held last April 23-24, 2012 at Bangkok, Thailand
Conducted a series of meetings for the tertiary level educations institutions
Prepared the Standard Guidelines for handling Radio and Television Interviews and memorandum for all EMB Regional Offices, and EMB Central Office Division/Section/Unit Chiefs/ Program Managers
Conducted series of DENR Environmental Education Inter-agency Committee meetings being chaired by DENR Asst. Secretary Corazon Davis, with EMB as co-chair
Provided inputs and attended meetings of the Philippine Council for Sustainable Development (PCSD), for the PCSD Sub-Committee on Information and Education
Prepared initial write-up on Environmental Education Sector of the National State of Brown Environment Report for 2011

Support to Environmental Compliance Assistance Center (ECAC)

Assisted in the development of news releases, website materials, brochures, posters and video documentary for ECAC

Support to Chemicals Management Program

Assisted the conduct of the September Ozone Protection month activities with: -news releases and newspaper advertorial, Ozone quiz, promotional t-shirts, organization and co-mobilization of students for the human formation for the 25th year anniversary celebration of the Montreal Protocol, photo-documentation of the events
Assisted photo documentation for selected IPOPS project events

Support to Media Releases/Speeches/Messages on the Environment

Prepared/edited 24 news releases on various environmental issues and events undertaken by the EEID in partnership with other government agencies, private sector and civil society.

1. Nation celebrates World Water Day and Philippine Water Week
2. DENR opens new and improved assistance center for LGUs
3. Pasig anti-smoke belching teams set intensified roadside apprehension
4. DENR strengthens air quality monitoring, focuses on monitoring PM-2.5
5. SM adopts San Juan River, 3-year rehabilitation plan underway
6. DENR strengthens air quality monitoring, focuses on monitoring particulate matter
7. DENR strengthens air quality monitoring, opens station at EDSA
8. Feature Article “Clean River” Advocates Unite: Saving Rivers, Changing Lives
9. Multi-sectoral teams lead apprehension of ‘smoke-belchers’
10. DENR-Partner Institutions launches Green Financing for industries, government offices
11. SM adopts San Juan River, 5-year rehabilitation plan underway
12. Three more creeks in MM set to be rehabilitated
13. DENR holds forum for non-ODS technologies for foam applications
14. DENR promotes non-ODS technologies in foam applications
15. Malacañang welcomes 35 new partners under DENR’s ‘Adopt-an-Estero’
16. Winners of “Usok Mo, Buhay Ko!” painting contest bared
17. The Philippines Hosts the United Nations Capacity Building Events on Climate Change Mitigation for Asia-Pacific and Eastern European Countries
18. Search for the ‘most improved portion’ of Diliman Creek is on
19. 2012 marks the 25th Anniversary of the Montreal Protocol
20. New guidelines for vehicle registration consistent with Clean Air Act – DENR
21. DENR, ACB host green economy, sustainable production and consumption international fora
22. NCR schools gear up for National Ecosavers Program
23. DENR recognizes 18 industries with outstanding environmental performance
24. DENR-DepEd Project WET

Prepared 44 speeches/messages for DENR and EMB officials on various environmental gatherings and annual environmental events.

Support to Gender and Development (GAD) Program and the implementation of EMB GREAT Women Project

Planning- Workshop on Mainstreaming Gender and Development (GAD) Concerns of EMB Plans, Programs and Projects for EMB Central and Regional GAD Focal Persons and Committee Members on Jan. 17, 2012 at the EMB Air Quality Management Center Training Hall
“Meeting-cum-Seminar on Gender Mainstreaming Evaluation Framework (GMEF)” on February 14, 2012 at the EMB Air Quality Management Training Hall, for EMB Inter-Office GAD Committee members
Supported the nationwide observance of Women’s Month, with the theme “Women Weathering Climate Change: Governance and Accountability, Everyone’s Responsibility”. The EMB GAD Focal Point System conducted “Seminar on Building Resilience and Adaption Skills of Women (and Men) on March 7, 2012, at EMB Air Quality Management Training Hall
Seminar on “Pangangalaga sa Kapaligiran at Pagnenegosyo: Maari bang Pagsabayin?” on May21-22, 2012 at Banaue Hotel, Banaue, Ifugao, with participants from the LGUs, DENR, women micro and small entrepreneurs
Executive Session on Mainstreaming Gender and Development Concerns to EMB National and Regional Programs, Projects and Activities last July 24, 2012 at the VIP Hotel in Dauin, Negros Oriental. Participants were EMB National and Regional Directors, Division/Section Chiefs at EMB Central and Regional Offices.
Meeting-Workshop on the Administration of the Women Economic Empowerment (WEE) Scorecard to EMB focal persons on August 23, 2012 at the EMB Air Quality Management Training Center .
Trainers’ Training on Gender Analysis in Environmental Management, August 29-30, 2012 at the Hotel Rembrant, Tomas Morato, Quezon City for EMB Regional Offices’ GAD Focal Points and EMB Central Office GAD Committee members
Coordinated/consulted last October 2012, with the Local Government Units, women micro entrepreneurs, GREAT Women Project local area coordinator of PALMA+PB (Pigkawayan, Alamada, Libungan Midsayap, Aleosan, Pikit and Banisilan) site and also with PALMA+PB Alliance Project Management Office in Municipality of Midsayap

2011 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Water Quality Management Concerns

Support to Adopt-an-Estero Program.
Spearheaded preparations for Memorandum of Agreement signing for the Diliman Creek adoption be Philippine Mine Safety and Environmental Association President, with DENR Secretary, Sagip Ilog Philippines Movement Executive Director, and Quezon City Mayor, along with captains and representatives of 33 barangays traversing the creek last April 19, 2011
Initiated the conduct of the Mural Painting Contest ( with theme : Sama-sama Tayo Tungo sa Malinis na Katubigan at Luntiang kapaligiran) as part of the Adopt-an Estero Campaign held last June 24, 2011 at the Bulwagang Ninoy, PAWB Grounds, Quezon City
Supervised an undergraduate student for the conduct of mini-research on the Perception Survey on Environmental Concerns of Selected Residents of Pinagkaisahan, Quezon, which is among the barangays in the Diliman Creek and Tributaries’ Rehabilitation Program under DENR’s Adopt-an-Estero
Assisted the creation of the Audio Visual Production for the Diliman Creek together with the Sagip Pilipinas Movement
Conducted a Seminar on Linis Estero, and the Role of Barangays for 36 barangays along the Diliman Creek held last January 19, 2011 at the EMB Air Quality Management Training Center
Palico Creek in Muntinlupa by Amkor Technology Philippines, Inc with DENR, Laguna Lake Development Authority, and Muntinlupa City Government last March 16, 2011
Tripa de Gallina by Philippine Coastal and River Guards Aggrupation with EMB last August 10, 2011
Concepion Creek Petron with DENR, Laguna Lake Development Authority and Marikina City Government last September 2011
Conducted a series workshop of among barangays along the Concepcion Creek in Marikina City last November 4, 2011 and December 15, 2011 held at the CENRO Office in Marikina City.
Action Planning for Maricaban Creek Rehabilitation Program held last August 2011
Conducted series of educational sessions and coordination meeting with Manila North Tollways for Tullahan River
Conducted a One-day Forum Meeting with the Private Sector Partners and Presenters dubbed as “Making Headways in Cleaning Metro Manila Water”: A Forum for Partners of the Adopt-an Estero/River Program held last September 16, 2011 at the DENR Social Hall
Conducted a lecture among Industrial Engineering students on water quality management at the Technological Institute of the Philippines Cubao last March 1, 2011.
Assisted the conduct of a Water Trail for teachers and students leaders from Metro Manila and provincial schools last March 21, 2011
Served as Documenters on the Water Environment Partnership in Asia (WEPA): The 3rd International Workshop held last September 21-22, 2011 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel participated by ASEAN member states
Assisted the mobilization of EMB delegation for the World Water Day at the SM Mall of Asia last March 22, 2011

