The Institute of Environmental Governance (IEG) of Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University was awarded by DENR Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (La Union) as one of their Best Environmental Partners for its significant contribution in the successful conservation, management, development and protection of La Union’s environment and natural resources. The awarding ceremony was held at J&V Hotel & Resort, Sevilla, City of San Fernando, La Union on July 4, 2023.

DMMMSU-IEG was established last November 22, 2019 in partnership with Tanggol Kalikasan, Inc. to provide learning services and technical assistance to local governments and people’s organization on environmental governance.

Since its establishment, the Institute implemented environmental governance webinar series for LGU officials, other government personnel and community representatives. From the webinar series, the LGUs formulated and implemented their Area Specific Action Plans (ASAP) which includes mangrove reforestation, production of native trees, tree growing, solid waste management learning sessions and capacity-building of Bantay Dagat members among others.

As for his part, the IEG adviser and extends his thanks to DENR-PENRO La Union for recognizing the efforts of DMMMSU-IEG in promoting environmental sustainability. He further expresses his appreciation to their community partners and Dr. Jaime I. Manuel, Jr., University President, and Dr. Junifer Rey E. Tabafunda for their support intheir activities. (by CJH)