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Transformation is a necessary process. We at the Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau (ERDB) continuously reinvent ourselves to walk through the path of making valuable and well-thought research breakthroughs.

For this year, we went through transitions to embark on endeavors that are based on the changing needs of the society. We initially anchored our projects on the formulated National Research and Development Priorities Plan (NRDPP) of the Presidential Coordinating Council for Research and Development (PCCRD). Programs and projects focused on the needs of stakeholders as well as other Environment and Natural

Resources (ENR) sectors on forest management, protected areas and wildlife, environmental management, lands management, mines and geosciences. Given this need, we then came up with five major research, development and extension (RDE) programs – climate change mitigation, climate change adaptation, environment, natural resources, and technology transfer.

The year 2010 became the year of shifting paradigms, realigning concerns, and focusing on the immediate and pressing needs of the people. We felt the need to develop innovative tools and approaches, which can adapt to the growing number of complex and emerging environmental issues. We made ourselves fit into the prestigious role of providing leadership along RDE issues and pursued RDE programs that would backstop the technical needs of the Department as far as the environmental issues are concerned.

It is not that simple and easy and the ERDB has not been alone in this endeavor. The 16 Regional Ecosystems Research and Development Service (ERDS) have been together with ERDB in making these environmental missions a reality. We continuously forged linkages, worked in synergy with other institutions and organizations, and involved more key players in our endeavors. We also extended our technologies to our clients, provided technical assistance, and produced IEC materials that will make more people understand and make use of our research outputs.

The results of hard work and perseverance are mirrored on the 228 projects that were implemented by the ERDB and the ERDS for 2010, 79 of which were completed during the year. For this year, we focused on the emerging issues and problems related to environmental protection and conservation vis-a-vis the economic needs of people who depend on natural resources for their livelihood.

This does not mean we are through at this point; we will continue to expand our research efforts as we explore the greater opportunities and exciting future of 2011. We are looking forward in making bigger strides in our programs and projects. The year 2010 was indeed a success and with the standards that were set, we expect 2011 to be even more productive and dynamic.

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MARCIAL C. AMARO JR., CESO IIIDirector, ERDB

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY X

RDE PROGRAM ON CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION Completed Projects

Vulnerability assessment of priority watersheds 3Determination of carrying capacity of various areas (Protected Areas,Community-Based Forest Management Project and Small Islands)

4

Determination of carrying capacity of Taal Lake 4Development of protocol for rehabilitation technology on coastal,mined-out areas and critical watersheds

5

Development of strategies for the production of quality planting materials 5Adaptation strategies to climate change impacts on the upland and coastal ecosystems 6Documentation and synthesis of information and strategies on mitigation impacts of climate change 7Acid deposition adverse impacts on vegetation and soils in heavily polluted zones of Metro Manila 7Determination of environmental carrying capacity for lake-based aquaculture of Laguna de Bay 8Assessment of tourism carrying capacity of Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park 9

Ongoing ProjectsDetermination of carrying capacity of freshwater lakes (Lake Buhi and Lake Sebu) 10Impacts of climate change on the extent and magnitude of fl ooding andlandslides in selected major watersheds

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Application of rehabilitation technology in mined-out areas usingindigenous species with mycorrhizal inoculation

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Bioecological characteristics of migratory waterbirds at urban andperi-urban wetland in relation to climate change

12

Mangrove-nipa-crab farming technology as alternative livelihood andadaptation strategy to the effects of climate change

13

Rehabilitation strategies and ecotourism development for mined-out andwaste dump areas in Bagacay, Hinabangan, Western Samar

13

Establishment of hydrometeorological stations in NPC-managed watershed reservation 14

RDE PROGRAM ON CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATIONCompleted Project

Survey, inventory and documentation of selected biofuel species 15

Ongoing Projects

Biomass and carbon sequestration of selected mangrove tree taxa 15Carbon stock, biomass and volume assessment of forest plantations in the Philippines 16Assessment of pilot testing of the best practices/schemes for community-basedfuelwood production

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RDE PROGRAM ON ENVIRONMENTCompleted Projects

Developing ecotourism strategies for biodiversity conservation and livelihood opportunities 19Ecological analysis of the Lamao Forest Reserve as ecotourism site forbiodiversity conservation in Bataan, Philippines

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Ongoing ProjectsPromoting biosafety and biosecurity emphasizing on environmental risk/impact assessmentof genetically modifi ed organisms and potentially harmful exotic species

20

Laboratory screening of potential biocontrol bacteria isolated from Marilao and Lapad Rivers 21Recycling of agricultural and forest waste products (DENR Charcoal Briquetting Program) 21Establishment of a wetland water treatment system for Marilao River 22Biodiversity assessment of Pasig River and its tributaries: the ecosystems approach 23

RDE PROGRAM ON NATURAL RESOURCESCompleted Projects

Development of guidelines and criteria for successful earthballing, transportingand transplanting of trees

24

Rationalization of the disposition of pasture and grazing lands in the Philippines 24Socioeconomic and policy assessment of foreshore areas in the Philippines 25Isozyme analysis of forest trees and non-wood forest species 25Determination of possible management options for selected government reforestation projects 25Malapapaya-agroforestry production technology for coconut farms 26Financial analysis of malapapaya [Polyscias nodosa (Blume) Seeman]-coconut agroforestry systems

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Demonstration and application of production and utilization technologies forrattan sustainable development in the ASEAN member countries

27

Silvicultural management practices for the sustained production of quality rattanfor the furniture and handicraft industries

28

Tree domestication strategy using selected indigenous species and mycorrhizal application 29Determination of growth, structure and composition of third growth dipterocarp forest in areas under active Timber License Agreement and/or Industrial Forest Management Agreement

29

Ongoing Projects Generation of appropriate technology for Jatropha-based agroforestry schemes in the uplands 30Development of modifi ed protocols for the enhancement of vesicular-arbuscularmychorrhizal production

31

Growth performance of molave (Vitex parvifl ora Juss) and narra (Pterocarpus indicus Willd.) inoculated with selected Glomus provenances

31

Development and management of pilot bamboo plantation in selected areas in Laguna 32

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ContentsRDE PROGRAM ON TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER

Completed ProjectDetermination of appropriate extension strategies to facilitate adoption of ENR technologies 35

Ongoing ProjectsPackage of ERDB S&T interventions on nursery establishment and propagation of commercial and ornamental bamboo species

35

Technology assessment 36Technology packaging 36IEC materials production 36

Regular publications 36Media releases 37Exhibits 38Environmental education/advocacy 38

Extension Strategies 38Demonstration areas 39Technical assistance 39

Evaluation of utilization of research information or technologies 40Technology Commercialization 40Other activities 40

Trainings and Lectures 40Linkages and Networking 40

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION AND SUPPORT SERVICESManpower Capability 43Staff Development 43Financial Resources 44

SUPPORT TO OPERATIONSGender and Development 47Planning and Reprogramming Activities 48Updating of RDE Framework on ENR 48Consultations, Meetings, Fora and Sectoral Conferences 49Monitoring and Evaluation 50In-House Review 50Proposals and Terminal Reports 51 Data Management 51

Library Services 51Information System 51Laboratory Services 5151

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LIST OF TABLES

NUMBER TITLE PAGES

1.1. Computed carrying capacities of the different attraction sites in Mt. Pulag National Park. 41.2. Computed carrying capacities of the different attraction sites in Mt. Kanlaon National Park. 41.3. Computed carrying capacities of Taal Lake on the number of fi sh cages. 51.4. Successful propagation experiments. 61.5. Number of boats allowed per cruise computed at four levels. 101.6. Characteristics of cage fi sh farm in Lake Buhi (2008 & 2010). 101.7. Regional distribution of priority species. 101.8. Study sites for mangrove biomass and carbon storage. 161.9 Average initial height measurement per treatment of narra and molave seedlings. 32

LIST OF FIGURES

3.1. Permanent staff performing technical and non-technical functions according to degree. 433.2. Distribution of ERDB personnel with BS degree according to discipline. 433.3. Distribution of ERDB personnel with MS degree according to discipline. 433.4. Distribution of ERDB personnel with PhD degree according to discipline. 443.5. Research Sector’s fi nancial resources by major expense class, CY 2010. 44

LIST OF ANNEXES

1.a Summary of completed RDE Programs/Projects as of 2010. 56 1.b. Summary of ongoing RDE Programs/Projects as of 2010. 57

2 Completed studies on the vulnerability assessment of watershed. 593 Trainings conducted on Charcoal Briquetting Technology. 634 Results of the psycho-social interview at Baseco and Delpan riparian areas. 645 Experimental plots established using different soil amelioration and crop combination. 656 Bamboo species planted in the six bamboo nursery sites. 657 List of ERDS’ technology transfer accomplishments. 668 List of trainings and lectures conducted by the Research Sector. 719 List of demonstration areas of the Research Sector. 74

10 List of technical assistance conducted by the Research Sector. 7511 ERDB Monthly Technical Seminar Series for CY 2010. 7712 Linkages, collaborations and networks of the Research Sector, CY 2010. 7813 Foreign trainings, workshops, and seminars attended by the Research Sector. 8314 Local trainings/workshops/seminars attended by ERDB employees. 8415 Membership to scientifi c and technical committees/organizations. 8616 Programs/Projects presented during the in-house review for CY 2010. 86166 Programs/Projjects presentted during the in hous

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For CY 2010, the DENR Research Sector, comprising of the Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau (ERDB) and the regional Ecosystems Research and Development Services (ERDS), aligned its Research, Development and Extension (RDE) programs with the National Research and Development Priorities Plan (NRDPP) on Environment and Natural Resources (ENR) for 2010-2016. The NRDPP for 2010-2016, composed of 10 priority areas which include the ENR, was formulated by the Presidential Coordinating Council for Research and Development (PCCRD). Programs and projects focused on the needs of stakeholders and the other ENR sectors, namely, forest management, protected areas and wildlife, environmental management, lands management, and mines and geosciences.

The Sector implemented projects and related activities under five RDE Programs that include: 1) Climate Change Adaptation; 2) Climate Change Mitigation; 3) Environment; 4) Natural Resources; and 5) Technology Transfer and Extension.

The Climate Change Adaptation RDE Program was intended to generate technologies, information, strategies, and best practices that help communities and biodiversity cope with the effects of climate change. It sought to determine the vulnerabilities of priority watersheds and the carrying capacities of selected ecosystems. It also envisioned to develop effective and efficient methods of rehabilitating mined-out and coastal areas and watersheds, relative to the changing environment and the needs of stakeholders.

The Climate Change Mitigation RDE Program focused on providing information for the reduction of carbon dioxide emission in the atmosphere. The program delved on the inventory and documentation of biofuel species as well as the carbon sequestration capacities of mangrove and forest tree species.

The Environment RDE Program centered on the amelioration of the environment through nonconventional methods such as bioremediation of polluted water bodies, ecotourism, and recycling of agricultural and forest wastes through charcoal briquetting.

The Natural Resources RDE Program focused on the generation of technologies and strategies and the review of policies and instruments for the sustainable utilization of natural resources. The projects under this program determined the factors of environmental protection and conservation vis-a-vis the economic needs of people who depend on natural resources for their livelihood. The Technology Transfer and Extension Program had two major components: Production of IEC Materials featuring information on the management, utilization, protection, and conservation of the country’s environment and natural resources; and the Development of Appropriate Extension Strategies for ENR Technologies. The ERDB prepared the guidelines for implementation and pilot testing of extension and technology transfer schemes for the ERDS. These guidelines included: 1) Technology Assessment Protocol; 2) Selection of Sites and Clientele; and3) Selection of Extension Strategies.

For the year in review, the Research Sector implemented a total of 158 projects, 79 of which were completed. These projects were pursued in consultation with stakeholders. Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) was also conducted in the various stages of project implementation to keep track of the progress and ensure efficient implementation. Technologies generated and pertinent ENR information were packaged to serve as inputs to plans and programs of the different DENR sectors, for policy formulation, and information, education and communication (IEC) campaigns.

As of December 30, 2010, the bureau’s human resources included 171 technical and 131 non-technical personnel. A total of 14 foreign trainings and 16 local trainings were attended by 14 and 24 ERDB staff, respectively. Likewise, ERDS-Region 8 was invited to one international conference while ERDS-CARAGA attended two international trainings.

Continuous manpower development programs were implemented to improve the capacities of the ERDB personnel in terms of RDE implementation, monitoring and evaluation (M&E) and other support systems.

In performing its mandates, the Research Sector operated with a budget from the General Appropriations amounting to PhP 123,495,000.00. The amount was allotted for personnel services and maintenance of operating expenses under general administration and support services, support to operations, and operations .

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Headwaters of San Cristobal River Watershed in Barangay Casili, Cabuyao, Laguna. The

San Cristobal watershed covers areas in Calamba and Cabuyao, Laguna, and some parts of

Tagaytay and Silang, Cavite.

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Vulnerability assessment of priority watershedsDuration: April 2007 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB

This program was envisioned to provide decision makers with data on the natural and anthropogenic hazards in the country’s priority watersheds, critical factors affecting the vulnerability of watersheds to these hazards, and specific measures or interventions to lessen possible damages. It also aimed to develop adaptation strategies and enhance the coping capacity of the area on the effects of climate change.

The program was implemented in different watersheds in the country. The Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau (ERDB) evaluated 47 Vulnerability Assessment (VA) reports of the completed researches conducted by the Ecosystems Research and Development Services (ERDS) in Regions 1, 3, 4B, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, National Capital Region (NCR), and Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR). The results (Annex Table 2) were included in the preparation of the watershed management plans of the Forestry Sector.

The VAs of Bued River and Camcamalog Watersheds in CAR were presented to the Sangguniang Bayan of Tuba, Benguet and Pinukpuk, Kalinga. In Region 10, two VA technical reports (Cugman River and Bubunawan Watersheds) were awarded as the 2nd and 3rd Best Papers during the Northern Mindanao Consortium on Agriculture and Resources Research and Development (NOMCARRD) Annual Regional Symposium.

Along with the VA program, the ERDB organized and conducted the “Asia and the Pacific Symposium on Vulnerability Assessment to Natural and Anthropogenic Hazards” last December 7-10, 2010 at the

Traders Hotel, Manila. With the support from the International Union of Forestry Research Organizations (IUFRO) and the Korea Forest Research Institute (KFRI), the symposium served as a venue for building strong linkages, information exchange, and a workshop for vulnerability assessment proposals. The activity was participated in by 45 local and international researchers, faculty, and scientists from Australia, Bangladesh, China, Fiji Islands, India, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand and the Philippines.

The VA Manual of Priority Watersheds was developed by ERDB based on the VAs that were conducted. This manual serves as a guide for the DENR regional implementers in conducting VA in their jurisdictions.

RDE PROGRAM ON CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION

The vulnerability assessment of the Pudong Watershed within the Upper Amburayan

River Basin in Kapangan, Benguet reveals that it is moderately vulnerable to fire.


Tourist Attraction Site CC/Day PCC/Day RCC/ Day Camp 1 26 26 6

Camp 2 12 12 3

Buslugan 13 13 3

Saddle Camp 103 103 23

Emergency Camp 13 13 1

Pagatpat Camp Site 26 26 6

Determination of carrying capacity of protected areas, Community-Based Forest Management Projects and small islandsDuration: April 2007 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB

This program determined the carrying capacity of priority areas/sites for sustainable resource use, management and biodiversity conservation and protection, livelihood, and ecotourism. The primary concern of the carrying capacity (CARCAP) assessment of Community-Based Forest Management Project (CBFMP) sites focused on the estimation of the total number of families that the CBFMP area can comfortably and productively accommodate. On the other hand, CARCAP assessment of protected areas (PAs) focused on the number of visitors that can be accommodated by the recreation or ecotourism facilities of a particular PA.

Nineteen sites were studied, of which, 10 were protected areas, six CBFM and three Coastal Environment Program (CEP)/small islands. A total of 31 project sites were assessed (10 CBFM sites and 21 PAs).

Assessment of the 10 CBFM sites and 15 of the 21 PAs was completed.

Tables 1.1 and 1.2 show the carrying capacities of Mt. Pulag and Mt. Kanlaon based on park uses/activities. The Manual on CARCAP Assessment for Ecotourism Management in Protected Areas and Sustainable Development of CBFM sites was developed.

Determination of carrying capacity of Taal Lake Duration: August 2009 – June 2010Source of funds: ERDB

This research project determined the optimal number of fish cages, fish pens and other fishing devices that will not damage the ecosystem of the Taal Lake.

Based on the formula developed using the water quality (and its properties) as limiting factor, results showed that the maximum allowable number of fish cages was 5,897. The assumption of the average fish cage size was 100 m2 at a depth of 2 m.

