Provincial Assessor's Office SWM

EMPOWERING EDUCATORS: KaSEs TRAIN FOR SMARTER WASTE SOLUTIONS

The Provincial Environment Management Office (PEMO), through its Solid Waste Management Division, conducted a one-day training session for members of the Kapitolyo Solid Waste Management Educators (KaSE) on Proper Waste Classification and Effective Conduct of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) Campaigns last August 5, 2025, at the Mambukal Resort and Wildlife Sanctuary in Murcia.

Distinguished guest speakers included Engr. Victor Thomas Ureta of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources – Environmental Management Bureau (DENR-EMB), who shared valuable insights on the role and importance of IEC in solid waste management.

Alfie Nalagon, Friends of Hope Negros Occidental Coordinator for the Aling Tindera Program—a social enterprise focused on community-based waste collection and recycling—discussed strategies on becoming an effective IEC resource speaker.

Meanwhile, Sheelamite Labrador, also from DENR-EMB, provided an in-depth discussion on educating the public about Republic Act 9003, the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000, which mandates proper segregation, collection, and disposal of solid waste.

KaSE participants were introduced to the fundamentals of IEC and Social Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)—tools designed not just to inform, but to inspire sustainable behavioral change in waste management practices.

A highlight of the training was the practical workshop, where participants were grouped and tasked with designing and presenting their own IEC plans based on the concepts learned. This hands-on activity allowed them to apply their knowledge and enhance their communication and facilitation skills.

The PEMO Solid Waste Management Division expressed its gratitude to Governor B**g Lacson, Chairman of the Provincial Solid Waste Management Board; Provincial Administrator Atty. Rayfrando Diaz II, Chairman of the Barangay Kapitolyo SWM Task Group; and PEMO Head Atty. Julie Ann Bedrio for their continued support.

The training was facilitated by PMD-SWM Unit Leader Sheila Joan Bautista, together with unit members Ria Dada and Rodolfo Sapalo.*

4TH QUARTER PROVINCIAL CAPITOL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT - TASK GROUP AND KaSE MEETING AT FTMON, BACOLOD CITY.

TOP 10 BEST KaSE COMPLIANT WITH R.A. 9003 YEAR III for the second time around😍THANK YOU EVALUATORS FOR THIS RECOGNITION 🤩 and Congratulations to all the KaSE who made it to the TOP 10🥰

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🎶 𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐮𝐲𝐨𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐬𝐚 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐢𝐲𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒: 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢 𝐉𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞-𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭! 🎶

Unleash your creativity and make some noise for the planet! 🌎🍃

This coming November, as we celebrate the National Environmental Awareness Month, the DENR-EMB Region VII brings to you this exciting Envi-Jingle Making Contest! 🎶💚

Whether you’re a solo artist, a band, or a group of friends who have a knack for catchy tunes, we want to hear your original jingles that inspire environmental awareness and have a chance to win great prizes! 🤩🤩🤩

Submit your jingle and let your voice be heard! Let’s jingle for a cleaner tomorrow! 💚🍃🌏

See full mechanics below ⬇️⬇️⬇️ or click this link: https://shorturl.at/XN5ig

Mechanics and Guidelines

1. The contest is open to all music enthusiasts and bona fide residents of Central Visayas. No age limit.

2. Employees from EMB, DENR, MGB and attached Offices are disqualified from joining the contest.

3. Contestants may join individually or in a group.

4. Only one (1) entry per participant/registrant is allowed.

5. To join the contest, participants must like the EMB Central Visayas FB page and EMB Central Visayas YouTube Channel first and take a screenshot as proof. Send to us the screenshots along with their valid ID which shows their complete name and complete address. Moreover, the registrant must type in and send the details as shown below:

*𝐄𝐌𝐁 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐕𝐈𝐈’𝐬 𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢-𝐉𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭*
Complete Name:
Complete Address:
Age:
S*x:
Mobile Number:
***𝙉𝙤𝙩𝙚: 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙞𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣 𝙜𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙥, 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙝𝙞𝙨/𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨. 𝙏𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚 𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙯𝙚𝙨.

