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Zamboanga Sibugay Opens its Curtains to the World in celebration of the World Wetlands Day 2025
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), through its Biodiversity Management Bureau (BMB), leads the national celebration of the World Wetlands Day (WWD) 2025 in the province of Zamboanga Sibugay on February 2, 2025. This extends the formal announcement of two additional sites in the Ramsar List during the 10th Asian Wetland Symposium (AWS10)…
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Two new PH Wetlands of International Importance named
The Philippines now has 10 Wetlands of International Importance with the designation of the Sibugay Wetland Nature Reserve (SWNR) in Zamboanga Sibugay and the Del Carmen Mangrove Reserve (DCMR) in Siargao Island Protected Landscape and Seascape (SIPLAS) as the 9th and 10th “Ramsar Site” of the Philippines, respectively. The announcement came after the Ramsar Convention…
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BMB kicks off 18-day campaign to end violence against women
The Biodiversity management Bureau kicks of the 18-day campaign to end violence against women. The campaign, which runs from 25 November to 12 December 2024, aligns with the Philippine Government’s national efforts and international advocacy to combat violence and promote women’s health and well-being. This year’s campaign, which coincided with the 20th anniversary of Republic Act…
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Roots of Strength: Ayta Women Protecting Ancestral Lands and Traditional Knowledge in Zambales
In one of Cabangan, Zambales’ ancestral domains, a story of adaptability, cultural preservation, and women’s leadership unfolds, centering on the Ayta indigenous peoples and their steadfast female leaders. These women serve as environmental stewards and guardians of traditional knowledge, guiding their communities toward a sustainable future. Teresa Dela Cruz, a 58-year-old Maporac Ayta leader, is…
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Planning together for stronger, more sustainable Biodiversity-Friendly Enterprises
“We can collectively provide the right guidance for the successful implementation of Biodiversity-Friendly Enterprises. We can contribute to a broader landscape of conservation efforts and sustainability, ensuring that our protected areas and communities thrive.” Standing proud and firm, For. Arminda P. Andres, the BMB OIC Assistant Director and the Chair of the Biodiversity-Friendly Enterprise (BDFE)…
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BMB hosts Learning Event on Regulatory Impact Assessment
Critical to biodiversity conservation is the formulation of policies and guidelines for protecting and managing ecosystems and the wildlife resources therein. To strengthen this endeavor, the Biodiversity Management Bureau-Biodiversity Policy and Knowledge Management Division (BMB-BPKMD) hosted a two-day Learning Event (LE) on Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA). The LE oriented and capacitated the participants on the…
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A United Stand for Philippine Biodiversity
The DENR-BMB successfully held the National Consultation on the Updating of the Philippine Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (PBSAP) at Taal Vista Hotel, Tagaytay City last August 6-7, 2024. The event brought together approximately 188 participants from various sectors, including civil society organizations (CSOs), national government agencies (NGAs), academic institutions, the private sector, indigenous peoples,…
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A Eulogy for Dr. Robert “Bob” Kennedy
Dr. Robert “Bob” Kennedy, a renowned ornithologist, a dear Philippine eagle champion and fellow wildlife conservationist, left behind a legacy that transcends mere achievements for his contributions to biodiversity. His life devoted to his love for birds was a testament to his unwavering passion, tireless dedication, and boundless compassion. Bob’s love for the Philippine eagle…
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Takbo ng Pag-asa: Para sa Kagubatan at Agila
2024 marks the 26th year of the Philippine Eagle Week where we pay tribute to a national symbol, a true icon of Philippine biodiversity. With its estimated population at 392 pairs in the archipelago, the alarming rate at which this bird is retrieved or rescued counts shooting and hunting as its common denominator. The wanton…
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International Day for Biological Diversity 2024: Seizing the Philippines’ momentum for The Biodiversity Plan
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), through its Biodiversity Management Bureau (BMB), will lead the national celebration of the International Day for Biological Diversity (IDBD) on May 22, 2024 at the Mind Museum in Taguig City. With the theme “Be Part of the Plan,” the national celebration will center on advancing the implementation…