Tourist CC/ CC/ PCC/ PCC/ RCC/ RCC/ Attraction Site Day Annum Day Annum Day Annum

Briefing area in PA office 70 16,940 560 135,520 558 135,036

Ranger station 42 10,164 42 10,164 42 10,164

Camp 2 443 107,206 443 107,206 437 105,754

Camp 3 642 155,364 642 155,354 638 154,396

Summit viewing 77 18,634 77 18,634 77 18,634

Table 1.1. The computed carrying capacities of the different attraction sites in Mt. Pulag National Park.

Table 1.2. The computed carrying capacities of the different attraction sites in Mt. Kanlaon National Park.

RCC/ Day PCC/Day CC/Day Tourist Attraction Site

Legend: CC - Carrying Capacity PCC - Potential Carrying Capacity RCC - Real Carrying Capacity


The number of fish cages in the lake is 235% higher than the recommended CARCAP. The most alarming case is in Talisay wherein the number of fish cages exceeded the recommended CARCAP value by 500%.

The number of fish cages for each municipality and the existing lake area coverage under each municipal jurisdiction was computed using the CARCAP formula (Table 1.3).

Municipality Area Present fi sh Existing number New allocation (km2) cage allocation of fi sh cages based on CARCAP based on PAMB (2009) computation recommendation Agoncillo 0.630 1,500 1,500 1,516

Laurel 0.565 1,360 1,360 1,360

San Nicolas 0.417 1,000 1,000 1,004

Talisay 0.825 2,000 10,000 1,985

Mataas na Kahoy 0.005 120 27 12

Cuenca 0.008 20 0 20

Total 2.450 6000 13,887 5,897

Table 1.3. The number of fi sh cages in Taal Lake using the CARCAP formula.

Development of protocol for rehabilitation technology on coastal, mined-out areas and critical watersheds Duration: April 2007 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB

The program developed appropriate technologies to rehabilitate highly degraded areas, i.e., abandoned mines, eroded areas, mangrove or coastal areas and critical watersheds. Compendia on rehabilitation technologies for the five identified ecosystems were developed. Among the ecosystems covered were:1) mining areas, 2) critical watersheds,3) damaged urban areas, 4) marginal uplands, and 5) damaged coastal areas.

A compendium on rehabilitation of grazing lands was also developed. Selected rehabilitation strategies were pilot-tested in Regions 2 and 6 for critical watersheds, Region 7 for coastal rehabilitation, and Regions 4B and 13 for mining areas.

Development of strategies for the production of quality planting materialsDuration: April 2007 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB

This project aimed to ensure that quality stocks of forest tree species will be planted for biodiversity conservation and rehabilitation purposes.

Three components were pursued. The first component was the Identifi cation, verifi cation and assessment of existing and new seed stand sources. A total of 82 seed sources were identified in various parts of the country. Among the 4,357 trees, 2,497 were located in 41 existing stands and 1,851 in 47 newly identified stands. A total of 88 species were identified under 30 families, 66 were indigenous and 22 were exotic. The project also identified 139 trees and collected 47,766 g of seeds from mother trees in CARAGA.

Aside from being a tourist attraction, Taal Lake serves as a fishing ground for people in

the nearby municipalities.


Propagation Species Method

Cuttings agoho del monte, batikuling, bignai, Cebu cinnamon, dangula, dungon, molave, narek, petroleum nut, toog and taualis (11 species)

Marcots adelfa, balitbitan, kamuning and saraca (4 species)

Wildlings sambulauan (1 species)

Seeds agoho (beach agoho), tangile, banaba, dungon, mamalis, and spotted gum/lemon eucalyptus (6 species)

The second component was the Development of propagation protocols. Seventy propagation experiments were conducted using 53 different species. In the 22 experiments, 21 species were successfully propagated through cuttings, marcots, wildlings, and seeds as shown in Table 1.4.

The third component was the Provenance/progeny testing of indigenous forest tree species. This was conducted in Regions 4A, 7 and 11. ERDS Region 4A established a provenance trial site in Quezon National Forest Park in Atimonan, Quezon using narra provenances from Regions 6, 7, 8, 13 and CAR. Region 7 planted molave provenances from Regions 2, 3, 4A, 7 and 8 in Bilar, Bohol. Region 11 put up a yemane plantation in New Balamban, Tagum City using provenances from Regions 2, 4A, 8 and 11. These two-year old plantation sites were maintained and protected.

Results of the study in Region 7 showed that the best provenance in the molave experimental plantation was from Region 3 with 100% survival and an average total height of 3.80 m and average root collar diameter of 3.20 cm.

Adaptation strategies to climate change impacts on the upland and coastal ecosystems

Duration: March 2008 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB

The program developed and recommended adaptation measures based on the coastal protection, retreat and accommodation strategies of coastal communities against perturbations attributed to climate change.

The research had three components. The first one is about Policy/legislation review relevant to climate change. Relevant Philippine policies, plans and programs on environment and natural resource management and possible impacts relative to climate change were summarized. In consultation with the local government units (LGUs), local ordinances and laws were anchored on Republic Act 9003 also known as the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act pending the crafting and drafting of the Climate Change Act. The second component is Documentation of indigenous coping mechanisms and best practices to climate change. Adaptation strategies observed by the coastal communities were documented and categorized following the United Nations

Table 1.4. Successful propagation methods.

Yemane plantation in New Balamban, Tagum City using provenances from Regions 2, 4A, 8 and 11.


Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) classification of adaptation technologies. These were classified into protect, retreat, and accommodate.

Under the protection strategy, mangrove planting was identified as the best adaptation practice based on the survey conducted in five coastal communities. Whenever coastal perturbation occur, communities retreat, transfer their residence or move to evacuation centers. As for accommodation, communities living in houses with stilt or two-storey houses remain in their residences in times of coastal perturbations.

In the upland ecosystem, household-farmers also experienced the impact of climate change. Household-farmers grapple with prolonged wet season which affects farm management practices particularly the cropping calendar.

The third component is Assessment of the biophysical conditions of upland and coastal ecosystems. Activities undertaken for the assessment of the biophysical conditions of upland and coastal ecosystems were species identification, composition, structure, diversity and abundance. Likewise, geo-reference maps showcasing sea-level rise in the coastal ecosystem were prepared. The floral composition in uplands and benthic population in coastal ecosystem were documented.

Documentation and synthesis of information and strategies on mitigation impacts of climate change

Duration: April 2009 – March 2010Source of funds: ERDB

The project is under the program Mitigation Strategies on Climate Change. It focused on the documentation and synthesis of relevant regional information, experiences, cultural and indigenous practices, research findings, programs or initiatives and successful strategies to mitigate impacts of climate change.

Completed in March 2010, the information was generated using pretested perception survey administered in the identified agencies, institutions, organizations and industries. Data were gathered from Regions 3, 4A, 4B, 6, 7, 8 and NCR. Measures and strategies on climate change mitigation for each region were formulated and integrated regional profiles were prepared.

Results on the level of awareness on climate change and global warming were high among institutions and communities. However, the recognition of imminent dangers and adverse consequences of climate change was low. The low rating was attributed to the fact that climate change mitigation programs are still not in place despite the projected scenario that the Philippines will experience worsening impacts of climate change.

Acid deposition adverse impacts on vegetation and soils in heavily polluted zones of Metro Manila

Duration: May 2009 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB

This project documented the adverse impacts of acid deposition in an urban site like Metro Manila. The research provided scientific basis for future policies intended to provide guidelines on the proper choice of urban species in excessive pollution zones. It identified the acid deposition-sensitive plants in the urban ecosystem

Debarking and weakening health status are evident impacts of acid deposition in most

tree species.


and recognized the ecophysiological effects of acid deposition on plant and soil environment.

Initial outputs include the physical and stomatal functional characteristics of leaf and the sensitivity of species to urban environment. Nine species-sensitivity groupings were developed in terms of morpho-anatomical features. Among the 10 species resistant to acid atmospheric pollutants are golden shower (Cassia fi stula), neem (Azadirachta indica), talisai (Terminalia catappa), kamagong (Diospyros blancoi), bo tree (Ficus religiosa), auri (Acacia auriculiformis), raintree (Samanea saman), yemane (Gmelina arborea), mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla), and agoho (Casuarina equisetifolia).

Determination of environmental carrying capacity for lake-based aquaculture of Laguna de Bay

Duration: January 2010 – March 2011Source of funds: ERDB

The project determined the carrying capacity of Laguna Lake’s fish production and issues besetting Laguna Lake. Based on the results, the total fish pen and fish cage areas (16,884 ha) went beyond the prescribed limit in the Zoning and Management Plan (ZOMAP) which is 15,000 ha. For the last 10 years, water

quality was within the Class C standard for fishery. Initial findings of the study indicated that even with the proliferation of fish pens and fish cages for aquaculture, water quality (e.g., BOD, phosporous, nitrogen, pH, and total coliform) for Class C remains within the standard. Results showed that the volume of fish stocked in a pen/cage went beyond the recommended 60,000/ha. Actual fish stock is 3,000/100 m2 or 300,000/ha, meaning the 17,000 ha fish pens and fish cages were 500% overstocked.

Overstocking has a long-term environmental implication for Laguna Lake such as higher demand for feed, higher wastage, and increased demand for oxygen (BOD). Since only 40% of the feeds were eaten by fish, 60% settles at the bottom. The feed wastes contributed to the increased nutrient loading that led to the lake’s eutrophication.

Overcrowding of fish pens and fish cages also hastens the accumulation of silts and sediments and poor water circulation resulting in the lake water’s turbidity. Turbidity decreases light penetration and photosynthetic activities among aquatic plants. The decrease in photosynthesis also decreases the dissolved oxygen which adversely affects the aquatic fauna.

In 2006, the Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) reported that 33% of Laguna Lake’s pollution came from domestic sources, 29% from agriculture, 27% from industries, and 11% came from aquaculture wastes.

Socioeconomic issues such as marginalization of small fisheries due to the proliferation of illegal fish pens resulted in navigational problems and reduced area for open water fishing. Fishermen going near fish pens were either driven away, harmed or killed.

Based on the above data, ERDB is currently developing a model on the carrying capacity for fish production in Laguna Lake. Fish pens and fish cages in Laguna de Bay.


Assessment of tourism carrying capacity of Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park

Duration: May 2010 – August 2010Source of funds: PCARRD

This study determined the carrying capacity of the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park (PPSRNP) and its ecotourism potential. This was given preferential attention by DOST Secretary Estrella F. Alabastro in compliance to the instruction of then President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.

In computing the tourism carrying capacity of the PPRSNP, the project applied the Limit to Acceptable Change (LAC) theory and Boullon’s mathematical model. Triangulation approach was employed in data gathering using three research methods: 1) survey interviews, 2) observation and actual measurement on the ground, and 3) gathering of secondary data and information.

Initial findings showed that more than half a million tourists visited PPSRNP during the last 10 years (2000-2009), of which, 82% were locals while the rest were foreign nationals.

Among the factors identified in influencing PPSRNP’s tourism carrying capacity were:

• number of hours the river is open for visitors

• number of days in a year the river is closed

• existing area of boat anchorage• number of boatmen• limitation set by the Protected Area

Management Board (PAMB)• condition of existing facilities

The allowable number of boats to cruise around the PPSRNP was obtained using LAC. Summary of tourism carrying capacity at the four levels are shown in Table 1.5.

The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park is one of the most visited national parks and the most important protected areas (PAs) in the Philippines.


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Determination of carrying capacity of freshwater lakes (Lake Buhi and Lake Sebu)

Duration: August 2009 – June 2011Source of funds: ERDB

This project aims to determine the ecological carrying capacity of selected lakes for appropriate development planning and sustainable use. Initial results showed that Lake Buhi in Region 5 is suitable for fish cage production, navigation, recreation, and source of water for irrigation and hydraulic power while Lake Sebu in Region 12 is best for ecotourism.

Lake Buhi’s water quality showed a decrease in dissolved oxygen (DO) from 9.5 ppm (1977-1978) to 5.17 ppm (2009). The DO values are detrimental to fish because of oxygen depletion. Compared to the 5 ppm standard for Class C water quality, both lakes are still favorable for fish growth. The critical water quality parameters for the carrying capacity of lakes are nitrogen (N) and phosphorus (P) which are inversely

related to oxygen concentration in terms of DO or biochemical oxygen demand (BOD).

Different parameters and characteristics of fish cage farms were generated for the computation of carrying capacity of Lake Buhi (Table 1.6). These include drainage area, surface area, lake volume, mean depth, total outflow, flushing rate, water replenishment time, phosphorus retention coefficient, total biomass, total feed, phosphorus content, feed conversion ratio and phosphorus load from feeds. Using the Dillon and Rigler (1974) formula, where [P] is a critical parameter, the computed carrying capacity of the lake is 293.9167 T of fish per year. Results showed that the volume of fish being cultured in the lake exceeded the carrying capacity. The fish production level in 2008 and 2010, respectively, are 8.3540 and 9.8109 times higher than the computed value.

ERDS Region 5 also conducted hydrology and bathymetry readings for wet season and monitoring of periodic fish kill. For Lake Sebu in Region 12, analysis of the

Table 1.6. Characteristics of fi sh cage farm in Lake Buhi (2008 and 2010).

Parameter 2008 2010

1. Total biomass (kg) 2,455,384 2,883,586.8

2. Total feed (kg) 6,138,460 7,208,967

3. Phosphorus content (%) 0.9406 0.9406

4. Feed conversion ratio (FCR) 2.5 2.5

5. Phosphorus load from feed 57,737.99 67,807.5436

6. Mean Phosphorus (P) fish retention 0.0285 0.0285

7. Phosphorus content of fish biomass 699.7844 821.8223

Table 1.5. Number of boats allowed per cruise computed at four levels.

Level of Carrying Capacity LAC1 LAC2 LAC3 LAC4

Carrying capacity 448 88 192 264

Potential carrying capacity 3,584 704 1,536 2,112

Real carrying capacity 1,400 18 34 342

Legend: LAC - Limit to Acceptable Change


lake water quality from the 10 sampling stations revealed that the mean DO is 7.4 ppm, which is within the standard for Class C water quality (5 ppm) set by the EMB. Other parameters obtained are mean biological oxygen demand, total suspended solids, pH, temperature, coliform and phosphorous. All the results indicated that the lake is still clear and favorable to photosynthetic activity.

Impacts of climate change on the extent and magnitude of flooding and landslides in selected major watersheds

Duration: April 2010 – April 2013Source of funds: ERDB

The project determined the magnitude and extent of flooding and landslide in some selected watersheds in the Philippines. The initial study site is the Mag-asawang Tubig River in Oriental Mindoro.

Residents within the vicinity of the watershed were randomly selected and interviewed to determine the socio-economic profile (age, gender, etc.) and their perceptions on the damaged watershed.

Rainfall data (events, intensity and occurrences), landuse, and slope class distribution for the past 10-15 years were

gathered using topographic imagery. Historical and secondary data sets on daily and monthly rainfall, geology, soil, water quality, stream flow, landuse, fault line and infrastructure were also gathered. With these data, the stream flow of Mag-asawang Tubig River as well as water quality was analyzed.

Using the Geographic Information System (GIS), different thematic maps on fault lines, landuse, land classification, critical infrastructures, drainage, slopes, and geology of the area were generated. Reconnaissance surveys in Regions 10 and 11 were done to identify the next project sites.

Application of rehabilitation technology in mined-out areas using indigenous species with mycorrhizal inoculation

Duration: July 2010 – June 2014Source of funds: ERDB

This project is an offshoot of the initial pilot test on the rehabilitation technology in mined-out area at Benguet Corporation (BC) Bago, Itogon, Benguet (2005-2007) using indigenous tree species and mycorrhizal application.

The application of the best treatments to the selected indigenous species inoculated

The Mag-asawang Tubig River Basin in Oriental Mindoro is one of the flood-prone areas in the vicinity.


with endomycorrhizal inoculant of Glomus spp. was initiated last July 2010. It was established in a 2-ha area in coordination with Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) and BC-Bago Mining Company. Through collaborative efforts, the MGB and ERDS-CAR facilitated the transfer of information and technology at the regional level.

Bioecological characteristics of migratory waterbirds in urban and peri-urban wetlands in relation to climate change

Duration: April 2009 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB

Three wetlands were studied to determine the migratory water birds’ time of arrival, habitat characteristics, and abundance. As per National Wetland Action Plan, the priority wetlands studied include the Naujan National Park (Ramsar site), Las Piñas-Parañaque Critical Habitat (urban wetland), and Candaba Wetlands (Ramsar site candidate).