Support to Solid Waste Management Concerns

Served as Resource Speaker/Facilitator, Trainers’ Training for the School-Based Ecological Solid Waste Management Program, sponsored by Toyota Autoparts
Assisted the Launching of the third batch of SM Green Bags
Assisted, conducted and photo documented the Basic Ecological Solid Waste Management lecture-series for the residents of Brgy. Ugong, as part of the MNTC Adoption of the Tullahan River. Edited photos and uploaded on social network site.
Supported the coordination for the for turnover of waste segregation bins from Ayala Land Inc. to a public high school in Quezon City

Support to Climate Change Concerns

Conduct of National Senior Educators’ Conference on Climate Change Adaptation in Puerto Princesa, Palawan last November 23-25, 2011.
Conducted a 3-day Training of Trainers on Climate Change Adaptation held last July 11-13, 2011 at the Central Bicol State University of Agriculture Conference Room attended by around 50 deans and curriculum developers.
Conducted and assisted in the preparation of a series of Regional Trainers Training on Climate Change Adaptation held last October 6-7, 2011 at the Hotel Alejandro in Tacloban; October 19-20, 2011 in Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology; and October 24-25, 2011 at the St. Louis University in Baguio City, respectively.
Conduct of The Assessment of Knowledge of Educators on Climate Change and Climate Change Adaptation; Executive Session for Presidents and Senior Officials of Higher Educational Institutions on Climate Change and Climate Change Adaptation; and the Resources Inventory on Climate Change and Climate Change Adaptation
Partnered with the Commission on Higher Education in conducting the International Conference for Biodiversity and Climate Change last February 1-3 2011 at the Philippine International Convention Center
Delivered lecture on Climate Change: Gender Dimensions, Mitigation and Adaptation, and the Continuing Challenges for about 50 graduate students in Master of Arts in Teaching, and B.S. Physical Sciences students of Eulogio Amang Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology
Prepared a video outline for Climate Change Adaptation documentary

Support to the Environmental Management Systems Concerns

2011 Recognition Awards for Eco-friendly Government Offices: Conducted the awarding of Winners last June 29, 2011 at the Sulo Riviera Hotel; Printed a brochure of the winners of the eco-friendly government offices; Conducted series of field validation among the competing offices; Conduct of meeting among validators of the recognition awards
Lectured to among 100 staff of the Department of Transportation and Communications about Environmental Management Systems at Pasig City
Lectured among PUP Students of Marketing on the topic Eco-Friendly products and Green Procurement system on February 15-16, 2011 at the EEID.
Served as a Resource Person to speak on Green Products Marketing and Procurement System by the PUP (Polytechnic University of the Philippines held on February 17, 2011 at PUP Campus
Conducted a one-day Seminar on Eco- Labeling of Products and Green Procurement, Energy Conservation and Emergency Preparedness and Response as part of its capacity building program on EMS and assessment/ audit of participants to the Recognition Awards for Eco-friendly government offices held last February 18, 2011 at NRDC Conference
Conducted a lecture on various environmental concerns among 50 students of De La Salle University-College of St. Benilde last April 11, 2011

Support to Toxic Chemicals and Hazardous Wastes Management Concerns

Provided inputs in the English and Tagalong version of the Brochure and Audio-Visual Presentation for the Non-Combustion Persistent Organic Pollutants Project
Provided assistance in the launching of the Integrated POPs Management Project held last December 13, 2011 at the Cocoon in Timog Avenue, Quezon City.

Support to Environmental Education Concerns

Support to the 2011 National Search for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools.Conducted the National Awarding of Winners last November 16, 2011 at the 3rd Floor of the Activity Center of the Main Building of SM North EDSA , Quezon City.
Assisted the conduct of field validation and finalization of results of national winners to the 2011 National Search for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools from October 15 to November 11, 2011.
Conducted a series of judges meeting held of the 2011 National Search for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools last October 10, 12, 13, 18, 19 and November 7, 2011, respectively.
Printed the brochure on the 2011 National Search for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools
Manned the exhibition of the regional winners for the Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools from November 13-17, 2011 at the 3rd Floor of the Activity Center of the Main Building of SM North EDSA , Quezon City.
Supported the Earth Day celebration held at the SM Megamall last April 19, 2011
Conducted an Assessment-cum-Planning Workshop of EMB Regional Environmental Education and Information Section Chiefs and Officers last January 27-28, 2011
Convened a meeting of the Inter-Agency Committee on RA 9512 for various partner agencies of the law
Acted as facilitator and resource person at the EMB Region 10-Holcim Environmental Youth Camp at Mapawa Nature Park, Cagayan De Oro City
Assisted and participated the conduct of the Foundation Training on Green Jobs together with UNDP-ILO held last July 18-21, 2011 at the UNDP Office in Makati City and the College of St. Benilde in Taft Avenue, Manila participated by about 50 business leaders nationwide.
Edited the proceedings of the Foundation Training On Green Jobs
Assisted in the dissemination of letters and information related to the conduct of the ASEAN Plus 4 Seminar on Sustainable Consumption to be held on October 2011 in Bangkok, Thailand
Conducted a series of regular meetings for the tertiary level educational Institutions in environmental protection and management
Sent 9 youth and 1 teacher delegate to participate in the ASEAN Youth Capacity Building and UNEP Tunza International Children and Youth Conference held last September 25-October 1, 2011 in Bandung, Indonesia.
Participated and provided inputs in the ASEAN Environmental Education Seminar held last July 11-13, 2011 in Bali, Indonesia.
Provided secretariat support in the conduct of the Media Forum for GP3: Green Productivity, Green Purchasing Towards a Greener Philippines
Reviewed the “Environmental Stewardship Manual for Schools: Ecological Awareness and Action in Schools”
Printed the Annual Newsletter for Tertiary Schools
Prepared speeches for the DENR Secretary, Undersecretaries and Asst, Secretaries and EMB Director and Assistant Director on several environmental events, conferences, and seminar- workshops
Moderated the EMB-EEID E-groups EMB_Environews Online and GreenschoolsPhils.
Editing and content development of the EMB-EEID webpage and official facebook account.
Moderated the yahoo groups EMB Environews and Greenschool

