(THE PROVINCIAL GOVERNEMNT OF NORTHERN SAMAR)
CATARMAN, Northern Samar– Northern Samar is taking bold steps to combat the growing challenges of climate crises, pushing for nature-based solutions to build resilient communities during the two-day Environmental Summit 2025 participated by municipal environment and natural resources officers, municipal disaster risk reduction management officers, Sangguniang Kabataan officials, civil society organizations, and provincial environment and natural resources office(PENRO).
The summit, held on Dec.15, and spearheaded by the Provincial Government Environment and Natural Resources Office (PGENRO), centered on crafting Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) such as reforestation, mangrove rehabilitation, and sustainable watershed management as key approaches to protect communities from floods, storms, and soil erosion while promoting biodiversity. Discussions also emphasized the importance of disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, and integrated environmental management, highlighting how NbS can complement broader strategies to safeguard the lives and livelihoods of every Nortehanon.
Key officials were present during the event: Sangguniang Panlalawigan Chairperson on Committee on Environment Arturo T. Dubongco Jr., PDRRMO Officer Rei Josiah A. Echano, CSO Development Alliance of Northern Samar Executive Director Maybelle Camps, UEP College of Science Dean Dr. Anelita M. Obrar, PENRO’s representative Rogelio M. Caparal, Provincial SK Federation President Gerardo Gerard A. Miranda and League of Northern Samar Environment and Natural Resources Officers President Jesus Acebuche.
(THE PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OF NORTHERN SAMAR)