Water birds in the three wetland sites showed a total of 14,408 belonging to 25 families and 75 species (19 in Naujan, 21 in Las Piñas-Parañaque Critical Habitat, and 35 in Candaba Swamps). Sixty percent (60%) of the dominant bird species in the three sites belong to the globally protected

egrets and herons (Ardeidae), and terns (Sternidae) while 20% belong to the stilt and other shorebirds, and the rest belong to rails and gallinules.

Forage materials were determined through macrobenthic sampling of fauna conducted during the peak migration and off-migration seasons. The yielded food for the water birds for both seasons include bivalves (e.g., Curbicula sp), gastropods (e.g., Ampulla luzonica), polychaete worms (e.g., Perinerus sp.), crustaceans (e.g., Macrobachium sp.), and gobiid fish (e.g., Gobuis sp.).

Capacity building to determine possible occurrence of bird flu was also conducted and IEC materials for systematic reporting were produced. The IEC materials on the passive surveillance of birds were distributed to the DENR Regional Staff and other stakeholders.

Building of networks and linkages among the other countries within the East Asia-Australian Flyway were also strengthened for the collaborative work and exchange of information on migratory birds, their route, population, longevity, adaptation to different climatic conditions and conservation status.

The white specks in the photo are the common terns visiting Naujan Lake, Oriental Mindoro during migration season. Inset is a close-up shot of the bird.


Mangrove-nipa-crab farming technology as alternative livelihood option and adaptation strategy to the effects of climate change Duration: June 2009 – July 2011Source of funds: ERDB

A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the ERDB, Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) and the LGUs (Municipality of Baler and Barangay Zabali, Baler, Aurora) was signed on September 30, 2010 to establish a demonstration site for the mangrove-nipa-crab farming technology as an alternative livelihood source and adaptation strategy to climate change.

A 1,200 m2 area was established, delineated, and planted with nipa (at 1 m x 1.5 m spacing) in ASCOT Mangrove Nursery in Barangay Zabali, Baler, Aurora. Data sets on the growth and development of nipa were collected and analyzed. The average height of nipa is 45 cm and the survival rate is 75%.

Mountain agoho, vetiver grass, and Acacia auriculiformis nine months after outplanting in Bagacay Mines.

Rehabilitation strategies and ecotourism development for mined-out and waste dump areas in Bagacay, Hinabangan, Western Samar

Duration: January 2009 – December 2013Source of funds: MGB

The collaborative undertaking between ERDB and the MGB aims to rehabilitate the selected sites in Bagacay Mines to improve the soil condition through phytoremediation using potentially tolerant plants.

Out of the three experimental blocks, Blocks 1 and 2 were 100% completed. Block 3 was 67% complete.

For Blocks 1 and 2, outplanted species had 2% mortality rate. In Block 1, narra (Pterocarpus indicus) planted in forest soil and organic fertilizer obtained the highest average height at 160.90 cm. For Block 2, Acacia mangium planted in forest soil with lime and organic fertilizer obtained the highest average height at 82.71 cm. Mountain Agoho had the lowest average height for both blocks under the actual site condition (control).


Although initial observations showed promising results on the rehabilitation of mined out areas in Bagacay, a longer period of monitoring is needed to evaluate the performance of the species planted in the experimental site.

The hydrology component has been successfully completed. All five sampling sites identified and analyzed showed that the mined-out areas cover about 1% of Taft River Watershed but its tributaries contribute 2% of the stream flow of the river system. Affected creeks were polluted while the main river showed signs of recovery.

For the ecotourism component, the area was assessed to explore the possibility of vegetation, ecotourism activities and attractions, and ecotourism products. Identified potentials include paintball/outdoor shooting/firing range, zip line adventure, all-terrain-vehicle and biking, adventure park, and nursery establishment.

Labor and material requirements were computed. For a tree seedlings planting hole with 0.5 m depth and 0.5 m radius, the labor requirement is 0.228 and 0.436 man-days for control (forest soil only) plots and forest soil plus chicken manure plots, respectively.

Establishment of hydrometeorological stations in NPC-managed watershed reservation

Duration: May 2010 – December 2012Source of funds: NPC

This National Power Corporation (NPC)-funded project aims to produce a reliable set of data for rainfall, evaporation, stream flow, sedimentation, and other important hydro-meteorological parameters needed for the planning and operation of watershed management projects within the reservation. With these, the ERDB established hydrometeorological stations that provide adequate hydro-meteorological data in 11 identified NPC-Watershed Reservations.

The hired gauge keepers and selected NPC field personnel in 11 identified NPC-managed watershed reservations were trained and provided practical and relevant experience in installing, operating, and handling hydro-meteorological instruments to improve the management of watershed areas.

Gauge keepers collected daily measurements from the seven 8-inch standard PAGASA-type manual rain gauges established inside the NPC watersheds in Buhi, Tiwi, Makban and Caliraya. Data were recorded using monitoring sheets and submitted to ERDB for analysis.

Ecological stations were established in Buhi-Burit Watershed, Tiwi Geothermal Reservation, Makban Watershed, and Caliraya Watershed for further data gathering and monitoring. Each station has one unit of evaporation pan and one manual rain gauge. Additional data will be collected from the complete sets of Automatic Weather Monitoring Station installed inside the NPC watersheds mentioned.


Table 1.7. Distribution of priority biofuel species by region.

Priority species Region

Botong (Barringtonia asiatica) 1, 2, 4A, 4B, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11 & 12

Lumbang (Aleurites moluccana) 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, 11 & 12

Baguilimbang (Reutealis trisperma) 1, 2, 5 & 7

Petroleum nut (Pittosporum resineferum) CAR, 2

Kapok (Ceiba pentandra) 2, 3, 4A, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 & 12

Malunggay/horseradish tree (Moringa oleifera) CAR, 3, 5, 6, 7, 9 & 11

Bitaog (Calophyllum inophyllum) 1, 2, 3, 4A, 4B, 5, 6, 7, 8,10,11,12 & Caraga

Bani (Ponggamia pinnata) 1, 2, 4A, 4B, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11 & 12

Kalantas (Toona kalantas) CAR, 2, 4A, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 11

Kalumpang (Sterculia foetida) 2, 3, 4B, 5, 6, 11 & 12

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Survey, inventory and documentation of selected biofuel species

Duration: April 2009 – June 2010Source of funds: ERDB

A national inventory and assessment of selected biofuel species was conducted. Fifteen regional thematic maps were generated showing the exact location and distribution of 10 biofuel species. Compilation and photo documentation were completed for the species of botong (Barringtonia asiatica), lumbang (Aleurites moluccana), baguilimbang (Reutealis trisperma), petroleum nut (Pittosporum resineferum), kapok (Ceiba pentandra), malunggay/horseradish tree (Moringa oleifera), bitaog (Calophyllum inophyllum), kalumpang (Sterculia foetida) bani (Ponggamia pinnata) and kalantas (Toona kalantas). The distribution of the species is shown in Table 1.7.

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Biomass and carbon sequestration of selected mangrove tree taxa

Duration: April 2009 – April 2011

Source of funds: ERDB

This year, the project focused on the measurement and analysis of carbon sequestration potential of mangrove tree species. The study was implemented in Regions 3, 4B, 6 and 8. In each region, two sites were selected - one plantation and one natural stand.

Some sites showed high estimated values as presented in Table 1.8. The natural stand of Subic Bay Metropolitan Area (SBMA) site (Region 3) had big diameter trees during the time of measurement. The area is also very much protected from anthropogenic disturbances.

In Macarascas, Puerto Princesa City, Region 4B, the highest values of biomass density can be attributed to the high density and the old age of the trees.

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Mean total aboveground estimates from the mangrove plantation in Botoc, Pinabacdao of Region 6 was also high owing to the old age/big diameter and high density of trees in the area.

On the other hand, the natural mangrove of Barangay Naisud, Ibajay, Aklan in Region 6 had moderately low estimates. Such results can be attributed to the small values of diameter and low density of trees per plot observed during the field measurement.

This project is also being implemented by ERDS Regions 1 and 7. In Region 1, the site in Barangay Pagdalagan, Bauang, La Union was identified and assessed. Experimental plots were established and data were collected and analyzed.

Data collection for determining the biomass and carbon stock for each study site and results of the carbon fraction analysis of mangrove tissues were completed. Soil samples, litter, and sample branch in mangrove natural stands and plantations were collected in all regions and analyzed. Project results were presented in a poster exhibit during the Asia Pacific Symposium

on Vulnerability Assessment to Natural and Anthropogenic hazards held on December 7-10, 2010 at the Traders Hotel, Manila.

Carbon stock, biomass and volume assessment of forest plantations in the Philippines

Duration: January 2009 – December 2011Source of funds: ERDB-GAD

Biomass was estimated and carbon stock was determined on five forest plantation species, namely, bagras (Eucalyptus deglupta), falcata (Falcataria moluccana), mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla), mangium (Acacia mangium), and yemane (Gmelina arborea) in Regions 9,10,11,12 and CARAGA. Results showed that the 2,002-ha forest plantation surveyed in the study sites contained a total aboveground biomass of 268,228 T with a total carbon of 126,181.9 T. This is equivalent to 463,084 Tof carbon dioxide sequestered from the atmosphere. Among the five forest tree species, A. mangium had the largest amount of sequestered and stored carbon at 164.39 T/ha.

Table 1.8. Study sites for mangrove biomass and carbon storage.

Region Selected site Aboveground Carbon Soil carbon Stored biomass density density carbon (T/ha) (TC/ha) (T/ha) (T/ha) 3 NS: Binictican 131.32 61.72 133.80 195.52 Mangrove, SBMA P: Turtugas, 151.07 71.00 71.00 126.13 Balanga, Bataan

4B NS: Bahile, Puerto 373.52 175.55 343.82 168.27 Princesa City P: Macarascas, 275.78 95.63 295.78 391.41 Puerto Princesa City

6 NS: Bugtong Bato/ 38.57 18.13 158.44 176.57 Naisud, Ibajay, Aklan P: New Buswang, 49.56 23.29 156.00 179.29 Kalibo, Aklan

8 NS: Botoc, 152.71 71.77 65.48 137.25 Pinabacdao, Samar P: Botoc, 314.14 147.65 74.78 222.43 Pinabacdao, Samar

Legend: NS – natural stand P – plantation

SBMA – Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority


A geographic information system (GIS) map was generated for Mindanao indicating the location of the existing forest plantation by species and their distribution by province in each region.

For 2010, 23 plantation sites were documented in Region 12. A total of 23 mahogany plantations were assessed with a total wood volume of 473 m3 that can sequester about 106,013 T of carbon dioxide. Four plantations each of falcata and yemane were surveyed. Results showed a total wood volume of 147 m3 and 926 m3 and carbon stock of 11,890 T and 172,930 T of carbon, respectively. Three bagras plantations that were assessed showed a total wood volume of 271,791 T. One mangium plantation had a total wood volume of 2,535 m3 and the highest carbon stock of 698,774 T.

The results of this study will be a guide for the government and wood industries in addressing issues on climate change.

Assessment of pilot testing of the best practices/schemes for community-based fuelwood production

Duration: June 2010 – May 2014

Source of funds: ERDB-GAD

This project documented and assessed the impact of tenurial arrangements/instruments on CBFM areas and private plantations with reference to the status of production, collection, and marketing of fuelwood and other related issues. Implementation started in July 2010 in selected sites of Regions 1, 3, 4A, 6 and 7. However, due to time and financial limitations, reconnaissance surveys and interviews with key informants were held only in Regions 1, 4A and 6. Based on the findings, there were no tenurial instruments in CBFM areas for community-based fuelwood plantations except in Region 6.

In Region 1, the site selected was in Barangay Patar, Bolinao, Pangasinan. It used to be under the unsuccessful dendrothermal project of the National

Nineteen-year-old mangrove plantation (Rhizophora sp.) in Macarascas, Puerto Princesa City (during low tide). The plantation was started by ERDB in 1992. From 1994-1996, Ulugan Bay Foundation, Inc. (NGO) planted 100 ha while the Macarascas Mangrove Association, Inc. (PO) planted another 100 ha.

Note: T - Ton


Electrification Administration. Charcoal making was the major source of livelihood in the community wherein the families are involved in plantation development under module scheme. The module scheme is a sustainable way of gathering firewood from a legal source. Fuelwood producers in Pangasinan secure permit from the Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) so that they can harvest pieces of wood from the existing forest stands. They practice crop rotation, harvesting firewood every two and a half years in harvestable areas only, ensuring that firewood gathering will not destroy the forests which are the source of their livelihood.

Results of the focus group discussions revealed that men, women, and the youth were involved in the whole charcoal production, from the cutting of trees up to the marketing process. Family participation was paramount to livelihood success.

Reconnaissance survey in Region 4A (Mauban and Lucban, Quezon) showed

In Barangay Patar, branches and stems of ipil-ipil trees are cut for fuelwood following a sustainable scheme. The wood are usually processed into charcoal which is the primary livelihood of the local community (inset photo).

that there were only private plantations with fuelwood plantations solely for lime manufacturing and hardwood production. As part of community service, some of their waste products such as sawdust and small slabs were given away for use as fuel for cooking.

Based on interviews with some key informants, firewood gatherers and charcoal producers gather woods from the forests that they cleared. These were either delivered or picked up by buyers or assemblers who sell the firewood to bakeries and boilers.

In the reconnaissance survey in Region 6, it was found out that the ERDS has community-based plantations of sibukao species for fuelwood and charcoal production covered by the CBFM areas. The sites are in Buenavista and Jordan in Guimaras. According to some key informants, marketing of fuelwood and charcoal started since the start of the project implementation up to the present.


Focus group discussions were conducted in TNMR and OIWS to determine gender participation in the formulation of the ecotourism management plans. Results showed that men and women as well as the youth actively participated in formulating the management plans.

Ecological analysis of the Lamao Forest Reserve as ecotourism site for biodiversity conservation in Bataan, Philippines

Duration: May 2009 – June 2010Source of funds: ERDB

The study assessed the biophysical attributes, floral and faunal composition as well as the social components of the Lamao Forest Reserve as an ecotourism site for biodiversity conservation. Establishment of belt transects were used in data collection for the floral component. Primary data gathering for the faunal component was conducted by the technical staff of the University of the Philippines Los Baños

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Developing ecotourism strategies for biodiversity conservation and livelihood opportunities

Duration: April 2009 – June 2010Source of funds: ERDB

This program was designed to formulate ecotourism strategies and guidelines to help promote biodiversity conservation and provide livelihood opportunites to local communities and stakeholders. The ERDB implemented this in partnership with the ERDS offices in Regions 6 and 7 for the projects in Taklong National Marine Reserve (TNMR) in Guimaras and Olango Island Wildlife Sanctuary (OIWS), respectively. Results showed that the local communities in the project areas welcome ecotourism because of potential livelihood opportunities. Final copies of the Ecotourism Management Plans are now available at ERDB.

The project confirmed that for an area possessing ecotourism potentials like TNMR, a pre-feasibility study or design scoping study be undertaken first to identify factors and strategies necessary in establishing an ecotourism project.

Furthermore, for an existing protected area like the OIWS that already applies ecotourism as an activity, it is necessary to have an ecotourism management plan to ensure sustainable management of such endeavor.

The banner program also documented lessons and experiences of successful ecotourism projects in Regions 3 and 10. Documented information will be used to formulate policy guidelines which the government and private institutions can use in the establishment of similar projects.

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Data collection on the biophysical attributes of Lamao Forest Reserve.


- Museum of Natural History and used as secondary data by the project leader. Interview schedule/questionnaires were utilized to determine the awareness, perception, and attitude of the community residents leading to their acceptability of establishing the reserve as an ecotourism site.

Diversity and evenness indices, and dominance index were determined using Shannon’s and Simpson’s formulas, respectively, for the biological component. Sorensen’s formula was used to determine the coefficients of community and percent similarity of species found in each transect. Thematic maps which will serve as guide for ecotourism development were produced using GIS. On the social research component, data were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency and means.

Results revealed that trees with a diameter at breast height of 10 cm and above, arthropods, and bird species present in the area were still diverse. The mammalian, reptilian, and amphibian species were found to be less diverse. However, significant mammalian species such as common short-nosed fruit bats and musky fruit bats were found in the study site. Majority of the respondents (87.54%) favored the establishment of the Lamao Forest Reserve as ecotourism site; only 12.46% were not in favor.

Based on the criteria set by the National Ecotourism Strategy, the reserve can be established as an ecotourism site. The area for conservation and the area for development within the reserve were classified using the specific criteria identified by the author as reflected in the thematic maps. The criteria for area intended for conservation included: 1) portions inside the forest land/areas; 2) must not be accessible; 3) with rolling to moderately steep slope; 4) must not be less than 600 m above sea level (masl); 5) must not be less than 100 ha. On the other hand, the criteria for an area to be developed are: should be accessible, should have existing trails for

hiking activities, and with elevation of not less than 280 masl but not more than 500 masl.