Support to the Environmental Compliance Assistance Center

Assisted the Launching of the Environmental Compliance Assistance Center held last December 9, 2011 at the Sulo Hotel
Lay-out of the tarpaulin for display at the ECA Center
Prepared presentations for the launching ceremony
Provided inputs and comments on the ECA Center website
Provided inputs in the drafting of the brochure for the ECA Center
Prepared speeches for the launching ceremony

2010 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Air Quality Management Initiatives

Initiated the printing of the 2009 National Air Quality Status Report
Assisted in the launching of the TEXT USOK Campaign of the DENR
Assisted the conduct of the Clean Air Ten Plus One Forum
Conducted lectures to several stakeholders of the Bureau on Air Quality Management concerns

Support to Water Quality Management Initiatives

Oversee the implementation of the Adopt-a-Water Body Program by the DENR, in partnership with private organizations, which resulted in the adoption of the following creeks: Tullahan River and its tributaries by the Manila North Tollways Corporation and San Miguel Foundation, among others; also, Diliman Creek by PEMSEA.
Conduct of a series of lecture on Bantay-Ilog Program which is a part of the Bantay-Estero Program of the DENR at selected
communities in Metro Manila
Organized, in partnership with Manila Water, the Water Trail Series for Metro Manila Science Teachers and Students
Assisted in the review of the Water Management brochure and the Water Quality Management Areas Status Report
Participated in the pre-planning and organization of contingents for the Philippine Celebration of the International Coastal Clean-Up Month
Conducted lectures to several stakeholders of the Bureau on Water Quality Management concerns

Support to Hazardous Waste and Toxic Chemicals Management Initiatives

Provided inputs in the Audio-Visual Presentation on the NonCombustion Technology to Destroy PCBs.
Conducted lectures to several stakeholders of the Bureau on Hazardous Wastes and Toxic Chemicals concerns.

Support to Climate Change Initiatives

Initiated the printing of a fact sheet on climate change entitled, “Ano ang Maari Nating Gawin Tungkol sa Climate Change”
Collaborated with the Philippine Ozone Desk for the celebration of the International Ozone Day and provided support to the various activities they lined up: the launching of the commemorative stamps, preparation of news releases, and layout of advertorial
Conducted lectures to several stakeholders of the Bureau on climate change concerns.

Support to Solid Waste Management Initiatives

Provided assistance in the launching of the Reusable Bag Campaign of the DENR attended by Earth Day Network Philippine, Philippine Amalgamated Supermarket Incorporated and major supermarkets and malls in Metro Manila.
Assisted in the development of the publication, Zero Basura: Guide for LGUs, to be printed by the NSWMC-S
Support activities to the Earth Day 2010 Celebration: Junk Art Competition with VSA Arts Philippines, Awarding of the Zero Basuralympics, and the One Million Acts to Combat Climate Change
Co-Facilitator, School-based Ecological Solid Waste Management Trainers’ Training with the NSWMCS in partnership with Toyota Philippines
Provided a series of lecture on Community Solid Waste Management, part of the BantayEstero Program of the DENR at
selected communities in Metro Manila
Conducted lectures to several stakeholders of the Bureau on Solid Waste Management concerns

Support to the Philippine Environmental Partnership Program (PEPP)

Assistance to the 2010 PEPP Awarding: Recognizing Industries with Superior Environmental Performance event, including the design and printing of the souvenir brochure.

Support to Environmental Education and Management Initiatives

Spearheaded the conduct of the 3rd ASEAN-Plus-Three Leadership Programme on Sustainable Production and Consumption Conference last October 6-7, 2010 at the Bayview Park Hotel
Conducted the Seminar-Workshop of the Baseline Survey on the Awareness, Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices of Teachers, Local Government Units and Pollution Control Officers last October 13-15, 2010 at the Development Academy of the Philippines in Tagaytay City
Conducted the 15th National Senior Educators’ Assembly in Environmental Protection and Management held last November 15-16, 2010 at the Bayview Hotel for senior educators, university and college presidents and administrators
Launched the 2011 National Search for Sustainable Eco-friendly Schools in partnership with SMART Philippines
Launched the Recognition Awards for Ecofriendly Government Offices last April 22, 2010 at SM Mall of Asia
Conducted a Kamp Kalikasan Program for High School Students in Quezon City in partnership with Holcim Philippines and
AECOM held last June 17-19, 2010
Handled EMB’ Exhibit at the Manila Ocean Park in cooperation with the China Oceanic Phils, Inc. from March 18 to April
5, 2010 in line with observance of World Water Day and Earth Month celebrations
Conducted Inter-agency Committee Meetings on Environmental Education attended the cabinet secretaries and head
of DENR, DOST, DSWD, DepEd, PIA
Conducted series of seminars on 5s among DENR Offices as requested by the HRD of the DENR last June 2010
Conducted lectures to several stakeholders of the Bureau on various environmental education concerns
Initiated the printing of the Newsletter for Educators
Initiated the printing of the EMB instructional calendar
Moderated the EMB-EEID E-groups EMB_Environews Online and GreenschoolsPhils, uploaded messages and/or articles, also uploaded content and photos on the EMB-EEID Facebook page, uploaded EE materials on the EEID website

2009 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Air Quality Management Initiatives

Conducted the on-the-spot painting contest for college students on Cleaning the Air last June 13, 2009 at the PAWB Amphitheater.
Assisted the conduct of the Linis Hangin seminar last June 23-24, 2009 at the Riverbend Hotel, Marikina City.
Conducted a Seminar on Cleaning the Air for Local Government Units last November 10, 2009 at the Sulo Hotel.
Conducted a Roundtable Forum on Clean Air 10 Celebration — Moving Forward held last November 18, 2009 at the Sulo Hotel.

Support to Water Quality Management Initiatives

Supported and hosted the Seminar on Capacity Building on Water Resources Management with the Water Quality Management Section last March 17, 2009 at the Hotel Rembrandt.
Supported the conduct of a water exhibition at the Trinoma Mall last March 23-27, 2009.

Support to Hazardous Waste and Toxic Chemicals Management Initiatives

Assisted the review of the IEC materials on Non-Combustion Technology to Destroy PCBs.

Support to Climate Change Initiatives

Assisted the conduct of a Cebu and Iloilo Symposium on Adaptation and Mitigation on Climate Change last January 26 and 28, 2009 at the San Jose Recoletos and West Visayas State University, respectively.
Conducted a one-day seminar on Climate Change Adaptation last August 14, 2009 for tertiary universities and colleges at the EMB Air Quality Management Training Center.

