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Jun 01, 2026

34TH PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT MONTH

34TH PROVINCIAL ENVIRONMENT MONTH

June is Green Month in Negros Occidental! Get ready for a month-long celebration of action, advocacy and adventure as we mark the 34th Provincial Environment Month with the theme “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future."From sports to ceremonies, cleanups to competitions and learning to leadership—June 2026 is packed with activities that bring together our LGUs, partners and communities in protecting and celebrating our environment. Full details and mechanics of each activity will be posted here—so stay tuned, stay ready and stay involved!Because saving the environment isn’t a one-day event…it’s a full-month commitment (and yes, sometimes with a little sweat, mud and teamwork).Schedule of activities are subject to change without prior notice.#34thProvincialEnvironmentMonth#InspiredByNatureForClimateForOurFuture#PEMO#NegrosOccidentalGreenAgenda

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Jun 23, 2026

₱1,316M Turned Over to CPSU; 1,500 Seedlings Planted at Project TANOM Site

₱1,316M Turned Over to CPSU; 1,500 Seedlings Planted at Project TANOM Site

The Provincial Government of Negros Occidental, through the Provincial Environment Management Office (PEMO), turned over a ₱1,316,800 cheque to Central Philippines State University (CPSU) to support the development and maintenance of the Project TANOM site.Following the turnover, a total of 1,500 Philippine native and fruit tree seedlings were planted at CPSU-Kabankalan as part of the implementation of Project TANOM (Tanom Aksyon Negros Occidental on Mission), one of the key activities of the 34th Provincial Environment Month celebration.The activity brought together representatives from HRMO, OPA, PHO, Provincial Accounting Office, Provincial Veterinary Office, Budget Office, NOMPAI, NICE, the Philippine Army, PEMO, PMD, RSD and OSS in a shared effort to advance reforestation and environmental conservation initiatives in Negros Occidental.Project TANOM continues to strengthen collaboration among government offices, academic institutions, people’s organizations, and environmental partners in promoting tree-growing and ecosystem restoration across the province.Each tree planted today is a step toward a greener and more resilient Negros Occidental.Abanse Negrense!

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Jun 21, 2026

1ST ABANSE NEGRENSE ECORUN

1ST ABANSE NEGRENSE ECORUN

June 21, 2026 | Provincial Capitol Lagoon and Par5k | 5:00 AM

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Jun 13, 2026

1ST ABANSE NEGRENSE ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE

1ST ABANSE NEGRENSE ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE

June 13-14, 2026

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Jun 05, 2026

JUNE 5, 2026 | WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

JUNE 5, 2026 | WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

8:00 AM | Thanksgiving Mass9:00 AM | Opening Ceremony: 34th Provincial Environment Month with Guest Speaker Mr. Lloyd Cameron, Economic and Climate Counselor, UK Embassy Manila10:00 AM | 2nd ENROlympics Environmental Quiz1:30 PM | 2nd KapitAlam Environmental Quiz

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Mar 25, 2026

People's Organizations (POs) Call for Nominations

People's Organizations (POs) Call for Nominations

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS! In line with our continuing efforts to recognize and promote outstanding initiatives in environmental protection, sustainable livelihood and community development, we are pleased to announce the Search for: Tag Amlig Sang Kabukiran Awards Baganihan Sang Kadagatan Awards Outstanding Integrated Social Forestry (ISF) Farmers Deadline of Submission: April 17, 2026 Submit to: Provincial Environment Management Office (PEMO) Email (for online submissions): pemopmd@gmail.com Required Documents:• Nomination Form• Evaluation Criteria For inquiries, contact:• Ms. Luisa G. Tutor – 0939-927-4254 (Tag Amlig Sang Kabukiran & ISF Farmers)• Ms. Vanessa T. De Dios – 0961-203-3302 (Baganihan Sang Kadagatan)Let us work together in recognizing and celebrating individuals and organizations that champion sustainable development and environmental stewardship in our communities. Abanse Negrense!

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Mar 28, 2026

2026 EARTH HOUR

2026 EARTH HOUR

𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 2026 | 12 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘁 Guided by the call to action “𝘾𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙀𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨, 𝘾𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙣 𝙀𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙗𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨”, this year’s celebration brings together communities, institutions, and advocates to support practical and locally driven solutions for energy and climate challenges.From 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, participants will engage in activities that promote 𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮-𝙡𝙚𝙙 𝙚𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣. The celebration also encourages stronger collaboration among students, local leaders, civil society organizations, academic institutions, and partner agencies in advancing sustainable energy practices.Earth Hour is more than a symbolic switch-off. It is a collective opportunity to take meaningful steps toward responsible energy use and long-term environmental stewardship.We invite everyone to join and take part in this shared commitment to a more sustainable future.

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Mar 03, 2026

World Wildlife Day

World Wildlife Day

From the shy Visayan Spotted Deer roaming our forests, the striking Rufous-headed Hornbill and Visayan Tarictic Hornbill soaring above the canopy, the elusive Visayan Leopard Cat, the gentle Negros Bleeding-heart Pigeon, to the majestic Philippine Sailfin Lizard by our rivers — the Negros–Panay Islands are home to wildlife found nowhere else on Earth.

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Ecological Census

Biodiversity Database

Discover the richness of life forms found in Negros Occidental — from majestic animals to vibrant plants.

Fauna
Kingdom Animalia

Fauna of Negros Occidental

Negros Island is home to a remarkable variety of animal species, many of which are endemic. Its diverse ecosystems provide habitats for hundreds of terrestrial vertebrates.

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Flora
Kingdom Plantae

Flora of Negros Occidental

Historically covered by lush forests, Negros still sustains an incredible diversity of plant life. Discover the native vegetation that thrives in our mountains and lowlands.

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Others
Marine & Fungi

Other Living Organisms

From the depths of the Tañon Strait to freshwater lakes, discover the rich aquatic and marine biodiversity including coral reefs, fungi, and invertebrates.

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Our Mandate

Core Divisions

Directory

Local Conservation Areas

NOCWCA (RAMSAR SITE)

Multiple LGU
Established

SOUTHERN CAUAYAN MUNICIPALITY FOREST WATERSHED RESERVE (SCMFWR)

Municipality of Cauayan
Established

HULAO-HULAO MARINE RESERVE

Municipality of Cauayan
Established

DANJUGAN ISLAND MARINE RESERVE AND SANCTUARY

Municipality of Cauayan
Established

Mt. Malipantao LCA

Municipality of Cauayan
On Process

CANDONI LCA

Municipality of Candoni
Established

CADIZ CITY MANGROVE RESERVE

Cadiz City
Established

MANALIMSIM MARINE ECOSYSTEM AND ECO-TOURISM SITE

Municipality of Hinoba-an
Established

OBONG LCA

Municipality of Hinoba-an
Established

BOLILA ISLAND MANGROVE ECO-TOURISM PARK & WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Municipality of Hinoba-an
Established

DA-AT WATERSHED

Himamaylan City
Established

BALICAOCAO

Kabankalan City
Established

TAGOC

Kabankalan City
Established

SALONG

Kabankalan City
Established

ORINGAO

Kabankalan City
Established

TABUGON

Kabankalan City
Established

CAMINGAWAN

Kabankalan City
Established

CAROL-AN

Kabankalan City
Established

INAPOY

Kabankalan City
Established

LOCOTAN

Kabankalan City
Established

BALARING MANGROVE RESERVE

Silay City
Established
PEMO
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Lacson Street, Bacolod City,
Negros Occidental, 6100

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