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Promoting biosafety and biosecurity emphasizing on environmental risk/impact assessment of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and potentially harmful exotic species (PHES)

Duration: May 2009 – April 2012Source of funds: ERDB

This program was intended to build capabilities, standardize procedures, and provide scientific basis in the environmental risk and impact assessment of GMOs and PHES as inputs to biosafety and biosecurity regulations in the Philippines. It consisted of four components: 1) capacity building and on-site coaching; 2) conduct of interviews and focus group discussion; 3) socio-economic impact assessment and; 4) consultative workshops.

A training was held for ERDS Regions 2, 5, 12 and FMB. Participants were coached by the DOST-BC-NCBP-ERDB about biosafety for Institutional Biosafety Committees (IBCs) and Competent National Authorities (CANs) on risk assessment of GMOs. It was held at the ERDB Auditorium on May 26-28, 2010.

Post-commercial monitoring of GMOs was conducted in three top GM corn-growing regions in the country with differing climate types. These were Region 2 (Isabela) with Type 3 Climate and Regions 5 (Camarines Sur) and 12 (Cotabato) with Type 4 Climate.

A survey questionnaire was initially prepared and pretested in Regions 2, 3, 5, 10, 12 and CAR. After assessment, a new questionnaire and scheme was again pre-tested in Region 3. As a result, a standard questionnaire was developed for the post-commercial monitoring and assessment of environmental impacts of GMOs in agroecosystems of the three top GM corn growing regions in the country.


The draft Guidelines on Genetically Modified Forest and Wildlife Resources (GMFWR) was reviewed by the Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau (PAWB) prior to its submission to the Policy Technical Working Group of the DENR for final deliberation and approval. Moreover, the Invasive Alien Species (IAS) Guidelines was prepared and initially validated in CAR, Regions 4B, 10 and 12. PHES guidelines were likewise developed.

Laboratory screening of potential biocontrol bacteria isolated from Marilao and Lapad Rivers

Duration: July 2010 – June 2011Source of funds: ERDB GAD

This study is a part of the program “Development of Bioremediation for Water Pollution Control in Selected Creeks and Rivers”. Its implementation started in the third quarter of 2010 to develop a protocol for bioremediation based on indigenous organisms for water pollution control of rivers and creeks.

The study team initially conducted reconnaissance survey and data collection at the upstream portion of the Meycauayan River in San Jose, Del Monte, Bulacan. Sediment and four water samples were collected in sites surveyed in Meycauayan.

The five water samples collected from Marilao and Meycauayan River in Bulacan were brought to the National Microbial Collection Laboratory of the BIOTECH-UPLB for isolation, purification and identification of the potential biocontrol agent. Duplicate samples were processed at the ERDB Pathology Laboratory to validate results from BIOTECH. Target microorganisms (salmonella, pseudomonas, Escherichia sp.) present in the samples were isolated, purified and screened for metal resistance and removal.

Results showed that the water and sediment samples collected from the upper and mid-stream portions of the river have

lower total bacterial count per milliliter than the samples collected at the downstream portion.

Recycling of agricultural and forest waste products (DENR Charcoal Briquetting Program)

Duration: April 2009 – April 2012Source of funds: ERDB GAD

This program was intended to reduce forest degradation and provide alternative livelihood opportunities to upland communities whose primary source of income is charcoal making. The three major components are: 1) advocacy and promotion of charcoal briquetting technology; 2) community-based charcoal briquette production and enterprise development; and 3) research and development.

For CY 2010, the Task Force on DENR Charcoal Briquetting conducted a total of 40 trainings and actual demonstration of the technology both in the field and for walk-in clientele and these included local government units (LGUs), peoples’ organizations (POs) and nongovernment organizations (NGOs) (Annex Table 3). A total of 1,500 information, education and communication (IEC) materials on charcoal briquette production; heating values of different raw materials; collection

Water from the Marilao and Meycauayan Rivers were analyzed to determine the total bacterial count.


and utilization of liquid smoke; and procedure in using charcoal briquettes were disseminated to create public awareness on the technology.

The project team monitored and assessed the trained LGUs, POs and NGOs to determine their production capacity, raw materials used, and market outlets. Technical assistance was provided to adoptors whose product quality requires further improvement.

Establishment of a wetland water treatment system for Marilao River

Duration: September 2010 – August 2011Source of funds: DENR-RBCO/MBCO

This project demonstrates the use of aquatic and riverbank plant species with their biofiltration capability to clean and improve the polluted water in the Marilao-Meycauayan River. This method allows systems of pollutant removal, namely, rhizodegradation and rhizofiltration. Rhizodegradation refers to the breakdown of an organic contaminant in soil through

microbial activity in the plant root zone while rhizofiltration is the absorption of pollutants of the root systems through biotic and abiotic processes.

The research team assesses the water quality and heavy metal content of the Marilao-Meycauayan River system. Physico-chemical parameters (temperature, pH, conductivity, TDS, DO and turbidity) were measured in five stations sampled along the river system to determine the river system’s water use suitability as set by the DENR Administrative Order No. 34 which classifies the river under Class C category. The results of the project reveal that the heavy metal contents (Cd, Cr, Cr+6, Cu, Pb and Zn) are within the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) standards except for Mn content which exceeded the limit at 0.20 ppm.

Heavy metal content of aquatic plants growing in the environs of the river system were analyzed and monitored using atomic absorption (AAS) and X-ray fluorescence XRF) spectroscopy. The six species analyzed were Rhizophora apiculata,

Marilao River, categorized as Class C water under the DENR Administrative Order No. 34 has been reported to be heavily polluted due to household and industrial sources.


Rhizophora mucronata, nipa (Nypha fruticans), paragrass (Brachiara sp.), bamboo (Bambusa sp.) and water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes). All the species contained a considerable amount of heavy metals ranging from 0.09 to 1,230.35 ppm. Among the species, water hyacinth had the highest concentration of heavy metals.

Biodiversity assessment of Pasig River and its tributaries: the ecosystems approach, Phase 2

Duration: August 2010 – July 2011Source of funds: Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission

This project intends to generate baseline information, determine the interface among the biological, physical and social environment of the Pasig River and its tributaries, and pilot-test bioremediation strategies based on locally available or naturally existing resources.

Inception activities were accomplished during the mobilization phase (first two

months). The project team conducted reconnaissance survey of the four major tributaries, namely, San Juan, Marikina, Napindan-Taguig and Pateros-Taguig with representative creeks draining directly to Pasig River (e.g., Estero de Binondo, Estero de Pandakan, and Estero de Gallina, among others). This is to determine the specific sampling points and appropriate sampling techniques for the four project components. The team likewise held consultation meetings with concerned LGUs and other collaborating institutions like LLDA and EMB.

The semi-structured interview schedule that is being used for the psycho-social component was prepared and pre-tested in Barangay San Antonio, Bay, Laguna and subsequently revised to final form. Consequently, the team randomly selected and interviewed 100 respondents at the Baseco and Delpan riparian areas. Results of the interview are shown in Annex Table 4.

The level of Pasig River pollution is being assessed by ERDB researchers to determine possible bioremediation strategies.


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Development of guidelines and criteria for successful earthballing, transporting and transplanting of trees

Duration: March 2009 – June 2010Source of funds: ERDB

This study was an attempt to save trees from being cut in order to give way to vital development projects (i.e., construction of buildings, houses and other infrastructure projects such as widening of roads, etc.).

The proper earthballing techniques and procedures (i.e., process, materials, and machines) carried out by selected tree earthballers were observed and documented.

A manual on the proper techniques and procedures on earthballing and transplanting of trees was prepared and submitted to the Forest Management Bureau (FMB). This is an attachment to the proposed Department Administrative Order (DAO) on the “Guidelines and Procedures on the Planting, Maintenance and Removal of Trees and Other Vegetation in Urban Areas and in Areas Affected by Private and Government Projects”.

ERDS-CAR also developed guidelines and criteria for successful earthballing, transporting, and transplanting of Benguet pine trees (Pinus kesiya ex Gordon). This was part of the study “Survival and Growth Performance of Earthballed Benguet Pine Trees” conducted at PEZA Compound, Loakan, Baguio City.

Rationalization of the disposition of pasture and grazing lands in the Philippines

Duration: May 2009 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB

The project determined the status of the pasture and grazing land leases in the Philippines. A major activity of the project was the conduct of a three-day writeshop held on June 8-10, 2010, participated in by ERDB and FMB project staff members.

The outputs of the writeshop were the following: 1) Improved assessment tool for pasture/grazing lands to be used by the DENR Forestry Sector in assessing the Pasture Lease Agreement (PLA)/Forest Land Grazing Management Agreement (FLGMA); 2) A manual on the use or adoption and filling up of the improved assessment and evaluation tool; and3) A memorandum circular for the adoption and the improved assessment tool in some regions, particularly the assessment of the suitability of grazing lands and evaluation of

Transplanting of earthballed trees.

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the holder’s compliance on the terms and conditions of the agreement.

The DENR Assessment Tool was expected to improve the bases of: 1) determining the suitability of an area for grazing purposes; and 2) cancellation and nonrenewal of grazing agreements. The tool was finalized after presenting this to the division chiefs of Forest Land Uses Division (FLUD-FMB) and Grassland and Degraded Areas Ecosystems Research Division (GDAERD-ERDB) for comments and suggestions. The existing grazing land regulation was amended to incorporate the output of the project. The document was forwarded to FLUD-FMB for final comment(s) on the DAO.

Socioeconomic and policy assessment of foreshore areas in the Philippines

Duration: September 2009 – August 2010Source of funds: ERDB

The project was intended to draft a policy instrument that shall streamline processes on the issuance of foreshore leases and similar tenurial instruments. It was expected to provide a basis for the course of action in the utilization and disposition of foreshore areas for providential purposes, generation of government revenues, environmental protection, and others. This will also serve as basis for the appropriate prohibition of actual and potentially destructive and environmentally degrading uses and the fines and/or suspension or cancellation of permits for grave and habitual violation of regulations.

The study is a component of the Research and Development Program (RDEP) on the Development of Standards/Technologies on Land Disposition, Allocation, Landuse, and Management with the title “Policy Options on Foreshore Area Management” starting in 2011.

Isozyme analysis of forest trees and nonwood forest species


This project aimed to assess the genetic diversity of existing seed production areas (SPAs) of indigenous forest trees and nonwood forest species.

Isozyme assay analyses of tagiktik (Calamus fi lispadix) leaf samples from Bukidnon and Benguet pine needle samples from Ilocos Norte, Benguet, Nueva Ecija, and Bukidnon were completed. Genetic variability within the population was assessed using starch and gel electrophoresis. The samples were stained with five enzyme systems Acid Phosphatase (ACPH), Alkaline Phosphatase (ALPH), Esterase (EST), Malic Enzyme (ME) and Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NADH –DH) and resulting bands produced were scored/assessed based on the relative mobility value of each band. Data analysis and interpretations are in progress.

The second draft of the brochure for the protocol of isozyme analysis of narra (Pterocarpus indicus Willd.) was likewise prepared while the preparation of the protocol analysis for isozyme of limuran (Calamus ornatus Blume var. philippinensis Becc.) is in progress.

Determination of possible management options for selected government reforestation projects


Three old government reforestation projects were studied to determine their composition, structure and general conditions. These were: 1) Paraiso Reforestation Project (PRP) in Piddig, Ilocos Norte established in 1930; 2) Marinduque Reforestation Project (MRP) in Boac and Torrijos, Marinduque established in 1937; and 3) Nassiping


Reforestation Project (NRP) in Gattaran, Cagayan established in 1939.

Stand and stock tables of the major plantation species in each site were developed. The study recommended the following management schemes for the three reforestation projects:

a) for the government to provide continuous regular funding for the development, maintenance and protection of the reforestation projects;

b) for the DENR to co-manage the development of reforestation project together with the provincial/municipal local government unit; and

c) putting the whole or part of the project under protected area status, particularly the portion which contains trees that could be tapped for seed production areas and for other ecological purposes.

Measurement of trunk diameter at breast height (dbh) in the Paraiso Reforestation Project (PRP) in Piddig, Ilocos Norte.

Malapapaya-agroforestry production technology for coconut farms

Duration: January 2008 – December 2010Source of funds: ERDB/PCARRD

The project aimed to develop the most appropriate agroforestry system for coconut-based farms using malapapaya [Polyscias nodosa (Blume) Seeman] as intercrop with annual and biennial agricultural crops.

Findings showed that the malapapaya in under-utilized coconut farms performed best when spaced at 3 m x 3 m interplanted with coconut (Cocos nucifera). The environmental and economic assessments showed that the growth performance of malapapaya was highest when intercropped with banana (Musa acuminata) under coconut.

As IEC activities, the “Training on Malapapaya Agroforestry Production Technology” was conducted at the Municipal Halls of Luisiana, Laguna and Pagbilao, Quezon on November 26, 2010 and December 7, 2010. Participants included farmers and municipal and barangay officials.

Financial analysis of malapapaya[Q/!opeptb (Blume) Seeman] - coconut agroforestry systems

Duration: February 2008 – June 2010Source of funds: ERDB/PCARRD

The study determined the various costs incurred and the benefits derived from establishing and managing different malapapaya-coconut plantations and compare the financial profitability of malapapaya under various agroforestry production technologies in Luisiana, Laguna and Pagbilao, Quezon. The five cropping combinations were: 1) pure malapapaya; 2) malapapaya under coconut; 3) malapapaya+coconut intercropped with pineapple (Ananas comosus); 4) malapapaya+coconut intercropped with papaya (Carica papaya)/gabi (Colocasia esculenta); and 5) malapapaya+coconut intercropped with banana.


Documentation, time and motion study of activities undertaken in the establishment and management of five malapapaya plantations were conducted to gather data on costs. Estimated cost requirement for the first two years of establishing/maintaining a 1-ha plantation was computed at P58,571 for Treatment1 (T1), P27,024 for T2, P163,564 for T3 and P41,925 for T5, discounted at 15% interest rate. Benefits derived from yield of intercrops (i.e., coconut, pineapple and banana) were from actual volume of harvest and valued using existing market prices. Yield of malapapaya, on the other hand, made use of an assumption based on the data of existing seven-year old trees planted in Pagbilao, Quezon. Income per year from coconut and banana were computed at P27,500 and P11,526, respectively. Malapapaya planted under coconut plantation was estimated to generate an income of P69,120 after seven years of planting.

Analysis showed that T1 (pure malapapaya), T2 (malapapaya under coconut), and T5 (malapapaya under coconut intercropped with banana) provided

positive Net Present Value (NPV) at all discount rates. Treatment 5 gave the highest NPV and Benefit Cost Ration (BCR). The Internal Rate of Return (IRR) values of the three treatments generally exceeded the borrowing rates of 15%, 18%, and 20%, respectively.

Demonstration and application of production and utilization technologies for rattan sustainable development in the ASEAN member countries

Duration: April 2006 – November 2010Source of funds: ITTO

This project funded by the International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO) of Japan, aimed to strengthen ASEAN collaboration in promoting the sustainability of rattan resources and application of rattan products and utilization of technologies to uplift the socioeconomic status of the local communities.

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Silvicultural management practices for the sustained production of quality rattan for the furniture and handicraft industries

Duration: July 2005 – June 2010Source of funds: PCARRD

The project was conducted to come up with a silvicultural management system to ensure sustainable rattan (Calamus merrillii) cane production of plantation sites in Baybay, Leyte and Malaybalay, Bukidnon.

Results showed that in both areas, different harvesting intensities do not have a direct effect on cane growth and sucker production. However, it was observed that moderate harvesting intensity (30%) gave positive effects on the production and growth of suckers and canes.

As for mounding treatments, different results were observed in two areas. In Leyte, mounding did not have a significant effect on cane growth and sucker production while mounded rattan plants in Bukidnon showed otherwise. The data also revealed that there were similar factors that promote soil erosion, a significant consideration in mounding treatment. The clay soil, rolling terrain, and low annual rainfall in Bukidnon were major factors that

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A milestone output of the project was the launching of an online database of rattans found in Southeast Asia during the Regional Rattan Conference from August 29-September 1, 2010 at Dusit Thani Hotel, Makati City, Philippines. The online database features scientific and local names of rattan species in the country; distinguishing character; brief description on habitat; elevation; distribution; characteristics of stem, leaves, inflorescence, fruits and seeds; uses; illustrations; and pictures. Rattans found in the Philippines, Lao PDR and Cambodia were highlighted in the database using field guidebooks. For the year, a total of 41,774 web visitors accessed the website and 4,533 pages were requested.