Support to Environmental Education Management Initiatives

Conducted an Environmental Kid’s Fair in support of the Earth Day celebration last April 22, 2009 at the SM Mall of Asia.
Assistance to the conduct of a series of one-day seminars on Bantay Kapaligiran (Community Livelihood and Emergency Employment Program) last May 19-21, 2009 and May 26-27, 2009 at the NRDC Conference Room and May 22, 2009 at the EMB AQMTC Training Hall participated in by around 50-75 out-of-school youth and professionals each session.
Supported the conduct of the International Conference on Green Industry in Asia last September 9-11, 2009 at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City as a member of the Media Group Committee.
Conducted a series of environmental seminars among teachers, local government units and students in Limay, Bataan.
Conducted a two-day Forum-Workshop on Environmental Education Law (Republic Act 9512) last July 30-31, 2009 at the Hotel Stotsenberg, Clarkfield, Pampanga attended by 100 participants from various sectors and organizations.
Conducted a National Search for Sustainable and Ecofriendly School for elementary, high school and tertiary schools nationwide with exhibition and awarding ceremony held Last November 16-19, 2009 at the SM Annex, North EDSA.
Conducted the 14th National Senior Educators’ Assembly in Environmental Protection and Management last November 25-27, 2009 attended by 80 senior educators nationwide at the Hotel Stotsenberg, Clarkfield, Pampanga.
Assisted the conduct of Awarding Ceremony with a brochure for PEPP Track 1 companies
Produced instructional calendars, National Air Quality Status Report, State of the Brown Environment Report, and other environment-related brochures / pamphlets.
Collaborated with PATLEPAM and Vibal Publishing for the development and printing of Environmental Modules for NSTP students.

2008 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Clean Air Initiatives

Facilitation of Workshop on Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats for Local Air Quality Management for the AQM Training for LGUs of Metro Manila, regions 3 and 4 , held last March 13-14, 2008 at the Hotel Miramar, Roxas Blvd., Manila
Preparation of press releases that appeared on national broadsheets for the Baga’t Hangin on Wheels last April 22, 2008 at the SM North EDSA
Assisted in the final preparations and actual conduct of the Baga’t Hangin Musikahan: Battle of the Bands last June 29, 2008 at the Activity Center of the SM North EDSA, Quezon City Finalized the Tagalog version of the Report for Policy makers for Acid Deposition Monitoring

Support to Solid Waste Management Initiatives

Repackaged Narrative Accomplishment of Solid Waste Management for 2007
Prepared News Release on Public Consultation on Cost-Sharing Framework on Solid Waste Management and attended a one-day on Public Consultation on Cost-Sharing Framework on Solid Waste Management
Support to Earth Day celebration last April 22, 2008 at SM Mall of Asia and North EDSA, particularly on the Search for Model Barangays on Ecological Solid Waste Management and news releases on the same that appeared in the national broadsheets
Prepared speech on “Recycling Industry Development in the Philippines Exhibition” for the DENR Secretary

Support to Water Quality Management Initiatives

Supported the sponsorship of Nestle-EMB water conservation advocacy program launch during the DENR Flag Ceremony last March 24, 2008, in support to World Water Day and Philippine Water Week
Hosted and Staff attendance to the Forum on Philippine Rivers last March 26, 2008 at the DENR Operations Center
Support to EMB’s participation to the Water Technology Exhibition and Product Exposition last March 25-27, 2008 at the Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildlife
Support to the conceptualization of promotional scale model for Industrial Ecowatch for Earth Day
Conduct of the Seminar on Photography of Water Resources last March 25, 2008 at the Visitors’ Center in PAWB
Assisted in the preparation of DENR Secretary’s Earth Day paper to Cabinet meeting on April 22, 2008, particularly on Water Supply and Quality : A Situationer
Prepared an answer guide on water and sanitation issues for the interview to EMB official during the Earth Day Jam last April 25, 2008
Support to Earth Day celebration last April 22, 2008 at SM Mall of Asia and North EDSA, particularly on the EMB Director’s presentation paper on Industrial Ecowatch
Prepared news releases on Industrial Ecowatch Program for silver awardees, blue and green and black companies last June 2008

Support to Chemicals and Hazardous Wastes Management Initiatives

Interviewed by about 5 UST Psychology students on Persistent Organic Pollutants and Chemicals Management
Staff participation of the 6th Workshop on the Environmental Monitoring of Persistent Organic Pollutants in East Asian Countries last November 18-20, 2008 in Tokyo, Japan

Support to Environmental Management Systems

Prepared and conducted a one-day EMS Educational Field Trip at Toyota, Laguna for the EMS Pollution Control Program last February 16, 2008 which was attended by about 50 participants coming from EMB and Toyota
Coordinated the DENR Environment Management Watch Program among DENR Offices and attached Bureaus where EMB EMS Internal Auditors and Program Leaders served as auditors

Support to Environmental Education/ Management Endeavors

Initiated the drafting of the National State of the Brown Environment Report for 2005-2007 which covers the five environmental laws and the different multi-lateral environmental agreements where EMB is signatory
Initiated a GREAT WOMEN project on Capacity Building on Environmental Management Systems and Pollution Prevention with the NCRFW where the EMB team visited sites in Naga and Davao for 2008 and conducted a seminar in Naga City last December 3-5. 2008
Co-organization of the Conference on Education for Sustainable Development last January 8, 2008 at the Miriam College attended by close to 350 educators from academe, NGOs, and other sectoral representatives
Conducted a the Search for the Most Outstanding/Promising Regional State of the Brown Environment Report
Conducted a two-day Planning Workshop on “Building Capacities of Communities to Cope with Environmentally-sound Globalization” last February 7-8, 2008 at the Imperial Palace Suites which was attended by participants coming from academe. Local government units and micro, small and medium enterprises from Palawan, Lanao del Sur, Balatan, Camarines Sur, Rapu-rapu Island, Iloilo city. There were also participants coming from Board of Investments and PATLEPAM.
Conducted a one-day Planning Workshop on “Building Capacities of Communities to Cope with Environmentally-sound Globalization” last December 11, 2008 at the Sulo Hotel which was attended by participants coming from academe. Local government units and micro, small and medium enterprises from Palawan, Lanao del Sur, Balatan, Camarines Sur, Rapu-rapu Island, Iloilo city.
Co-organization/sponsorship of a one-day Seminar on Biodiversity last February 6, 2008 at the PWU Taft Ave., which was attended by professors and students coming from various universities in Metro Manila
Conducted an exhibit during the Independence Day celebration last June 8-12, 2008 at the Quirino Grandstand, Luneta Park
Conducted the 13th National Educators’ Conference in Davao City last October 15-18, 2008 with the theme” Adapting and Mitigating Climate Change – The Challenges to the Academe”.
Conducted a monitoring of the Caloocan-based schools for the Solid Waste Reduction Master Plan Program in cooperation with Miriam College last December 9, 2008
Provided lecture to member-teachers of the Association of Elementary School Science Teachers and Education of the Philippines, at the Department of Education in Iloilo City last 21-23, 2008
Conducted a Seminar on Towards a Low Carbon Economy for Consumers last June 27, 2008 at the AQMTC Conference Room
Conducted a two-day Seminar on Understanding Climate Change-cum-Workshop on Updating Communications Plan on the Phase-out of Ozone Depleting Substances last August 21-22, 2008 at the HRDS Conference Room primarily for DENR Regional Public Affairs Officers and EMB Regional Environmental Education and Information Section Chiefs
Conducted a seminar on Climate Change at E. Rodriguez High School last September 24, 2008 which was attended by about 80 students.
Assisted the development of a one-page advertorial on Philippine Star, in time for September 16 as International Ozone Day, and September as National Ozone Protection Month
Conducted an exhibit for Kabisig last September 4-7 2008 at the SM Mall of Asia
Assistance in the DENR Youth Program with the DENR SCO
Preparation and release to national broadsheets of new articles on various environmental issues