6. All registrants will be accommodated until the deadline of submission of entries. However, only the 𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝟏𝟎 entries will be eligible for the prizes.

7. The jingle must be 100% original composition and must not have been used as entry in any song competitions.

8. The jingle must:
•be at least 3 minutes long but not exceeding 5 minutes including intro and outro.
•be lively, appealing, creative, danceable with original melody to the song.
•relate to environmental protection and conservation.
•be in Bisaya or Tagalog or a combination of the two. The use of offensive and rude words is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
•include in the lyrics the phrase: “Bayanihan para sa Kalikasan/Kalikupan”, and our region’s name, “Central Visayas”.
•Gender-fair language should be used all throughout the song.

9. Any musical instrument can be used as accompaniment at the composer’s discretion.

10. Entries shall be submitted in MP4 Format and as a Lyric Video and must be submitted to [email protected] with the subject “Entry for EMB-7 Duyog para sa Kalikupan 2024 Contest”.

11. The Judging for the major prizes will be based solely on the total composition of the envi-jingle. However, there will be a special prize for best lyric video. Sources of the video clips, if not originally made, should be credited at the outro part.

12. Deadline of submission of entries shall be on November 21, 2024.

13. All entries will then be posted in our page on the afternoon of November 22, 2024. The organizing team will then tally the number of like/heart reactions for each entry on November 25, 2024 at 10 a.m.

14. Announcement of winners will be posted in EMB Region 7 FB Page on November 27, 2024.

15. The decision of the judges shall be final and irrevocable. DENR-EMB Region VII reserves the right to disqualify any entry that fails to adhere to the guidelines. The Office may also amend the competition rules at any time with proper information dissemination to all participants.

16. All entries to this “Duyog Para sa Kinaiyahan 2024 Contest” shall become the property of DENR-EMB7. This grants the Bureau the right to use the submitted materials in its activities, crediting the copyright owners.

17. Cash Prizes will be sent through GCash ONLY.

𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐙𝐄𝐒
Champion - ₱12,000.00
2nd Place - ₱10,000.00
3rd Place - ₱8,000.00
Best Lyric Video - ₱3,000.00
Most Liked Entry - ₱1,500.00
Entry/Consolation Prize - ₱2,000.00

𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢 𝐉𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞): 𝟏𝟎𝟎%
•Lyric Content - 40%
(Originality, clarity of message, language and phrasing)

•Composition - 30%
(catchy melody, lively music, rhythm and recall)

•Creativity - 30%
(Use of Structure, Instruments and vocals)

𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐉𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 (𝐋𝐲𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨): 𝟏𝟎𝟎%
•Synchronization - 25%
(Timing and Transition between lines)

•Readability - 25%
(Font Choice, Size and Spacing, Contrast)

•Visual Design - 30%
(Background, Color Scheme, Visual Effects)

•Technical Quality - 20%
(Resolution, Smoothness of Animation, Consistency)

As we confront the impacts of Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, we’re reminded of the urgent need for climate action. Events like this underscore the links between climate change and extreme weather, affecting our communities and ecosystems.

On this International Day of Climate Action, let's recognize our shared responsibility. By adopting sustainable practices—reducing waste, conserving energy, and supporting renewable resources—we can make a difference.

Let’s unite for a healthier planet! 🌍🌱

Get to know the Philippine Cockatoo - a threatened endemic bird species!

Common Name: Red-vented cockatoo
Scientific Name: Cacatua haematuropygia
Local Names:
“Abukay” (Pilipino)
“Kalangay” (Tagalog)
“Katala” (Visayan)
Conservation Status: Critically Endangered (IUCN, 2017)

Habitat: Forest (lowland & riverine), mangrove forest, forest edges, and open fields

Known distribution: Currently known to occur in Palawan, Masbate, and Tawi-tawi

Distinguishing Characteristics:
Male: Black-brown Iris Female: Red-tinted Iris

Threats: Habitat loss and degradation, poaching, and Illegal trade

Have you seen a Philippine cockatoo here in the Province of Aklan?

Share your sightings, photographs, and any relevant information with us! Comment on our page or send a message to Aklan River Watershed Forest Reserve - ARWFR.