During the culminating activities, successful strategies and experiences involving communities in the establishment and management of rattan plantations of the ASEAN countries (Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam) were presented. Two books on rattan were launched, namely, The ASEAN Rattans and A Field Guide to Philippine Rattans. The Regional Conference was attended by 29 rattan scientists, researchers and professionals from ASEAN and other countries. Rattan seedlings in the nursery of the project site in Baybay, Leyte.


helped maintain mounding in clumps much longer as compared to clay loam soil. On the other hand, steep terrain, and high annual rainfall in Leyte can easily erode and wash out the mounding in rattan clumps.

Tree domestication strategy using selected indigenous species and mycorrhizal application

Duration: September 2009 – August 2010Source of funds: ERDB

A research project on indigenous species’ growth performance utilizing mycorrhizal isolate and compost was established at the De La Salle University-Canlubang Leandro V. Locsin Campus, Biñan, Laguna. Height and diameter growth measurements in the 2-ha experimental area were conducted for eight indigenous species, namely: malapapaya (Polyscias nodosa); molave (Vitex parvifl ora); narra (Pterocarpus indicus); ipil (Intsia bijuga); batino (Alstonia macrophylla); dungon (Heritiera sylvatica); bitaog (Calophyllum inophyllum); and akleng parang (Albizia procera).

The following species growth performances were obtained. Plants inoculated with Glomus sp. from narra at the Quezon National Park (M1) + compost got the highest growth increment for malapapaya (59.65 cm). Plants inoculated with Glomus sp. from mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla) at the Dacanay Reforestation Project, La Union (M2) + compost gave the highest growth increment for: a) narra with 50.92 cm; b) laneteng gubat (Kibatalia gitingensis) with 52.2 cm; and c) molave with 49.44 cm. In the case of diameter growth, malapapaya has the highest diameter increment for T2 (Glomus sp. from narra in Basud, Camarines Norte + compost) with 1.73 cm, M1 for narra with 0.93 cm and M2 for bitaog with 0.88 cm. The species of ipil and batino had the lowest height and diameter growth after one year of establishment.

Field assessment of plant growth of eight indigenous tree species was completed.

Physical and chemical analysis of soil samples after the last measurement as well as the computation and statistical analysis of height and diameter increments of the eight species are in progress. The preparation of the terminal report has been started and is targeted for completion before the end of March 2011.

Determination of growth, structure and composition of third-growth dipterocarp forest in areas under active Timber License Agreement (TLA) and/or Industrial Forest Management Agreement (IFMA)

Duration: January 2005 – December 2011Source of funds: PCARRD (2005-2009) and ERDB (2010-2011)

This project aimed to determine the growth and yield information for the sound management of residual dipterocarp forests.

Based on the analysis of the floristic composition of the logged-over residual dipterocarp forests of Industries Development Corporation (IDC), Casiguran, Aurora IFMA and TLA holders, a total of 671 trees/ha belonging to 142 species, 87 genera, and 49 families were recorded.

Logging truck hauling logs and rattans in IDC, an IFMA holder in Casiguran, Aurora. (Photo taken March 23, 2010 during the fourth remeasurement of the established sampling plots.)


Treatment combination of malunggay with top soil + chicken manure and rice hull + compost (A2B4).

Among the families, Dipterocarpaceae and Myrtaceae were dominant, while ulayan (Lithocarpus ilanosi) was the most dominant among the species in terms of density (127 trees/ha) followed by tangile (Shorea polysperma) and mayapis (Shorea palosapis) with 106 and 52 trees/ha, respectively.

In Surigao Development Corporation (SUDECOR), Carmen, Surigao del Sur there were 874 trees tallied representing 155 species, 93 genera, and 41 families. Myrtaceae and Lauraceae were the most represented families with 13 species each. Among the species, the most dominant in terms of density were: red lauan (Shorea negrosensis) with 119 trees/ha, mayapis with 97 trees/ha, and ulayan with 86trees/ha.

Despite having high diversity with 21 tree species/site, the two sites were considered critically endangered or vulnerable based on the set of categories and criteria developed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN). Some of these species were commercially-valuable dipterocarps like: almon (Shorea almon), apitong (Dipterocarpus grandifl orus), dalingdingan (Hopea foxworthyi), guijo (Shorea guiso), manggachapui (Hopea acuminata), red lauan, tangile, and yakal (Shorea astylosa).

The assessment was based on the fourth measurement data of IDC and on the fifth remeasurement data of SUDECOR. The data was obtained from the 1-ha main plot established in each site. The growth and structure of the stands were also monitored.

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Generation of appropriate technology for Jatropha-based agroforestry schemes in the uplands


The project consisted of two studies which aimed at generating suitable technologies for viable jatropha-based agroforestry schemes in the upland. This is being implemented within a jatropha plantation area managed by the Philippine Forest Corporation, Inc. (Philforest) in Brgy. Liyang Pilar, Bataan.

Twelve experimental plots replicated three times were established and maintained (Annex Table 5).

For Study 1, maintenance, protection and management activities were applied to the 36 experimental plots. Growth and height of jatropha plants and intercropped species were likewise gathered. Data for height increment 12 months after planting indicated a favorable growth of 2.9 cm for


treatment applied with top soil + chicken manure and rice hull + compost (A3) regardless of the cropping combination. This was followed by top soil + chicken manure and rice hull with 2.6 cm growth value and top soil with only 2.15 cm growth increment. Similar trending was also observed for the height with 80.73 cm, 79.09 cm and 75.04 cm diameter. In the case of seed yield, A3B4 treatment combination gave the highest yield(1,262 g), followed by A2B4 (943 g) and A2B3 (826 g). For calamansi (Citrus microcarpa) and malunggay (Moringa oleifera) intercrops, highest diameter growth increment was observed from treatment plots with chicken manure and rice hull amelioration (A2) while height increment of malunggay was observed to be highest in plots with chicken manure, rice hull and compost (A3). Shoot growth (sprout) of dragon fruit was observed to be highest in treatment plot A3 (top soil + chicken manure rice hull + compost).

For Study 2, maintenance activities for the second year were documented and observed. Data gathered show the average time spent in mulching which is 2.58 minutes per spot. Irrigation, fertilization and weeding, on the other hand, would require an average of 0.46 man-days, 0.04 man-days and two man-days per 135 m2 plot, respectively.

Development of modified protocols for the enhancement of vesicular-arbuscular mycorrhizal production

Duration: July 2010 – November 2011Source of funds: ERDB

The project which started in August 2010, was an offshoot of the first submitted patenting registration of vesicular mycorrhiza to Technology Application and Promotion Institute (TAPI) under the patent trade name HiQ VAM-1. This aims to successfully develop new procedures for enhancing the rate of growth and development of vesicular-arbuscular (VA) mycorrhiza in a shorter period of

time. Successful protocols obtained from the investigations would be vital inputs in the submission of succeeding patent registration entries (i.e., HQVAM-2, HQ VAM-3, etc.).

Two sets of experiments were established for two mycorrhizal species, Glomus sp. from mahogany taken from Dacanay Reforestation, La Union and Acaulospora sp. taken from Lamok Norte, Carmen, Cebu, in September 2010. The experiment used different media as treatments (i.e., bentolite, perlite, sand, garden soil, charcoal, and coconut coir dust). Six treatments were used with varying weights of potting medium and three legume trap plants, namely, Calopogonium muconoides, Centrosema pubescens and Stylosanthes guyanensis.

The experimental setups were maintained and proper cultural management was applied. First assessment will be made in January 2011.

Growth performance of molave (Vitex parvifl ora Juss) and narra (Pterocarpus indicus Willd.) inoculated with selected glomus provenances

Duration: July 2010 – June 2013Source of funds: ERDB

This project is a study of the growth performance of molave and narra seedlings inoculated with endomycorrhiza (Glomus sp.) both in the plantation and in the nursery. The plantation experiment was established in Rizal, Laguna in September 2010 on a 0.6-ha plot with a spacing of 3 m x 3 m for each treatment. Site preparation, layout and outplanting were completed during the third quarter of 2010. A total of 252 seedlings each of narra and molave were planted and inoculated with six mycorrhizal treatments. Initial height growth measurements were taken as shown in Table 1.9.


Development and management of pilot bamboo plantation in selected areas in Laguna

Duration: September 2008 – August 2011Source of funds: ERDB/PCARRD

This project envisions the enhancement of the bamboo industry through the application of recent technologies in plantation development being showcased along the riverbank of Laguna Lake in Lumban, Laguna.

The establishment of pilot bamboo plantations hopes to improve the present state of bamboo resources in Laguna, boost its economy, and protect the Laguna de Bay from soil erosion and further damage.

One thousand two hundred (1,200) bamboo seedlings (600 giant bamboos and 600 Two-month-old giant bamboo seedlings for planting after six months.

Treatment Narra MolaveM0 11.39 cm 8.00 cm

M1 13.78 cm 11.22 cm

M2 11.82 cm 14.19 cm

M3 12.22 cm 12.14 cm

M4 12.08 cm 12.94 cm

M5 12.25 cm 14.00 cm

M6 11.85 cm 9.96 cm

Table 1.9. Average initial height measurement per treatment of narra and molave seedlings.

kawayan tinik) were planted in the 10-ha area. Seedlings planted in July and November 2009 performed very well. Most of the seedlings reached 8 m in height and 6 cm in diameter. Majority had 6-8 culms per clump. Seedlings planted in October were in the establishment period. Most of the established clumps were two years old.

Maintenance operation, such as fencing, was done regularly to ensure the protection and survival of bamboo seedlings from stray animals. The effect of the planted bamboos on the environment will also be studied and analyzed.


The ERDB bamboo and rattan gallery was established to raise level of awareness and consciousness on the importance of bamboo and rattan, and its various uses and potentials. ERDB visitors above express interest on rattan and bamboo novelty items.


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Determination of appropriate extension strategies to facilitate adoption of ENR technologies

Duration: March 2008 – March 2010Source of Funds: ERDB

The first quarter of the year 2010 was devoted to the completion of the program activities. The major outputs were:a) finalization of guidelines on technology assessment (TA) based on the experiences of pilot regions (ERDS 4A, 8, 10, 11 and CAR) and inputs from other regions who applied the TA guidelines; and b) finalization of guidelines on identification of site and clientele and extension strategies based on the application by the ERDS offices.

The ERDS CAR conducted follow up activities on the transfer of technology on tiger grass production under forest stand in a 1-ha area in Manabo, Abra by the Tsidkenu Sadiri Peoples’ Organization. Observations showed that factors affecting the immediate adoption of the technology include the characteristics of the technology, the receptiveness of the adopter and extensionists, and the strategies used in the transfer of technology.

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Package of ERDB S&T Interventions on nursery establishment and propagation of commercial and ornamental bamboo species

Duration: February 2009 – December 2011Source of Fund: PCARRD

Bamboo nurseries were established in six sites to demonstrate the sustained production of quality planting stocks of commercial and ornamental bamboo species (Annex Table 6) . Locations of these bamboo nurseries are: Lipa City,

Batangas; Mangatarem, Pangasinan; Magalang, Pampanga; Nagcarlan and Los Baños, Laguna; and Kawit, Cavite.

These now serve as sources of high-quality bamboo planting stocks that are affordable to bamboo enthusiasts and interested entrepreneurs who want to establish bamboo plantations. This project hopes to increase the level of awareness of people on the importance of bamboos in protecting the environment and enhancing various landscapes using the beauty of some ornamental species.

Regular Projects and Activities

Accomplishments on regular technology transfer projects and activities were categorized as follows: 1) technology assessment; 2) technology packaging; 3) IEC materials production; 4) extension activities; 5) evaluation of utilization of technologies; and 6) technology commercialization.

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Technology Assessment

The procedure looks at the acceptability of a technology based on the technical, environmental, economic, social and political criteria. Five technologies were assessed using the Technology Assessment Protocol (TAP) for environment and natural resources. As part of the completed project Determination of Appropriate Extension Strategies, the regional Technology Assessment Teams of the pilot regions conducted the assessment of the technologies at the regional level and the results were validated by the ERDB Technology Assessment Teams. The technologies assessed were the following: 1) Region 4A – “Bamboo Seedling Production”; 2) Region 8 – “Tikog Production”; 3) Region 10 – “Production of Mamalis”; 4) Region 11- “Propagation and Plantation of Pagatpat”; and 5) CAR – “Tiger Grass”.

Region 1 assessed the Dragon Fruit Farming Technology using the technology assessment guidelines.

Other technologies that were placed under the TAP of the regional offices were those developed by CAR, namely, “Pulverized Dried Fruit of Malasantol to Control Golden Kuhol Snail, “Buri Fruit Extract” and “Vermicomposting” and by Region 5, “Seed Technology and Leaf Production of Anahaw (Levistona rotundifolia Lam.)

Technology Packaging

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Technology and information manuals were developed based on research outputs from completed R&D projects of ERDB.

• Manual on Vulnerability Assessment of Watersheds

• 2010 Edition of the Development and Management of Forest Plantations: A Guidebook (see details on page 37)

• Research Compendia were also

prepared on: 1) Damaged Urban Areas; 2) Damaged Critical and Marginal Watershed Areas; 3) Mining and Volcanic Debris-Laden Areas;4) Damaged Coastal Areas; 5) Marginal Grasslands; and 6) Marginal Uplands.

IEC Materials Production

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1. SylvatropVolume 20, Nos. 1 and 2 (January-December 2010) was printed with funding from the Land Administration Project of the Land Management Bureau (LMB). Volume 18, Nos. 1 and 2 (January-December 2008 issue) was produced with 700 copies.

2. Canopy International Vol. 35 (2009) was produced with the following articles:

• Inside a logged residual forest: Will there still be a third cut?

• From an abandoned fishpond to an organic bangus farm

• Saving Bicol’s oldest mangrove tree• Wound healing after a tree surgery• Rejuvenating the environment with

indigenous forest tree species• The Talisay River bio-engineering

project• The last one standing: Survival of

Bambusa blumeana in Lumban, Laguna• Earthwatch

3. RISENew issues were printed:

1. Some familiar Philippine Palms that Produce High Food Value and Tikog, Vol. 22, No. 1 (2000 copies)

2. Bagalunga, a Multipurpose Tree Species and Kalukoi and Malambingan for Boat Making, Vol. 22 No. 2 (2000 copies)

3. Spanish Cedar: The Aromatic Wood for Cigar Box Lining; and Champaca, Vol. 22 No. 3 (2000 copies)

4. ERDB Newsletter The 2010 issues (Vol. 4 Nos. 1-4) of the newsletter were produced and printed.


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1. ASEAN Rattans

2. Field Guide to Philippine Rattans

3. 2010 Edition of the Development and Management of Forest Plantations

The guidebook contains information and technologies for the successful development and management of forest plantations in the Philippines.

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THE ERDS produced IEC materials such as the: Ecosystems Research Digest; ENR Techno Bulletin; Climate Change R&D Brochures; Manuals; Posters; Flyers; and assorted IEC materials for various topics.

The list of regional publications and other IEC materials such as posters, flyers, and brochures, including media releases of all ERDS Regions is in Annex Table 7.

ERDB’s regular publications (Sylvatrop, Canopy, RISE and ERDB Newsletter) and new books (The ASEAN Rattans, A Field Guide to Philippine Rattans and 2010 Edition of the Development and Management of Forest Plantations: A Guidebook.

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Six ERDB news releases were submitted for printing in the national dailies:1) Palawan Underground River’s Increasing Popularity: Threat or Opportunity;2) Bishops Go Greener; 3) Climate Adaptation in the ENR Agenda;4) ASEAN Herbal and Medicinal Plants Meeting Coming Up; 5) ASEAN Herbal and Medicinal Plants Meeting Held; and 6) ERDB-DENR to Host Asia-Pacific Symposium on Vulnerability Assessment.

Regional news releases were:• Propagation of sangilo tree (CAR)• Tree surgery (CAR)• Mangrove infestation (Region 3)• Vulnerability assessment of Pinulot

Watershed (Region 3)• Framework Strategy for Climate

Change (CARAGA)• Charcoal briquetting as solid waste

management strategy (NCR)


ERDS Regions 1, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, CARAGA, CAR and NCR also staged exhibits on various topics in support to the Earth Day Celebration, Environment Month and other events (Annex Table 7).

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The ERDB conducted the Youth Environment and Natural Resources Program in Response to RA 9512, an Act to Promote Environmental Awareness and Education. Lectures were conducted in the following venues:

• Blue Environment, 8th Youth Summer Camp, Teacher’s Village, Baguio City.

• Green Environment Tree Planting and Caring Program, Binitayan Elementary School, Daraga, Albay.