2007 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Clean Air Initiatives

Conducted a Baga’t-Hangin Musikahan 2007 as an Earth Day celebration last 22 April 2007. This was a musical variety program, with theme, Clean Air and Good Health, that featured educational inserts on biofuels, emission testing, national chlorofluorocarbon phase-out projects, smoking cessation program, healthy lifestyle environment-friendly food preparations, free medical services, on-the-spot poster making contest for high schoolers, with a concert of selected musical bands
Catalyzed the release by Dept. of Interior and Local Government Secretary Ronaldo Puno, its Memorandum Circular No. 2007-131, issued last October 2, 2007, urging the active participation of all City Mayors, Municipal Mayors, DILG Regional Directors and others concerned, to launch the Linis Hangin sa Siyudad/Munisipyo this November as Clean Air Month. Under the Program, local Chief Executives are encouraged to issue resolutions or enact ordinances on air policies in their local development plans; conduct information campaigns on the value of smoke-free communities; and encourage community leaders, civic religious organizations; and school institutions to actively support the campaign against air pollution in their localities.
The EMB-DENR initiated Bantay Tambutso sa Eskwela is on its higher gear this year as school networks in the names of the Philippine Association of Tertiary Level Educational Institution in Environmental Protection and Management (PATLEPAM), and the Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP), with the Clean Air Youth Alliance vowed to participate in the nationwide orchestrated ban on the entry of smoke-belching vehicles in school campuses on November 16, 2007, with other schools for clean air initiatives.
Initiated the conduct of Hangin’ Around: Schools Act for Cleaner Air last November 23, 2007 at the University of Sto. Tomas Tan Yan Kee Student Center, with about 180 participating teachers, youth leaders and students from Metro Manila, Laguna and the Cordilleras.

Support to Solid Waste Management Initiatives

Assisted in the conduct of the Brgy. Bagumbayan North, Navotas City, Coastal Clean Up, and the community preparation last September15 and 8, 2007, respectively.

Support to Water Quality Management Initiatives

Assisted the preparation of a National and three(3) Regional Water Quality Status Reports (2001-2005)

Support to Environmental Impact Assessment

Assisted the conduct of two three-day Training-Workshop on Enhancing the Performance of Environmental Monitoring and Audit Role of Multipartite Monitoring Teams on February 7-9 and February 28-March 2, 2007
Assisted the conduct of a Focus Group Discussion in Drawing Up of Training Design on Environmental Impact Assessment for Local Government Units last August 9, 2007 at the DENR Social Hall

Support to Environmental Education/ Management Endeavors

Assisted in the conduct of an on-line Philippine Ozone Quiz last May 28, 2007
Coordinated a DENR-wide Gender and Development Trade Exhibit for the whole month of March, on Sustainable Livelihoods by Women Groups
Conducted a two-day Planning Workshop on Building Capacities of Communities for an Environmentally-sound Globalization last February 15-16, 2007
Preparation and release to national broadsheets of new articles on various environmental issues
Augmented EMB Regional Offices’ video libraries of VCDs/’ DVDs containing close to 35 environmental titles of television plugs, video documentaries of EMB productions through the years.
Conducted a two-day National Consultation-Training on the Draft Guidelines for a Harmonized Regional and National State of the Environment Reporting last October 24-25, 2007 among the EMB’s Regional Environmental Education and Information Officers and other key regional personnel at the Hotel Stotsenberg in Clark Field, Pampanga
Conducted a two-day Senior Educators’ Conference in Environmental Protection and Management among 80 senior educators nationwide focusing on Disaster Risk Assessment and Management last October 17-18, 2007 at the Bohol Tropics Resort in Tagbilaran City, Bohol.
Created the “Green School Philippines” e-group for the Greening Schools Campaign
The EMB-DENR forged a Memorandum of Agreement signing with the CEAP, in its 1,280 school-memberships, for heightened partnership for environmental education.
With the Gateway East, Inc, conducted environmental lectures to around 120 LGU participants (Mayors, Vice-Mayors, Environment and Natural Resources Officers, Municipal/Planning Officers) last September 24-26, 2007 at the Bohol Tropics Resort in Tagbilaran City, Bohol.
Augmented EMB Regional Offices’ and selected academic institutions’/local government units’ video libraries of VCD sets containing close to 35 environmental titles of television plugs, video documentaries of EMB productions through the years, ranging from air and water pollution prevention, solid waste management, toxic and hazardous waste management, environmental impact assessment, environmental management system, sustainable development, among them.
Lectured on the National Environmental Education Action Plan for Sustainable Development during the Earth Charter Fora held at the Miriam College Environmental Studies Institute and the Philippine Women’s University, respectively, with close to 200 members of the audience for both, last November 14 and 15, 2007
Preparation and release to national broadsheets of new articles on various environmental issues

