Major revamp looms at DENR
Environment and Natural Resources Secretary Lito Atienza has vowed to “crack the whip” within the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to ensure a more effective and efficient enforcement of environmental laws.
Atienza said a major reorganization of the departments is in the offing and that “key positions will be replaced and vital roles will be redefined.”
“While we have done so much at the DENR, I know that we can do even more. That is why I urge all our employees and personnel to start the year right by redefining themselves for our environment and natural wealth are vital to the country’s economic well-being,” Atienza stressed.
At the same time, Atienza said that the DENR will work more closely with local government units (LGUs) and its “environment partners” like Bantay Kalikasan, EcoWaste Coalition, Mother Earth Philippines and other non-government organizations.
“We (the DENR) will also revitalize our alliance with the Catholic church, Iglesia ni Cristo and other religious groups to intensify public awareness and involvement in environmental protection and the correct management of our country’s rich natural resources,” Atienza pointed out.
He said the DENR’s legal department will further be strengthened to guarantee environmental justice. – Katherine Adraneda
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