• Tri-media presentation on ozone layer and lecture on the current status of the environment and natural resources, Lewin, Lumban and Caliraya Elementary Schools in Laguna.

Extension Strategies

The ERDB facilitated the application of extension strategies for selected ENR technologies in Regions 4A, 8, 10, 11 CAR

ERDB joined the inter-agency exhibit for the ASOF meeting at Peninsula Hotel, Manila.

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ERDB established the ERDB Bamboo Gallery as an off-shoot of the Bureau’s R and D on bamboo. At present, it is the only gallery or museum in the Philippines focusing on bamboo. It is located at the second floor of ERDB’s main building. Formally launched on December 17, 2010, it serves as a repository of relevant research outputs and collection of literatures and information on bamboo. It has an exhibit of photos of various bamboo species and products from the Philippines and neighboring Asian countries. Around 138 bamboo products from the Philippines, Indonesia, Vietnam, Japan and China are displayed in the gallery.

ERDB exhibits were set up to showcase the Bureau’s technologies during important events within and outside the bureau. Some of these include: 1) CFNR Centennial Celebration; 2) ASEAN Senior Officials on Forestry (ASOF) meeting; 3) Research Management Conference; 4) Rattan ITTO Conference; 5) Asia Pacific Network Workshop; 6) Asia Pacific Association of Forest Research Institutions (APAFRI) Symposium; and 7) ENR RDE Framework Consultation and 8) Year End Research Management Conference.


and NCR. The results of this activity were translated into the guidelines for extension strategies for the ERDS.

Regions 1, 6, 8, 9, CAR and CARAGA had active involvement in Techno-Gabay Program/Enhancing Farmer’s Information Technology Service (FITS) for Rural Development, a one-stop-shop for ENR techno-information services.

Aside from the foregoing activities, the most common avenue for transferring information to the clienteles is through the conduct of trainings and presentations for target groups. The list of trainings conducted is in Annex Table 8.

Demonstration Areas

Demonstration sites that showcase various ENR technologies were maintained by ERDB and ERDS in various locations (Annex Table 9).

ERDB has three demonstration facilities in Los Baños. One is the Los Baños Experiment Station (LBES) located at the Mudspring Area at the foot of Mt. Makiling. It is ERDB’s biggest demonstration area with 53 ha. Inside this facility are the plantation of various bamboo species; palm plantation with 15 different palm species; agroforestry showcasing multicropping to maximize land use and prevent soil erosion; medicinal/herbal gene bank consisting of 165 plants and trees; nursery for quality forest tree seedlings and bamboos; ornamental area that houses different ornamental plants that are used for aesthetic and experimental purposes; and bayuko (Ryssota ovum) net enclosures for the captive breeding of this local forest snail.

ERDB also maintains the Special Projects Area (SPA) beside the ERDB Building. Within SPA are chambers for clonal propagation, bamboo propagation, waste management project, and the DENR charcoal briquetting project. Some areas inside are used for the propagation of forest

trees and ornamental plants that are used in the building particularly during special occasions.

Another ERDB demonstration area is the nursery at the Jamboree Site. Propagated in this nursery are indigenous forest tree species and bamboos. It also served as repository of seedlings produced at LBES for easy access. The nursery was also redesigned to be comparable to the state-of-the-art clonal propagation facilities. Construction was halfway through by the end of 2010 and would be fully operational by 2011.

In conjunction, the regional demonstration areas have been managed by the ERDS in the different regions (Annex Table 9). These areas also served as facilities for the ERDS research projects.

Technical Assistance

Technical assistance in various forms were extended to individuals, agencies, universities, LGUs, POs, and other government and nongovernment organizations. ERDB and ERDS services provided to different clients are shown in Annex Table 10.

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during the 3rd Management Conference on December 1-3, 2010.

Application has been filed for the patenting of endomycorrhiza, five charcoal briquetting stoves, and the charcoal briquettor.

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Trainings and Lectures to address capability building needs of RDE Staff

To facilitate information sharing among ERDB and ERDS personnel, ERDB conducted 18 monthly technical seminar series for 2010 (Annex Table 11).

Linkages and Networking

Linkaging and networking activities, information exchange and other collaborative undertakings were carried out with:

• DENR Bureaus, Offices and Attached Agencies

• Other Government Agencies (DA, DAR, DOST, etc.)

• Local Government Units (LGUs)• Academe, State Universities and

Colleges (SUCs), Private Universities and Colleges (PUCs)

• Nongovernment Organizations (NGO)• Private Sector• International Agencies

Thirty six government agencies were tapped as partners in project implementation, sourcing of funding support, and information exchange. For co-implementation of projects in their respective areas of jurisdiction, 41 LGUs worked with ERDB. The Bureau also established link with 11 universities, three NGOs, 11 private institutions, and 15 international development agencies for technical collaboration, information exchange, and implementation of projects (Annex Table 12).

Evaluation of Utilization of Research Information or Technologies

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Activities were conducted to look at the utilization of information on technologies by the clientele.

• Siyensya at Teknolohiya para sa Nayon: An assessment of ERDB/ERDS information/technologies adoption

• Assessment of Gising Diwa Program on environment and natural resources awareness among selected elementary and high school students in Laguna

• Post-evaluation assessment of ERDB GAD-FPS sponsored trainings, seminars and workshops

• Assessment of Adopt-a-Barangay Program in support to the Green Ambassador Program

• Assessment of Adopt-a-School Program in support to the Green Ambassador Program

In ERDS Region 8, monitoring and adoption of bamboo plantation establishment and management was determined.

Technology Commercialization

The enactment of RA 10055 or the Technology Transfer Act was signed in May 8, 2010. The Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) was signed in August 2010 which now necessitates policies to pursue technology transfer activities in accordance with the provisions of the Law. Thus, the ERDB started to address the need for technology commercialization guidelines and policies on matters concerning intellectual property. The Bureau conducted a seminar on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for ERDB researchers and staff on August 8, 2010. The presentation on IPR and the Technology Transfer Law was echoed


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The ERDB operated on its regular budget from the General Appropriations amounting to PhP 123,495,000.00. This amount was distributed as follows: PhP 75,647,000.00 for Personnel Services, PhP 37,848,000.00 for Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses, and PhP 10,000,000.00 for Capital Outlay (Figure 3.5).

ERDB received funds from eight external sources such as National Power Corporation (NPC), Philippine Council for Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources Research and Development (PCARRD), Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB), Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC), International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO), De La Salle-Canlubang, River Basin Control Office (RBCO), and Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) amounting toPhP 6,244,106.13.

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Gender and Development activities focus on advocacy and promotion activities through conduct of livelihood seminars and trainings. Photo courtesy of ERDS Region 8.


Gender and Development

For 2010, the ERDB GAD Focal Point System (GAD-FPS) implemented programs in compliance with the guidelines of the DENR Central Office through the Planning and Program Office. Specific activities include: a) monitoring of the gender mainstreaming in the major programs and projects of the DENR Research Sector; b) participation to and conduct of meetings, seminars, and workshops on GAD; c) provision of technical assistance to interested clients and offices; d) gender advocacy and promotion activities through conduct of seminars; and e) development of DENR GAD RDE Compendium.

A new project entitled “Siyensya at Teknolohiya para sa Nayon”, an assessment of the adopted ERDB/ERDS information/technologies involving men and women was launched during the Women’s Month Celebration. With the theme “Babae: Tagumpay Ka Ng Bayan”, the Women’s Month Celebration was opened with a walk around the UPLB College of Forestry quadrangle, dedicated to women’s rights and achievements. The celebration was highlighted by the “Tianggehan sa ERDB” wherein a variety of foods, plants, imported goods, novelty items, shoes, RTWs, and health medicines were sold at mini-stalls beside the ERDB Building.

The month long celebration continued with the Health and Wellness Program wherein three seminars entitled “Preventive and Treatment Alternative for Heart and Maintenance of Blood Pressure”, “Chronic Inflammation and Inflammatory Response: How can this be prevented?”, and “Treasures for an Eco-Friendly Homes” were conducted. Other significant activities include: a) forum on success stories of women achievers; b) series of livelihood seminar; c) eye examination; and d) art contest on the young women’s perspective on the environment.

Selected ERDB employees share their culinary skills in a cooking demo held in celebration of the 2010 Women’s Month.

Students from elementary schools in Los Baños exemplify their understanding of women and the environment in a Poster Making Contest.

SUPPORT TO OPERATIONS


Planning and Reprogramming Activities

During the year, a total of 11 budget planning and reprogramming meetings/workshops were conducted with the DENR Central Office and regional ERDS. The Work and Financial Plan of the 16 regional ERDS was evaluated during the Reprogramming Meeting/Workshop held on February 22-26 at Clark, Pampanga.

Updating of RDE Framework on ENR

The RDE Framework on ENR serves as the roadmap for research, development and extension programs and thrusts of ERDB. In year 2010, the ENR RDE Framework for 2007-2010 was assessed and updated to respond to the fast changing issues and concerns in the ENR management.

To discuss, validate, and enrich the draft Framework for 2011-2016, two sectoral conferences and the National Consultation Workshop were conducted. Based on the updated ENR RDE Framework, the

following RDE Programs were identified and prioritized for implementation for 2011:

1. RDE Program on climate change2. RDE Program on sustainable upland

and coastal areas development3. RDE Program on water resources4. RDE Program on development

standards/technologies on land disposition, allocation, landuse, and management

5. RDE Program on mines and degraded areas

6. RDE Program on the conservation and management of biodiversity

7. RDE Program on environmental management and pollution control

8. RDE Program on technology transfer and commercialization

On December 1-2, 2010 at the Heritage Hotel, Manila, the National Consultation Workshop was conducted to validate and enhance the draft RDE Framework on ENR for 2011-2016. This consultation workshop was attended by representatives from the ERDB, ERDS, DENR Central Office, Sectoral Bureaus, attached agencies, other research agencies, academe, and the private sectors.

Inputs from the various sectors were incorporated in the updated ENR RDE Framework. The Sector’s RDE plans and programs embrace not only forestry and watersheds but also the other equally important sectoral concerns of the environment and natural resources like the protected areas and biodiversity, coastal and marine, environment, mining and land management, and water. Critical issues and challenges such as climate change, disaster risk reduction and management, poverty reduction, ecotourism, biosafety, biosecurity, biotechnology, and alternative/renewable sources of energy are integrated in the appropriate sectoral concern. The technology transfer and commercialization program backs up all the R and D activities.

The ENR RDE Framework will serve as the roadmap for research, development, and extension programs and thrusts of ERDB for 2011-2016.


Consultations, Meetings, Fora, and Sectoral Conferences

In line with the agency’s commitment to various multilateral environmental agreements, the Research Sector organized and attended seven RDE-related local and global fora. Also, as active members of various organizations and technical committees, the Sector participated in nine organizational activities conducted for the year (Annex Table 15). Some of these were held locally and others were conducted in neighboring Asian countries including Japan, Korea, China, and Vietnam.

Three sectoral management conferences were conducted on March 24-25 at the ERDB, College, Laguna, August 19-20, and December 3-4, 2010 at the Heritage Hotel, Manila. The conferences were conducted to update the ENR RDE Framework for 2011-2016. It aimed to further unify and strengthen the Research Sector’s RDE programs and projects. It also provided a venue for:1) presentation and validation of the progress on the implementation of various banner programs; 2) drafting of the ENR RDE Framework for 2011-2016; and 3) validation of the ENR RDE Framework for 2011-2016.

To gear up the nation’s capacity to face the threats of climate change, ERDB conducted a Forum Workshop on RDE on Climate

Change. It was held on August 17-18, 2010 at the Heritage Hotel, Manila to come up with RDE Agenda on Climate Change Adaptation. It was conducted to determine and prioritize climate change adaptation concerns and measures for the 2010-2016 ENR RDE Framework and 2010 Action Plan on Climate Change Adaptation. This forum was attended by representatives from the DENR Central Office, Regional Technical Directors (RTDs) for Research, other research and development organizations, academe, Climate Change Commission, government units, and nongovernment organizations.

Researchers from ERDB and ERDS convene in the 3rd Management Conference held on December 3-4, 2010, to level off on implementation strategies for the Research Sector’s eight RDE Programs and Projects.

Delegates from Southeast Asia together with the representatives from ERDB and APN Secretariat came together for an exchange of information on common global change issues and to strengthen regional collaboration for scientific research, capacity development and policy relevancy.


Monitoring and Evaluation

To ensure that the implementation of ERDB’s projects meet its objectives, an effective monitoring and evaluation is therefore crucial. The ERDB Technical Review Board (ETRB) is the highest technical body responsible for the monitoring and evaluation of the RDE programs/projects. The ERDB Assistant Director acts as the Chairman of the Board while the technical division chiefs, who are referred to as Program Managers (PMs), are the members.

The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) System of the Bureau was strengthened with the creation of the M&E Team. Quarterly submission of physical, narrative, and statistical reports were done per division. As a feedback mechanism, observations and comments made on various reports were provided to the concerned offices, divisions, and units thru a memorandum. Field visitations and ocular inspections were also conducted to validate the veracity of the reports and to provide guidance and remedial measures to ensure the smooth implementation of the RDE programs and projects.

To further systematize the M&E System of the office, Monitoring and Evaluation

Guidelines for the ENR-RDE Sector were drafted. These guidelines will be reviewed and modified further to align with the general M&E Framework of the department, along with the newly developed Results M&E system of the DENR.

Conduct of Agency In-House Review

Agency In-House Reviews serve as venue for an in-depth technical evaluation of the Bureau’s programs and projects with the end view of assessing their relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, and impacts.

For 2010, a total of 194 programs/projects (40 from ERDB and 154 from ERDS) were evaluated (Annex Table 16). The external evaluators composed of representatives from other DENR sectoral bureaus (FMB, EMB, LMB, and PAWB), DENR Project Preparation Division (PPD), DENR Project Development and Evaluation Division (PDED), PCARRD, Academe, RTDs for Research (Regions 4A, 4B and 5) and the Director of the Upland Development Program (UDP) assessed and reviewed ERDB’s programs and projects. For the ERDS, evaluators consisted of technical staff from ERDB, representatives from PCARRD, the Academe, Regional Consortium, and the DENR-PDED/PPD.

ERDB library holdings and reference materials serve as part of the Bureau’s facilities for data management and information services.


Proposals and Terminal Reports

A total of 97 terminal reports (21 from ERDB and 76 from ERDS) and 51 proposals (33 from ERDB and 18 from ERDS) were received for evaluation during the year. The review of 44 terminal reports was completed while the rest are still in progress.

Thirteen new project proposals out of the 30 ERDB proposals evaluated were also approved. Five of which were implemented during the 3rd quarter of the year.

Data Management Including Systems Management and Maintenance

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Library services were provided to everyone who wishes to gather materials on topics of environment and natural resources. This year, ERDB acquired nine books and 400 issues of serials from January to December 2010. A total of 4,800 data and information from books and serials were encoded using the ERDB Library Electronic Research Information System.

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The Bureau continuously operationalized and maintained its newly developed information systems to facilitate easy access, exchange, and transfer of relevant information on ENR RDE related projects and generated technologies. Focal persons from the different technical divisions were organized to take charge of developing and updating their respective databases. ERDB information systems include:

1. ENR RDE Information System (ERDIS) which captures the inventory of all proposals, ongoing, and completed programs/projects

2. ERDB Technology Generated Information System (ETGIS) which

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archives technologies generated by ERDB, ERDS, and other DENR units

3. Library Resources Information System (LRIS) which catalogues books and other reference materials

4. Document Tracking System (DTS)

The ERDB website was regularly updated to provide information on RDE programs/projects, ERDB activities, and latest issues on ENR. It also features ERDB’s publications, news briefs, library acquisitions, and bids and awards.

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The Ecosystems Research and Service Laboratories (ERSL) consist of seven laboratories, namely: Seed, Pests and Diseases, Botany, Zoology, Analytical, Biotechnology (molecular and plant tissue), and Microbiology.

Several laboratory and ICT facilities were procured to replace and upgrade the old and nonserviceable units.