2006 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Clean Air Initiatives

Conducted a one-day forum on “Government Vehicles’ Fleets Compliance to Biodiesel and Emission Standards” that was attended by 70 participants mostly d General Services Chiefs and drivers of various government agencies last April 18, 2006 at the Aguila Hall of PAWB. North Ave., Quezon City
Conducted a forum on “Bantay Sunog Basura” that was attended by 70 participants from local government units, civic-minded organizations, NGOs and academe last April 21, 2006 at the AQMTC, EMB, and November 22, 2006, at the Operations Center- DENR
Assisted in the conduct of a two-day seminar-workshop on Public Awareness on Acid Deposition last June 6-7, 2006 at the Camelot Hotel
Conducted a one-day Forum on “Good Practices of Local Government units on Clean Air Act Implementation” last June 8, 2006 at the EMB AQMTC, before about 70 representatives of LGUs in Metro Manila airshed
Conducted a half-day Forum on Preventive Vehicle Maintenance for Cleaner Air and Cost Savings last June 21, 2006, before 50 official drivers, and carriers of vehicles among EMB employees
Released the published version of the National Air Quality Status Report 2003-2004
Coordinated preparation of first drafts of Metro Manila Airshed Air Quality Status Report (2005) and the National Air Quality Status Report (2005)
Coordinated the finalization and release of a resolution among the association of higher education institutions nationwide for the orchestrated ban on entry of smoke belching vehicles among participating schools on November 17, 2006, in support to the Clean Air Month celebration, including request-letters for the Commission on Higher Education and the Catholic Educators’ Association of the Philippines
Initiated the nationwide support for the Bantay Tambutso sa Eskwela program, with endorsements obtained from the Department of Education, Technical Education and Skills Development Authority, and the Commission on Higher Education
Conducted the Bantay Tambutso sa Eskwela Forum (last November 15) –cum exhibit (November 14-30, 2006) at the Mapua Institute of Technology. The Forum was participated in by about 140 participants (academic administrators, faculty members, and students leaders) from universities and colleges in Metro Manila and the nearby regions
Assisted and participated the Philippine Clean Air Act Implementation Review Workshop last November 24, 2006 at ADB
Assisted and participated in the Clean Air Summit last November 29, 2006 at ADB
Prepared news release on “DENR Steers Bantay Tambutso sa Eskwela,” which saw print at Manila Times (November 18, 2006), and Philippine Daily Inquirer (November 17, 2006), Philippine Star (November 26, 2006) and uploading at DENR website (beginning November 16, 2006 and the EMB website within November 2006

Support to Clean Water Initiatives

Participated in the JICA-assisted Project on the Information and Education Group that prepared the National and Regional Water Quality Status Reports for Regions 3, 6 and 12
Participated the Technical Working Group meetings on the preparation of a water and sanitation module for students initiated by Plan Philippines
Conducted the 11th National Senior Educators’ Assembly in Environmental Protection and Management last September 28-29, 2006 at the Hotel Supreme, Baguio City with the theme “Water Resources Management: Trends, Problems and Prospects” and attended by 110 senior academic administrators nationwide.
Prepared the EMB’s 2007 calendar with the theme” Our World, Our Water”.

Support to Solid Waste Management Initiatives

Assisted and participated in the meetings for the Solid Waste Reduction Master Plan (SWARM) workshop last February 1, 2006 and April 24, 2006 at the Miriam College
Assisted and participated to the selection and awarding of model schools for the SWARM project last February 20, 2006 at the Dep-Ed NCR
Finalization, publication and dissemination of two SWARMPlan Newsletters to different regional stakeholders
Prepared hand-out on Bantay Sunog Basura , which was distributed in several fora, and uploaded at the EMB and DENR websites since May 2006 to date
Edited and prepared lay-out for the Linis Estero flyer.
Initiated the discussions towards the Balik Supot, Bawas Balot, Bawas Basura campaign last September 2006, among member-supermarkets of the Philippine Association of Supermarkets, Inc.
Supported and participated in the UNDP-assisted Community-based Ecological Solid Waste Management Project
Spearheaded community and house-to-house surveys, and information campaign on Solid Waste Management to Barangays, in Roxas District, Quezon City in line with the International Clean up celebrations
Assisted the television productions in Solid Waste Management, and “Pagsugpo ng Polusyon: Usapang Hangin , Tubig at Basura“ last September 3 and 24, 2006 respectively, at Channel’s 4 Tinig ng Bayan
Conducted on-the-spot contest on waste reuse and recycling for persons with disabilities at the SM San Lazaro last July 21, 2006.

Support to Toxic and Hazardous Waste Management Activities

Participated and assisted in the launching of the National Implementation Plan of the for the Elimination of Persistent Organic Pollutants last October 15, 2006 at the Operations Center , 2nd Floor, DENR

Support to Environmental Impact Assessment Initiatives

Assisted in the conduct of the three-day Training-Workshop on Enhancing the Performance of Environmental Monitoring and Audit Role of Multipartite Monitoring Teams last November 8-10, 2006 that was attended by about 50 participants from different multipartite monitoring teams in the country at the University Hotel in UP Diliman, Quezon City.
Facilitated the release with the Philippine Information Agency of a 15-seconder video documentary on the Philippine Environmental Impact Assessment System.

Support to the Environmental Management System (EMS) Initiatives

Conducted a series of seminars on the EMB’s Environmental Management Systems (EMS) for selected EMB employees, janitors and security guards, EMB drivers, and carriers of vehicles

Support to Cross-cutting Environmental Management/Education concerns of EMB

Assisted the implementation of a work program for an Australian Youth Ambassador for Development (AYAD) who was be housed at the EEID for nine months beginning April 2006.
Participated and provided inputs to the meeting on The Access Initiative (access to information, decision-making and justice) held last April 26, 2006 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Conducted a series of meeting-workshops of the network of tertiary level educational institutions.
Participated and provided inputs to the three-day writeshop on IEC materials last February 15-17, 2006 at PAWB, Quezon City.
Initiated series of Gender and Development activities last March 2006.
Conducted a two-day Forum on “Accelerating Environmental Education Towards Sustainable Development: Taking up the Challenges” last July 4-5, 2006 at the University Hotel at UP Diliman.
Conducted a two-day workshop on Results-based Monitoring and Evaluation last July 10-11, 2006 at the Sulo Hotel for the UNDP-assisted Capacity 2015 project.
Assisted the participation of EMB to the Green Philippines Highway project of the DENR last August 2006
Conducted a Training on “Enhancing Communication of Environmental Laws and Concerns” for EMB Regional Environmental Education and Information Officers on October 26-27, 2006 at the Oasis Hotel in Angeles, Pampanga.
Finalized and published the tertiary level educational institutions newsletter
Participated in the Technical Working Group meetings of the DENR’s Task Force Curriculum
Moderated the PCSD Sub-Committee on Information and Education Working Group of the Philippine Virtual Plenary Network
Continuously conducted lectures on various environmental issues and concerns, including for Consumer-net organizations

Support to Initiatives in Addressing Climate Change, and Clean Development Mechanism

Organized a forum on “Climate Change” that was attended by 60 participants from different sectors last April 20, 2006 at the AQMTC, EMB, Quezon City, and other capacity-bldg activities on Clean Development Mechanism
Coordinated the conduct of exhibit on Climate Change from April 20-30, 2006 at the DENR Lobby

2005 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Support to Clean Air Initiatives

Initiated seminars on Bantay Tambutso sa Eskwela in different schools in the country
Initiated seminars on Bantay Tambutso sa Malls in different malls nationwide
Prepared promotional materials such as streamers, posters, stickers, caps and flyers for the Bantay Tambutso sa Malls at Eskwela nationwide
Assisted and coordinated the conduct of Free Vehicle Emission Testing in the different malls and schools nationwide
Coordinated the preparation of the National Air Quality Status Report (2003-2004)
Produced “Breathe Clean Air Module Series” (800 copies)
Produced posters on Linis Hangin (2000 copies)
Produced brochures on “Milestones in Implementing the Clean Air Act” (5000 copies)
Coordinated the conduct of two trainings of IEC Teams for the DENR Anti-Smoke Belching Program

