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DENR 6, GWC ink MOA for Guimaras’ sustainable future

ILOILO CITY (PIA) - - The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Region 6 and Guimaras Wind Corporation (GWC) recently sealed a pact that would ensure a sustainable environment for the future generations of Guimarasnons.

The Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing was attended by DENR 6 Regional Executive Director Livino B. Duran, DENR Guimaras Provincial ENR Officer Edgardo M. Rostata and GWC officials led by Mr. Gabino Ramon E. Mejia, the President and Chief Executive Officer at the Amihan Learning and Training Center of GWC located at Barangay M. Chavez, San Lorenzo, Guimaras on July 14, 2022.  Other GWC offials are Plant Operation Assistant Vice President Richardson C. de los Santos  and Plant Manager Engr. Edwin L. Gallego. 

Under the MOA, GWC shall adopt the 176 hectares within the existing Enhanced National Greening Program (ENGP) area in the Municipality of San Lorenzo, Guimaras for a term of three years.

During the period, they will develop the area to turn it into an arboretum where native trees and bamboos shall be grown.

“Guimaras is currently a developing province, attracting many foreigners and tourists with its beautiful resources and ecotourism destinations. The proposed Panay-Guimaras bridge will soon be constructed and we are looking at the onset of more investments and more assets for the Province that will help uplift

the economic status of Guimarasnons,” said Duran in his message.

DENR PENRO Guimaras was very grateful for the partnership and collaboration of GWC as they signified their willingness to contribute to the greening efforts of the Department through its Ridge to Reef Conservation Program, extending their financial support as part of their corporate social responsibility program. (JBG/DENR 6/laf-PIA-Iloilo/Photos courtesy of DENR6)

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