Biodiversity Project Links Forests, Aids Wildlife in Kematu, T’boli
Kematu, T’boli, South Cotabato – The Office of the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources (OPENRO) continues to push forward with its flagship initiative, the Biodiversity Corridor Project, aimed at restoring fragmented forest areas within the Allah Valley Protected Landscape (AVPL) and enhancing conservation efforts for the region’s rich wildlife population. A recent activity documented in […]
768-Meter Indigenous Dike Under Construction in Maltana Creek to Prevent Soil Erosion
Tampakan, South Cotabato — A 768-meter indigenous dike is currently under construction along the Maltana Creek in Barangay Maltana, part of an ongoing environmental and disaster risk reduction initiative designed to prevent further soil erosion in the area. The dike, which spans both sides of the creek, utilizes locally sourced bamboo poles and twigs — […]
Small-Scale Miners Registration and Skills Training Conducted in T’boli, South Cotabato
T’boli, South Cotabato — In line with the observance of Environment Month 2025, the Office of the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Officer (OPENRO) spearheaded a Small-Scale Miners Registration and Skills Training on June 10, held at the Municipal Gymnasium in Poblacion, T’boli, South Cotabato. Carrying the national theme, “Ending Global Plastic Pollution,” the activity […]
OPENRO-FID Kicks Off Environment Month with Series of Community-Driven Activities
South Cotabato — In celebration of Environment Month 2025, the Office of the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Officer – Forest and Inland Division (OPENRO-FID) launched a series of on-the-ground initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability, environmental protection, and community collaboration across the province. The kickoff, held on June 5, was marked by multiple field activities […]
CATCH-UP Convenes 1st Semi-Annual Meeting, Presents PTF-ELCAC Updates
The Convergence Approach for Transformation and Change – Unification Program (CATCH-UP) convened its 1st Semi-Annual Meeting for 2025 on March 22 at Habi Hotel in Koronadal City. The gathering also included progress updates on the Provincial Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (PTF-ELCAC), reaffirming the collaborative commitment of various government and partner agencies […]
CATCH-UP Team Monitors Water System Projects in South Cotabato
The Convergence Approach for Transformation and Change – Unification Program (CATCH-UP) team conducted a series of monitoring visits to several water system projects in South Cotabato on May 19 and 20, 2025. The inspection covered both ongoing and completed projects located in key upland communities, including Sitio Bangkaing in Barangay Edwards, T’boli; Purok Paraiso in Barangay […]
South Cotabato Government Employee Named Regional Winner in Prestigious Civil Service Award
Koronadal City, South Cotabato — A government employee from South Cotabato has earned regional acclaim for his exceptional commitment to public service. Mr. Romel T. Evangelio, Administrative Aide III (Driver I) under the Provincial Government of South Cotabato, has been named a Regional Winner of the Dangal ng Bayan Award in the 2025 Search for […]
Provincial Government of South Cotabato Strengthens CATCH-UP Implementation
Koronadal City, South Cotabato – The Provincial Government of South Cotabato has mobilized resources to accelerate the implementation of its Convergence Approach for Transformation and Change–Unification Program (CATCH-UP), appointing Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer Rolly Doane C. Aquino to spearhead the initiative. Aquino, who brings his background as a registered nurse and extensive […]
OPENRO Facilitates Planning Workshops to Support Barangay Solid Waste Management Plans
SOUTH COTABATO — In a bid to bolster local waste management efforts, the Office of the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Operations (OPENRO) conducted two separate two-day planning workshops aimed at assisting barangays in the development of their respective 5-Year Solid Waste Management (SWM) Plans. The first workshop was held on April 2–3, 2025, in […]
OPENRO South Cotabato Identifies Local Conservation Area for Blue-Tailed Bee-Eater in Banga
BANGA, SOUTH COTABATO — The Office of the Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Officer– Forest and Inland Water Management Division (OPENRO – FID) has officially identified a Local Conservation Area (LCA) for the Blue-tailed bee-eater (Merops philippinus) in Sitio Upper Riverside, Barangay San Jose, Banga, South Cotabato. The identification and monitoring efforts are conducted in […]