Support to Clean Water Initiatives

Completed a 15-minute video documentary on the Clean Water Act
Produced a 60-seconder television commercial on clean water that was aired in the different television channels nationwide
Conducted a seminar on Communicating Water Quality Monitoring for the concerned personnel of EMB

Support to Solid Waste Management Initiatives

Produced Newsletters for the Solid Waste Reduction Master Plan (2000 copies)
Assisted in the conduct of a two-day Solid Waste Management Summit that was attended by about 300 representatives from schools, local government units, business sector, and NGOs nationwide
Assisted in monitoring about 58 schools in the Metro Manila in their implementation of their solid waste management programs in support for the Model Schools Awards that were given during the Solid Waste Management Summit
Coordinated the “Bawas Balot, Bawas Basura, Para sa Malinis na Estero Program in different markets nationwide
In Metro Manila entered into EMB Memorandum of Agreement with 17 markets from Makati, Quezon City, Manila and San Juan
Assisted in the conduct of a Coastal Clean Up in different esteros in the country

Support to Environmental Impact Assessment Initiatives

Conducted a seminar on Environmental Impact Assessment to the Board Members of the local government of Taguig
Coordinated the preparation of script for the video documentary on Environmental Impact Statement system with the Philippine Information Agency

Support to the Environmental Management System (EMS) Initiatives

Initiated the conduct of the contest on the “Best Performing and Most Organized EMB-EMS Program Team for 2005”
Coordinated the conduct of the following EMS related-seminars: a. 12 seminars for EMB employees; b. 2 seminars for EMB supplies and contractors towards Green Procurement; c. 1 seminar for EMB janitors and security guards; d. a seminar each on Water Conservation, Energy Management, Use of Biodiesel, and Preventive Maintenance of Vehicles for Cleaner Air and Cost Savings, Chemical Policies and Management, Solid Waste Management
With the UP Open University, produced EMS twin drop banners on the EMB’s EMS programs, in five strategic sites at the EMB, and a billboard beside the EMB AQMTC Building

Support to Cross-cutting Environmental Management/Education concerns of EMB

Preparation of media releases which saw print in national and regional newspapers
Conducted the 10th National Senior Educators’ Conference in Environmental Protection and Management in Tagaytay City
Continuously updated the National Environmental Education Action Plan for Sustainable Development
Conducted four batches of trainings for teachers in various universities and colleges nationwide for the Civic Welfare Training Service of the National Service Training Program
Conducted monitoring of different colleges and universities in the country regarding their integration of the Environment and Natural Resources Modules in the Civic Welfare Training Programs
Produced Newsletter for Tertiary Environmental Education (2000 copies)
Undertook several environmental exhibitions for various celebrations such as the Earth Day, Philippine Environment Month, National Disability Month, Consumer Welfare Month, Clean Air Month, among others
With the UP Open University, conducted trainings for selected EMB Central and Regional Environmental Education and Information Sections on Public Speaking, Technical Writing, Video Production

Support to Initiatives in Addressing Climate Change, and Clean Development Mechanism

Conducted workshops for the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Secretariat together with the Institute of Global Environmental Strategies of Japan
Conducted a one-day seminar on Greenhouse Gas Protocol at the Dusit Hotel
Conducted a two-day National Capacity Self-Assessment Action Planning Workshop in Subic
Initiated the signing of the Implementing Arrangement for the Study on Capacity Building to promote CDM with the Japanese International Cooperative Agency
Lobbied for the designation of the DENR as the Designated National Authority for Clean Development Mechanism (CDM)
Coordinated the multi-stakeholder consultation processes for the signing of the DENR Administrative Order No. 2005-17 which elaborates the guidelines and procedures for the screening and evaluation of CDM project activities to be implemented in the country
Reviewed various CDM projects for processing
Produced instructional calendar on “Beat the Heat! Let’s Work for a Safer Climate”

2004 MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS

In support to information and education on the Clean Water Act (Republic Act No. 9275)

Produced 4,000 copies of 7-page instructional poster calendar on the Clean Water Act (“Save Water…Save Lives”) for dissemination to various water-related institutions, schools, local government units, NGOs, EMB Regional Offices and other stakeholders
Produced 15,000 copies each of Environmental Information Sheets on the Clean Water Act (in English and Filipino versions)
Co-organized, with the World Bank, on-the-spot poster making and essay writing contests on “Save Water…Save Lives… last March 2004, for high school students of Metro Manila and the nearby provinces
Assisted in the preparation of press releases, and technical working group meetings, for the Advocacy and Communication Plan for the Manila Bay Environmental Management Project

In support to information and education on the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act (Republic Act No. 9003)

With the Miriam College under the SWARM Plan (Solid Waste Reduction Master Plan for Metro Manila), completed conduct of one-day trainings on ecological solid waste management for school, administrators and solid waste management focal persons for all public elementary and high schools in Metro Manila
Produced with Bantay Kalikasan, two 60-seconder television plugs on “School Solid Waste Management”, and “Kaya, Mag-segregate Na!”
Produced 100 reels of 60-seconder movie plugs on “Mag-MRF Tayo,” 25 of which were shown at various SM cinemas in Metro Manila, and at least 14 different provincial cinemas from November-December 2004 (e.g. SM Dasmarinas; Robinsons Place Dasmarinas; SM Batangas City; Sta Lucia East (Cainta), Robinsons Metro East (Cainta); SM Lucena City; IAL Theter, Ormoc, Leyte; Cosmos Cinema, Tacloban City, Leyte; Cinema II, Calbayog City, Western Samar; Ester Cinemas, Maasin City, Southern Leyte; KCC Cinema, Koronadal City; Fitmart Cinematrix Koronadal City; KCC Mall of Gensan, General Santos City)
Produced souvenir program, and assisted in the conduct of the Nationwide Search on Model Barangay on Eco-Waste Management System, with awarding ceremonies held last August 2004 in Malacanang Palace
Produced 15,000 copies each of Environmental Information Sheets on the following titles: Managing our Solid Waste: Introduction to the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act; Composting; Recycling; Bawasan ang Basurang Itinatapon! Mag-Segregate; Mag Bawas Balot, Bawas Basura Tayo
Spearheaded during the National Clean-up Month Celebration last September 2004; the “Bawas Balot, Bawas Basura” campaign for 10 wet markets and commercial establishments, as follows: Farmers’ Market, Cubao; Calapan and Victoria Public Market, Mindoro; Hermoville Satellite Mart, Naga City; Dasmarinas Public Market; Imus Public Market, Cavite; Tacloban City Supermarket; Langihan Public Market, Butuan City; Cabanatuan City Terminal, Nueva, Ecija; Carbon Public Market, Cebu City

In support to information and education on the Clean Air Act (Republic Act No. 8749)

Produced 15,000 copies each of Environmental Information Sheets on the following titles: Cleaning the Air is Everyone’s Concern: Do your Share; Air Quality Monitoring in the Metro Manila Airshed; Air Pollution; Polusyon sa Hangin; Alternative Fuels: A Key to Reducing Air Pollution;
Bio-Medical Wastes and Incineration: The Burning Issues
Produced 4,000 copies of vehicle bumper stickers on “Bantay Tambutso Ako…Sasakyan Ko…Alaga Ko”
Spearheaded the “Bantay-Ulan” Project, an acid rain monitoring project among selected elementary schools in Metro Manila and the nearby provinces
Produced one tarpaulin drop banner (3” x 6”) on Clean Air Act Milestone in 2004, for exhibition purposes
Produced 4,000 copies of the First National Air Quality Status Report 2002
Produced 5,000 copies of brochures on “Milestones in Clean Air Act Implementation” (May 2004)
Produced 5,000 copies of brochures on Towards Cleaner Air” (May 2004)
Assisted the Linis Hangin program launch last November 8, 2004 at the People Power Monument in EDSA, Quezon City
Partnered with 13 malls nationwide, for intensified campaign on anti-smoke belching with public utility vehicle terminals in the respective malls: SM Megamall in Ortigas; Sta. Lucia East, Rizal; Robinson’s Dasmarinas, Cavite; New City Commercial Center in Puerto Princesa; SM City in Baguio; LandCo Pacific Mall in Bitano, Legaspi City; SM City Mandurriao, Iloilo; Ayala Center in Cebu City; Tacloban City Shopping Center; Ormoc Centrum; KCC Mall of Marbel in Koronadal City; Otis Supermarket and Gaisano Mall in Butuan City; MINDPRO Mall in Zamboanga City
Participated in the forum on monitoring air quality in Metro Manila, spearheaded by the Clean Air Initiatives – Asia (ADB) with a presentation on “Communicating the Results of Air Quality Monitoring in Metro Manila”

In support to information and education on the Toxic Chemicals and Hazardous Waste Management Act (Republic Act No. 6969)

Produced 15,000 copies each of Environmental Information Sheets on the following titles: An Overview: Management of Toxic Chemicals; Toxic and Hazardous Waste Management; Introduction to Republic Act No. 6969; Philippine Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances; Registration of New Chemicals; The POPs Issue and Effects to Human Health
Assisted in the final editing of newsletters of the Philippine Ozone Desk
Assisted in the airing of television and radio plugs on Persistent Organic Pollutants

In support to information and education on the Environmental Impact Assessment System Law

Produced 15,000 copies of Environmental Information Sheet on “Balancing Economic Growth and Environmental Protection: The Environmental Impact Statement System”

In support to information and education on Environmental Management System (EMS)

Produced promotional materials on EMS (via bulletin boards, stickers and signages, EMB website and intranet, information sheets, promotional mugs, and multi-media presentation during EMB’s ISO 14001 Awarding ceremonies)
Spearheaded EMS-related contests for EMB employees: Search for the Cleanest and Most Organized EMB Office Contest; Call for Innovative EMS Ideas; Search for the Most Active and Dynamic EMB EMS Program Team
Completed a Communicators’ Training Manual on Basic EMS, Pollution Prevention/Cleaner Production
Conducted EMS-related seminars for EMB employees (e.g. EMS orientation and updates, emergency preparedness and response; paper conservation) and external stakeholders

In support to cross-cutting environmental education

Completed with a national network of universities and colleges (PATLEPAM), environmental modules for use in the 6-unit course on Civic Welfare Training Service, as an option to the R.O.T.C. subject, under the National Service Training Program Law implementation
Completed with a national network of universities and colleges (PATLEPAM), course modules on eco-industrial development, for teaching in tertiary education, and as part of continuing education program for industry practitioners
On dissemination and further consultation on the Updated National Environmental Education Action Plan (NEEAP) for Sustainable Development for 2005 to 2014 as part of the Philippine contributions to the United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (2005-2014)
Developed a brochure on the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable and uploaded in the EMB website
Developed an expanded write-up on the NEEAP for Sustainable Development (2005-2014)
Produced 15,000 copies of Environmental Information Sheet on the NEEAP for Sustainable Development (2005-2014)
Disseminated and further consulted on the updated NEEAP for Sustainable Development to about 1,200 individuals representing institutions comprising of the following: elementary, high school and university teachers nationwide (1000); Community and Provincial Environment Officers (CENROs and PENROs) of DENR nationwide (40); information officers and environmental quality personnel of the EMB nationwide (35); multi-stakeholder senior officials of the Philippine Council for Sustainable Development (50), and members of its Sub-Committee on Information and Education (25); Youth leaders to the YSDA training (30); Non-formal environmental educators from government and civil society (20)
Developed a tagline on the UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (DESD) and uploaded in the EMB website, and for inclusion in various EMB publications, at the central and regional offices, and the various member-institutions of the PCSD Sub-Committee on Information and Education
Included topic on the UNDESD and Moving the Tertiary Education Sector for the DESD for the Senior Educators’ Annual National Conference (September 29-30, 2004), with Ambassador Preciosa Soliven, UNESCO Secretary-General for the Philippines, as one of the speakers. Regional Action Plans on Tertiary Environmental Education for Sustainable Development for 2005-2014 were likewise drawn up with universities and colleges nationwide.
Prepared press releases (which appeared in national newspapers) on various aspects of environmental management
Produced exhibit about EMB, and undertook various exhibitions on environmental management concerns before various audiences on numerous special events

In support to information and education on the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the Kyoto Protocol

Conducted “Intensive Training on Clean Development Mechanism” for selected staff of the EMB Central and Regional Offices, and DENR Central Office
Conducted Capacity Development Activities for Clean Development Mechanism for various stakeholders
Lobbied for the designation of the DENR as the National Authority for Clean Development Mechanism
Formulated the Draft Implementing Rules and Regulations for the National Approval Process of the Clean Development Mechanism – National Authority
Philippines was designated by the UNFCCC Secretariat and the Conference of Parties as co-chair of the contact group on Non-Annex 1 Countries’ National Communication, negotiating the submission of the second national communication and where appropriate, third national communication
Negotiated the nomination of the Philippine expert to the “Consultative Group of Experts to the UNFCCC”
Strengthened networking and partnerships with international organizations (i.e. UNFCCC, IGES Japan, UNEP, etc.) and local organizations and institutions (youth, academe, NGOs, civil society, etc.) as well as private sector groups/institutions for environmental management
Produced 15,000 copies each of Environmental Information Sheets on the following titles: The Clean Development Mechanism under Kyoto Protocol; What Can We Do About Climate Change; The Earth is a Greenhouse

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