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Region Watershed Area (has) Hazards identifi ed Level of vulnerabilityCAR Lusuac 492.33 Flooding/ Flashflood

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9596 FloodLandslide and soil erosionFireDeforestation/ Biodiversity lossWater pollutionSiltation

Moderate to highHighModerateHighHighHigh

24138 Landslide/ ErosionFloodFireWater pollution/SiltationDeforestation/ Biodiversity loss

Low to highModerateHighHighModerate to high

3 Bunga Sub-Watershed 9893.97 LandslideFlood

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Pinulot 10514.87 FireLandslideBiodiversity lossFlood

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4A Mabacan Watershed 4438 LandslideFlooding

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Ylang-ylang Watershed 5714.11 FloodingLandslideSoil erosionBiodiversity loss

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Yaganak Watershed 2264.1 FloodingLandslideBiodiversity loss/Resource degradationWater pollution

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Binahaan Watershed 1489.39 LandslideFlooding

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Balanac Watershed 13015.96 LandslideFloodingWater pollutionBiodiversity loss

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Lagnas Watershed 6224 Soil ErosionLandslideBiodiversity lossWater pollution

HighHighHighHigh

4B Kisloyan Sub-catchment 1435.9 Landslide (MW 3,4,5,6 & 7)Biodiversity lossFlooding

Moderate to highModerate to highLow

Annex Table 2. Completed studies on the vulnerability assessment of watersheds.


Annex Table 2. Continuation.

5 Bito River Watershed 4023.47 Soil erosionFloodingWater pollutionBiodiversity loss

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Yabo-Naga River Watershed

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NCR La Mesa Watershed 2659.59 Soil erosion/LandslideFireBiodiversity loss

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6 Panakuyan 5090 LandslideBiodiversity loss

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Tigum-Aganan 53606.25 Landslide FloodDeforestation

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7 Guinabasan 12639.45 LandslideSoil erosionFlooding

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Mananga 7877 LandslideSoil ErosionFlooding

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Luyang 5537.99 LandslideSoil ErosionFlooding

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Hilabangan 18435 Soil erosionFlood

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8 Taft 55785.31 Flood Biodiversity lossLandslide

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HighModerateLow to moderate

10 Liangan Watershed 23034 FloodingLandslideSoil erosion

LowModerateModerate

Dioyo Watershed 10939.75 LandslideSoil erosionFloodingForest/ grass fire

Very low to moderateLow to moderateModerate Low

Bubunawan Watershed 26977 LandslideSoil erosionFlooding

Low to highLow to highLow to highModerate

Cugman Watershed 10250 LandslideSoil erosionFlood

Low to highModerate to very highLow to moderate

11 Tagum-LiIbuganon 142790 LandslideFloodDeforestation

Moderate to highModerate to highHigh

Saug 99871 Landslide FloodBiodiversity loss

Moderate to highHighModerate

12 Allah Valley (Parcel 1) 59276 FloodingLandslideDeforestation

LowModerateLow

Allah Valley (Parcel 2) 37464.2 FloodingLandslideDeforestation

Low to moderateModerate

Kabulnan Watershed 12967.46 FloodingLandslideDeforestation

Very lowModerate

Banga Watershed 33365 LandslideFloodingDeforestation

ModerateModerateLow

13 Casilayan Watershed 40396 FloodingLandslideDeforestation

Moderate Low to moderateModerate

Ojot Watershed 78546 LandslideFlooding

Low to moderateLow to moderate

ERDB Pudong 2395 Forest fireLandslide

Fair to moderateMedium to high

Tignoan 8710 LandslideDeforestation

Medium to very highMedium to very high

Makiling 5853.48 LandslideFlooding

Moderate to highModerate to high

Region Watershed Area (has) Hazards identifi ed Level of vulnerability


1. Region 1 a. Lidlida, Ilocos Sur January 27-28, 2010 33 b. Sison, Pangasinan January 27-28, 2010 15 c. Sison, Pangasinan March 23-25, 2010 25

2. Region 3 a. Lubao, Pampanga February 16-17, 2010 31 b. Mexico, Pampanga February 25-26, 2010 31 c. Angat, Bulacan June 24-25, 2010 30 d. Pulilan, Bulacan August 3, 2010 15 e. Cabiao, Nueva Ecija September 20, 2010 60 f. Cabiao, Nueva Ecija November 15-19, 2010 74

3. Region 4a a. Tagapo, Sta. Rosa City January 12-13, 2010 39 b. Laurel, Batangas March 8, 2010 26 c. Dolores, Quezon September 14, 2010 51

4. Region 4b a. Sablayan, Occ. Mindoro February 22, 2010 40

5. National Capital Region a. Brgy. Central, Quezon City July 12, 2010 35 b. Metta Arts, Cubao, Quezon City July 14, 2010 25 d. Brgy. 182, Callocan, Quezon City August 12, 2010 30 e. Brgy. 128, Tondo, Manila August 13, 2010 20 f. Brgy. Bagong Buhay, Quezon City August 18, 2010 50 g. Brgy. 645, Manila September 28, 2010 35

Total no. of participants 665

Annex Table 3. Trainings conducted on Charcoal Briquetting Technology.

Place Date No. of participants


Characteristics of the respondents from Baseco

1. The informal settlers in Baseco can be classified in two groups. The first group is the recipient of the Gawad Kalinga and Habitat for Humanity housing projects. The second group is composed of households who live near the riverbank of Pasig River. A total of 50 households were interviewed.

2. Houses are cramped and the roofs are made of wood with sack or plastic; houses look like shanties. Due to lack of drainage system, the pathway is always wet with some portion filled with water; gravel and concrete materials are scattered to keep the households from getting soak with domestic water waste. When there is an inclement weather, the waves get stronger and the water reaches and floods the houses. To avoid the house from getting soaked or flooded, most of the houses are built from stilts.

3. With regard to their source of water, households spend as much as PhP 3.00 per container of water. Due to high cost of water, some households recycle water. As to source of light, some households tap electricity from their neighbors with registered electric meter and give certain amount of money for the use of electricity. Households who could not afford to pay use kerosene lamp.

4. Households have poor sanitation practices. Domestic wastes both biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials are being thrown in the Pasig River. Due to absence of toilet facility, households defecate using potty chamber, simply wrap the feces in papers or plastic bags and throw them at the river.

Characteristics of the respondents from Parola in Delpan

1. Fifty households were interviewed. Houses are above the water of Pasig River. They are made of wood, built on stilts, and separated by thin walls. A wooden boardwalk serves as the pathway to reach the houses. Most of the houses have access to electricity through Meralco sub-meter.

2. Households get their supply of water from a rubber hose and pay Php 3.00 per container. Domestic water are thrown along the boardwalk which flows directly to Pasig River. Similarly, feces and urine are flush directly into the river. Plastic and other domestic materials proliferate under the houses causing clogs at the waterway. Water lilies are also present in the river.

3. Most of the households interviewed are women because most men are still sleeping because of their graveyard shift as laborer in Divisoria. Men and women are both engaged in cleaning and peeling of garlic. A kilo of peeled garlic costs Php 5.00. In a day, they earn as much as Php 70.00.

4. Households reported that fish still thrive in the river. Fish commonly seen and catch include hito, dalag, hipon, talilong, janitor fish, asuos, alimasag, tahong, kasili (espada), maya-maya, bangus, tilapia, and Imelda fish (karpa). Bangus, tilapia and, Imelda fish abound in the river due to the overflow of water after the occurrence of typhoon. The presence of alimasag, hipon, and tahong is attributed to the distance of the mouth of the river to Manila Bay.

5. As regards to the impact dredging, households have observed that the water of Pasig River has risen. The oil barge and water-related transportation sail swiftly and the flow of water going to Manila Bay is much faster.

Annex 4 . Results of the psycho-social interview at Baseco and Delpan riparian areas.


A1B1 Topsoil planted with jatropha + sweet potato A1B2 Topsoil planted with jatropha + dragon fruit + sweet potato A1B3 Topsoil planted with jatropha + calamansi + sweet potato A1B4 Topsoil planted with jatropha + malunggay + sweet potato A2B1 Topsoil + chicken manure planted with jatropha + sweet potato A2B2 Topsoil + chicken manure planted with jatropha + dragon fruit + sweet potato A2B3 Topsoil + chicken manure planted with jatropha + calamansi + sweet potato A2B4 Topsoil + chicken manure planted with jatropha + malunggay + sweet potato A3B1 Topsoil + chicken manure planted with jatropha + sweet potato A3B2 Topsoil + chicken manure + compost planted with jatropha + dragon fruit + sweet potato A3B3 Topsoil + chicken manure + compost planted with jatropha + calamansi + sweet potato A3B4 Topsoil + chicken manure + compost planted with jatropha + malunggay + sweet potato

Annex Table 5. Experimental plots established using different soil amelioration and crop combination.

Annex Table 6. Bamboo species planted in the six bamboo nursery sites.

Site Bamboo speciesBrgy. Bolbok, Lipa City, Batangas Giant bamboo (Dendrocalamus asper)

Kawayan tinik (Bambusa blumeana)Black bamboo (Gigantochloa atroviolacea)

Brgy. Maravilla, Nagcarlan, Laguna

Giant bamboo (Dendrocalamus asper)Kawayan tinik (Bambusa blumeana)Black bamboo (Gigantochloa atroviolacea)Kawayan kiling (Bambusa vulgaris)

Brgy. Cabaluyan II, Mangatarem, Pangasinan

Wamin bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris cv wamin bamboo)Hedge bamboo (Bambusa multiplex)Yellow bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris var. striata)Black bamboo (Gigantochloa atroviolacea)Long-pipe bamboo (Bambusa atra)Iron bamboo (Dendrocalamus strictus)

Brgy. Ayala, Magalang, Pampanga Black bamboo (Gigantochloa atroviolacea)Hedge bamboo (Bambusa multiplex)Dwarf bamboo (Arundinaria pygmaea)Long-pipe bamboo ( Bambusa atra)Chinese Goddess bamboo (Bambusa multiplex cv riviereorum)Yellow bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris var. striata)

Brgy. Lalakay, Los Baños, Laguna Giant bamboo (Dendrocalamus asper)Kawayan tinik (Bambusa blumeana)Black bamboo (Gigantochloa atroviolacea)Kawayan kiling (Bambusa vulgaris)Dwarf bamboo (Arundinaria pygmaea)Wamin bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris cv wamin bamboo)Running bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea)Moso (Phyllostachys pubescens)

Kawit, Cavite Giant bamboo (Dendrocalamus asper)Kawayan tinik (Bambusa blumeana)Black bamboo (Gigantochloa atroviolacea)Kawayan kiling (Bambusa vulgaris)Dwarf bamboo (Arundinaria pygmaea)Wamin bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris cv wamin bamboo)Running bamboo (Phyllostachys aurea)Moso (Phyllostachys pubescens)

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Annex Table 8. List of trainings and lectures conducted by the Research Sector.

Agency/ Region

Trainings for clientele Lectures conducted

ERDB • Charcoal Briquetting Technology (CBT)• Agroforestry and clonal propagation• Reforestation and Species site matching• Seed identification• ERDB S&T interventions on nursery

establishment and propagation of commercial and ornamental bamboo species

• Herbarium species• Rattan• Water analysis• Plant tissue analysis• Laboratory services• Invasive species• Rehabilitation of Pasig River

1 • Bio-intensive gardening• Tiger grass farming and broom making • Hands-on demo on broom making

technology (April 22, 2010, Gazebo Hall)• Hands-on demo on the application of the

POPEYE technology (Sept. 22-23, 2010, San Fernando City, La Union)

• Establishment of mangrove plantation (Feb. 18, 2010, Parian Barangay Hall, Parian, Bauang, La Union)

• Dragon fruit farming technology• Charcoal briquette production from forest

and agricultural wastes (Sept. 14-15, 2010, San Fernando City, La Union)

• Climate change mitigation and adaptation measures and natural organic farming (Feb. 23, 2010, Puso ng Carmelo Prayer House, Nagtagaan, Rosario, La Union)

• Environmental violation of the Plastic Mill (Feb. 11, 2010, LGU-Bauang)

• Forum on climate change (Sept. 15, 2010, CSI City Mall, San Fernando, La Union)

• World Water Day Forum (March 22, 2010, Bauang, La Union)

2 Herbal soap making (April 14-16, 2010, Amulung, Cagayan)

3 • Charcoal briquetting • Goat production• Orientation Training on GAD

Mainstreaming activities (Sept.13-14, 2010, Lubao, Pampanga)

4A • Vulnerability assessment• Carrying capacity

5 • Basic concepts and application of GIS using Manifold Software

• Financial management and monitoring and evaluation and procurement guidelines for Barangay LGUs and People’s Organization

• Bamboo nursery and plantation establishment and management for Libmanan-Pulantuna Watershed Management Project (LPWMP)

• Mangrove plantation establishment and crab fattening for project implementation of LPWMP

• Rattan nursery and plantation establishment and management for LPWMP implementers

• Role of forest on global warming and climate change

• Wetlands and migratory bird sites• Mangrove ecosystem, plantation establishment,

mangrove nursery and management• Survey and mapping of proposed mangrove

plantation in Sagnay, Camarines Sur• Mangrove, seagrass and coral ecosystems• Effects of solid waste to marine ecosystems• FITS – Information System• Coastal resources utilization and management• Environmental protection and management• Selection index for reforestation species in

typhoon prone areas: an adaptation to climate change


Region Trainings for clientele Lectures conducted

• Vulnerability assessment of watersheds: a tool in mitigation of climate change related hazards

• Ecology and environmental protection• Climate change, adaptation and mitigation in the

context of environment and natural resources management

• Application of GIS on the vulnerability assessment of watersheds as a tool in reducing climate change impacts in agriculture production, biodiversity conservation and environmental hazard avoidance: the case of Yabo-Naga Watershed, Camarines Sur

6 • Vermicomposting Technology (Jan. 20, 2010; Feb. 18 and 19, 2010; June 11-12, 2010 at Barangay Bolo, Gupis and Panakayan)

• Bamboo production and management (Jan. 21 and 28, 2010 at Dueñas and Alimodian, Iloilo)

• Climate change and forestry laws and regulations (April 22, 2010, Concepcion, Iloilo City)

• Climate change and DENR Green Multipliers Program (May 11, 2010, DENR-PENRO Guimaras)

• Vegetative propagation (June 29, 2010)• Bamboo production technology (July 30,

2010, Sibalom Antique)• Engineered bamboo (Aug. 16, Oct. 15,

2010, Altavas and Banga, Aklan)• Bamboo nursery establishment and

management (Oct. 18-19, 2010, Hamtic Antique)

• Organic farming system and fertilizer production through Vermicomposting (Nov. 22-27, 2010, Barangay Igtuble and Igpaho, Tubungan, Iloilo)

• Climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies (March 22, March 24, May 18, June 17, June 15 and June 25, 2010)

• Environmental awareness and food security (Feb. 10, 2010, Univ. of Antique)

• Evolving climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies in the Forestry Sector (April 15, 2010, Iloilo City)

• Environmental management (May 22, 2010 Regional, Grand Hotel Resort, Iloilo City)

• ENR Management Framework (June 22-25, 2010)

• Bamboo and the climate change challenge (July 29, 2010, Grand Emilion, Gen. Luna St. Iloilo City)

• “Pangangalaga sa kalikasan, Nangangahulugan ng buhay:biodiversity in focus (August 25, 2010, Central Philippine University)

• Nature and implications of climate change (Sept. 23, 2010, SM City, Iloilo City)

• Environmental education and biodiversity conservation (Sept. 25, 2010, Central Philippine University)

• Introduction to vulnerability assessment of critical watershed (Sept. 28, 2010, Sibunag, Guimaras)

• Resource mapping and preparation of natural/anthropogenic and hazard maps (Sept. 28, 2010, Sibunag Guimaras)

• Understanding climate change (Sept. 28, 2010, Sibunag, Guimaras)

• Commmunicating climate change- inspiring action and the ERDB study on Boracay carrying capacity (Sept. 30, 2010, Malay, Aklan)

• Bamboo and the environment (Oct. 14, 2010, Grand Hotel, Iloilo City)

• Good governance: social accountability and the environment (October 2010, Iloilo Grand Hotel, Iloilo City)

Annex Table 8. Continuation


Region Trainings for clientele Lectures conducted7 • ENR training for Camp 7 LGUs and

community in Camp 7, Minglanilla, Cebu (Mar. 3-4, 2010)

• Sustainable farming technologies and gender sensitivity (Oct. 12-15, 2010, Brgy. Imelda, Pilar)

• OIWS Tour• Tri Media Plant Tour

• Vulnerability assessment of Maranga Watershed, Southwestern University, Urgello, Cebu (Feb. 4, 2010)

• Nursery operations and management (Dec. 28-31, 2010)

• Solid waste management• Vermicomposting• Honeybee keeping• Bamboo propagation

8 • Wood and bamboo furniture making (Almeria, Biliran, April 13-16-2010)

• Asexual propagation plantation • Establishment and management of fruit

treesa. PO-KUFA, Kahupi-an Training Hall, Sogod, So. Leyte, Aug. 11-13, 2010b. Candayuman Brgy. Hall, Liloan, So. Leyte, Dec. 1-13, 2010c. SINP Training Hall, Tenani, Paranas, Samar, Dec. 8-10, 2010d. FSMRIAI Training Hall, Santol, San Miguel Leyte, Dec. 13-15, 2010

• Climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies (Feb. 24, 2010 at Leyte Normal University)

• Asexual propagation of fruit trees• Vermicomposting

9 • Asexual propagation• Plantation establishment and management

of fruit tree species

Climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies

10 • Basic beekeeping (August 23-26, 2010, Davao City)

• Climate change/Mamalis technology (April 30, 2010, Nabima, CBFM area, Opol, Misamis Oriental)

• Rehabilitation of mined-out areas• Growing Mamalis • Bamboo production and management -

Technical Assistance Center for Development of Rural and Urban Poor (TACDRUP)

• Nursery establishment and management (TACDRUP)

• Basic concept of soil and soil sampling, Marawi City

11 • Agroforestry Seedling Production on Rubber, Cacao, etc

• Strengthening of Nagkahiusang Kritohanong Mag-uuma sa Maputi (NAKRISMA) members for CBFMP (Nov. 15-17, 2010, San Isidro, Davao Oriental)

• Climate change and disaster risk reduction and management

Climate change and ecosystems in partnership with DANA Foundation, Inc. Kapalong and Sto. Tomas, Davao del Norte

CAR • 2010 Benguet Bamboo Techno-forum (June 22-24, 2010, Benguet State University)

• Project documentation and report writing for CBFM implementers (May 22-24, 2011 DENR-CAR Multipurpose Hall)

• Plants and guided tour to the Learning Ecopark for Advocating Resources and Nature (LEARN)

• Charcoal briquetting• Vermicomposting • Plant identification • Medicinal, dye producing plants• Watershed and provision of various seedlings• Establishment of an ecopark• Potential bamboo species in CAR• Pests and diseases



Region Trainings for clientele Lectures conductedNCR Charcoal Briquetting Technology • Styrofor waste and residual plastic-based bricks

and tiles making• DETALEST Project

CARAGA • Climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies

• Climate change and its effects on health (Jan. 16, 2010, FSUU, Butuan City)

• CARAGA Region Agriculture Fisheries and Natural Resources (CRAFNR)

• Climate change (Agusan del Sur State College of Agriculture and Technology, Sacred Heart School of Butuan City)

• Forum on understanding climate change, waste disposal management and its challenges for us

• Climate change: Youth situation on sustainable development/environment


Region/Agency

Demonstration Areas

ERDB • Los Baños Experiment Station• Jamboree Site• Special Projects Area

1 • Bio-intensive Demo Farms in Upland Areas• S&T Based Bamboo-Agroforestry production in San Fernando, Pampanga

2 Solid Waste Management Area

3• Enterprise Development for Paper Recycling• Buho Plantation Demonstration Area

4A • Nursery/Planting Stock Production Facilities• Regional Clonal Facility• Genetic Resources Areas and Training Center for Mangrove

4B Bambusetum Experimental Forest, Victoria, Oriental Mindoro

5 Demo Farm on sambulauan (Syzgium albayense) and libas (Spondias pinnata)

6 • S&T Based Farm on Bamboo Charcoal Production• Pilot Project on Organic Fertilizer through Vermicomposting

7 • Honeybee Keeping R&D Project• Vermicomposting Site• Experimental Forest Station

Annex Table 9. List of demonstration areas of the Research Sector.


Annex Table 10. List of technical assistance conducted by the Research Sector.

Region/Agency Technical assistance

ERDB • Agroforestry• Clonal propagation• Reforestation• Species site matching• Seed identification• Herbarium species• Rattan• Water analysis• Plant tissue analysis• Laboratory services• Invasive species• Rehabilitation of Pasig River • Marilao River

1 • Livelihood options (Dragon Fruit Farming)• Bamboo harvesting• Charcoal briquetting

3 • Mangrove infestation• Charcoal briquetting• Nipa project expansion

Region Demonstration Areas

8 • S&T Based Agroforestry Farm Project• DENR Medicinal Garden• Demo Farm within the IFMA• Macrosmatic Clonal Facility

9 • Bambusetum• Forest Botanical Garden and Nature Park• Pilot Demo of Paulownia• Clonal Facility

10 • ERDS Experimental Forest in Sumpong, Malaybalay, Bukidon• Honeybee Livelihood Project

11 • Forest Botanical Garden and Nature Park, Brgy. Mintal, Davao City• DENR Arboretum at Barangay Sta. Ana/San Vicente. Mawala, COMVAL• Clonal nursery in Tagum City and Nabunturan COMVAL

CAR • Tiger Grass under Benguet Pine Stand• Bambusetum and Arboretum• Forest Botanical Garden and Nature Park• LEARN

CARAGA • Clonal Orchard• Falcata Seed Stand



Region Technical assistance

5 Establishment of 1.2 ha mangrove plantation in Brgy. Turagi, Sangay, Camarines Sur

6 • Use of water hyacinth as substrate for vermicomposting technology• Impact assessment of bamboo and bamboo production• Site assessment of the proposed livelihood training center • Site assessment of the mangrove planting site• Documentation of the existence of Lusay-lusay (Cryptogoryne listeriara) species• Identification of possible thesis problems for high school students in Iloilo City• Vermicomposting technology• Community-Based Forest Management Program• Assessment visit to Brgy. Codingle, Dumarao, Capiz• Climate Change

7 • Integrated Coastal Resource Management Project (ICRMP)• Establishment of “Go Green Phil. Project”• Hillyland farming technology• Mainstreaming gender and development

8 • Proposal preparation for MS students• Plant sample identification• Identification of Rafflesia• Mangrove plantation establishment• Bamboo plantation• Identification and control of pests and diseases of agricultural crops

11 • Clonal propagation• Production of edible bamboo • Soil sampling techniques

CAR • Establishment of experimental plots for the rehabilitation of Philex Mining Corp.• Evaluation of a research paper titled “Agroforestry Systems R & D in Benguet-CAR”• Full vegetational analysis of the Baguio Centennial Park and Botanical Park• Pests and diseases monitoring• Plant identification resources digital files of DENR-CAR• Demo of the land cover, use and classification of CAR water resources• Plant propagation and provision of various seedlings• Plants that serve as bird food• Vermicomposting• Collection of Pine Cones• Researches on Petroleum Nut• Pests and diseases of Benguet Pine• How to establish an eco-park• Presentation of paper on Potential Bamboo Species in CAR• Biodiversity assessment of Globally important Ingenious Agricultural Heritage Systems

(GIAHS) project site

CARAGA • Development and management of Bood promontory and eco-park• Protection and preservation of Bitaog centennial tree• Tree identification• Tree plantation establishment



Speaker/Moderator Title Date

Dr. Simplicia A. Pasicolan Dr. Marlynn Q. Landicho

Biodiversity Conservation in the PhilippinesEcological Analysis of the Lamao Forest Reserve as Ecotourism Site for Biodiversity Conservation in Limay, Bataan

February 24

Veronica O. Sinohin Dr. Carmelita I. VillamorDr. Elpidio F. Rimando(Moderator)

National Biosafety FrameworkEcosystems Approach in the Assessment of theImpact of Herbicide Tolerant Corn on Wild Biodiversityin Corn Production System

March 26

Dr. Honorato G. PalisDr. Antonio M. DañoJuan B. Ebora (Moderator)

Climate Change Primer: Adaptation and Mitigation Application of Statistical Hydrology to Climate andVulnerability Assessment of Watersheds

April 28

For. Gregorio E. Santos, Jr.For. Abner E. MalabananEmiliano B. Ramoran(Moderator)

Basura Natin Ating IwastoProduction of Charcoal Briquettes from AbandonedBiomass

May 14

Dr. Evangeline T. Castillo Dr. Rhodora M. RimandoPaul J. Cuadra (Moderator)

Ecological Indicators in the Restoration of Mining andVolcanic Ash Laden AreasThe Quezon City Controlled Waste Management Facility as Model in Solid Waste Management

June 28

Atty. Alfredo G. Del Rio Writ of Kalikasan (Rules of Court on Environmental Cases) June 29

Dr. Jaime I. PurificacionDr. Rainnier B. VillanuevaFor. Angelito B. Exconde (Emcee/Moderator)

Scientific Validation of Medicinal Plants Production and Marketing of Products Delivered from Herbal and Medicinal Plants

July 7

Engr. Lewin dela Concha Eliseo M. Baltazar (Moderator)

Intellectual Property: Current Policies and Implications tothe Research and Development InstitutesCopyrightPatents

August 11

For. Manolito U. SyRosalinda S. Reaviles

Determination of Possible Management Options forSelected Government Reforestation Projects

August 26

Dr. Aida B. Lapis Synopsis of Philippine Rattans October 12

Dr. M. LimsuanDr. Elpidio F. Rimando(Emcee/Raporteur)

ERDB-NGCP Proposed Collaborative Projects on Vegetation Management

Dr. J. Simbahan (Univ. Research II.)Dr. L. Trinidad (Univ. Research III) Dr. Carmelita I. Villamor (Emcee/Moderator)

Bioremediation of High Lipid Wastewater Biogenic Hydrogen Sulfide for Bioremediation Heavy Metals from Industrial Wastewaters

November 17

Total 18

Annex Table 11. ERDB Monthly Technical Seminar Series for CY 2010.


Annex Table 12. Linkages, collaborations, and networks of the Research Sector for CY 2010.

Agency Nature of linkage

DENR Units

DENR – Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Office (PENROs) and Community Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENROs)

Collaborative work in the implementation of the projects/studies in their areas of jurisdiction.

DENR Regional Offices - Forest Management Services (FMS), Protected Areas Wildlife and Coastal Zone Management Services (PAWZCMS), Environmental Management System (EMS), Land Management System (LMS), etc.

Collaborative work in the implementation of ENR-RDE programs addressing regional and sectoral concerns.

Forest Management Bureau (FMB) Co-implementor for the project on the “Rationalization on the disposition of pasture and grazing lands in the Philippines”. Collaborative works on forestry-related concerns.

Environment and Management Bureau (EMB) Collaborative work in data collection and monitoring of study sites for projects on acid deposition, and physical and chemical analyses of water.

Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) Funding support and technical collaboration in the implementation of the study entitled “ERDB-MGB cooperative project on ecosystems reconstruction and phytoremediation of mined-out lands”.

Protected Areas and Wildlife Bureau (PAWB) Collaborative works on protected areas and wildlife-related concerns.

Land Management Bureau/Land Administration and Management Project (LAMP)

Collaboration on land management-related projects/studies.

Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA) Provision of secondary data regarding the implementation of the project entitled “Determination of environmental carrying capacity of lake-based aquaculture of Laguna de Bay”.

Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC)

Funding support and technical collaboration in the implementation of the Phase II of the study entitled “Biodiversity assessment of Pasig River and its tributaries: The ecosystems approach”.

Technical assistance in the review and evaluation of proposals.

National Mapping Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA)

Collaborative work in obtaining topographic maps and satellite images, statistics and policy concerns.

Other agencies

Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Agricultural Research (DA-BAR)

Coordination for the action plan on alien invasive species.




DA-Bureau of Plant Industry (DA-BPI)/ National Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (NCPGRFA)

Technical collaboration for the establishment of a network of Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (PGFRA) curators and build up a database of Philippines PGFRA.

National Committee on Biosafety of the Philippines (NCBP)

Coordination for the action plan on alien invasive species.

Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Financial support in the form of study grants and scholarships.

Philippine Council for Agricultural Resources Research and Development (PCARRD)

Financial support in the implementation of various projects of the sector.

Philippine Council for Aquatic and Marine Resources Research and Development (PCAMRRD)

Collaborative work in the collection of needed data for various projects addressing marine and aquatic resources.

Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR)

DOST- PCARRD-GIA (Grant-in-Aid) Funding support for projects in ERDS- Region V.

Forest Products Research and Development Institute (FPRDI)

Collaborative work in the implementation of the project on Charcoal Briquetting.

National Power Corporation (NPC) Financial support in the implementation of the study “ERDB-NPC research project: Installation and operation of hydrometeorological station for watershed planning/management in support to NAPOCOR watershed rehabilitation and conservation program”.

Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA)

Collaborative work in the collection of the needed monthly rainfall data for various projects.

Philippine Forest Corporation (PhilForest Corp) Provision of an area for the implementation of the project entitled “Generation of appropriate technology for Jatropha-based agroforestry schemes in the uplands”.

Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) Implementation of two ongoing studies entitled “Development of guidelines on earthballing, transporting, and criteria for successful and transplanting of trees” and Biomass and carbon sequestration of selected mangroves tree taxa”.




Regional Consortium

Highland Agriculture and Resources Research and Development Consortium (HARRDEC)/CAR

Cagayan Valley Agriculture and Resources Research and Development Consortium (CVARRD)/Region 2

Central Luzon Agriculture and Resources Research and Development Consortium (CLARRDEC)/Region 3

Southern Tagalog Agriculture and Resources Research and Development Consortium (STARRDEC)/Region 4A

Bicol Consortium on Agricultural Resources Research and Development (BICARRD)/Region 5

Western Visayas Agriculture and Resources Research and Development (WESVARRDEC/ Region 6

Central Visayas Consortium for Integrated Regional Research and Development (CVCIRRD)/Region VII

Visayas Consortium for Agriculture and Resources Program (VICARP)/Region 8

Western Mindanao Agriculture, Forestry and Resources Research and Development Consortium (WESMARRDEC)/Region 9

Northern Mindanao Consortium on Agriculture Resources Research and Development (NOMCARRD)/Region 10

Southern Mindanao Agriculture and Resources Research and Development Consortium (SMARRDEC)/Region 11

Central Mindanao Agriculture and Resources Research and Development Consortium (CEMARDEC)/Region 12

Consortium for Agriculture, Forestry and Resources Research and Development (CARRD)/ CARAGA

Technical collaboration and exchange of information relative to the implementation of various projects and funding support to trainings, activities, etc.




Local Government Units

Lake Management Office, Mun. of Muntinlupa Municipalities of Baler, Aurora; Paoay, Ilocos Norte; Mangatarem, Pangasinan; Limay, Bataan; Magalang, Pampanga; Kawit, Cavite; Los Baños, Nagcarlan, Lumban, Luisiana and Majayjay in Laguna; Lipa City in Batangas; Dolores, and Pagbilao in Quezon; Naujan, Or. Mindoro; Buhi and Tigaon Camarines Sur; Bacacay, Albay; Prieto Diaz, Sorsogon; Ajuy, Iloilo; Buenavista and Jordan in Guimaras; Olango Island, Cebu; Sibonga, Buhisan, Minglanilla, Talisay City , Toledo City in Cebu; Negros Or.; Siquijor; Guimaras, Bohol; Tagum, Davao del Norte; Governor Generosa, Davao Oriental; Catarman, Samar; Ormoc, Leyte; Claveria, Cagayan; Diadi, Nueva Vizcaya; Bauang and San Gabriel, La Union; Sarrat , Pasuquin and Paoay, Ilocos Norte; Sta. Cruz, Ilocos Sur and San Manuel, Pangasinan

Implementation of the projects in their respective areas of jurisdiction.

Municipalities of Lidlida, Ilocos Sur; Sison, Pangasinan; Lubao and Mexico, Pampanga; Angat and Pulilan, Bulacan; Cabiao, Nueva Ecija; Tagapo, Sta. Rosa, Laguna; Laurel, Batangas; Dolores, Quezon; Sablayan, Occ. Mindoro; Brgys. Central, Callocan, Bagong Buhay, Quezon City; Metta Arts, Cubao, Quezon City; Brgy. 128 Tondo and Brgy 645, Manila

Conduct of trainings on Charcoal Briquetting Technology.

Academe

UPLB College of Forestry and Natural Resources Collaborative works in the implementation of projects on bamboo, DNA analyses of forest trees and non-wood species, restoration of forest along waterways, and areas affected by mining, etc.)

UPLB – National Institute of Microbiology and Biotechnology (BIOTECH)

Collaborative works in the implementation of the projects on Biosafety, DNA analyses of forest trees and non-wood species.

UPLB-Institute of Biological Science (IBS) Collaborative works in the implementation of the study on Biosafety, DNA analyses of forest trees and non-wood species.

UPLB- Institute of Plant Breeding (IPB) Collaborative works in the implementation of the study on Biosafety, DNA analyses of forest trees and non-wood species.

UP College of Agriculture Technical cooperation and exchange of information on ENR concerns.

UP Marine Science Institute Technical assistance on the review of project proposal entitled “Development of seaweed health management program for Fame Eucheumatic species in the Philippines”.



Agency Nature of Linkage

De La Salle University, Canlubang Financial support and technical collaboration in the implementation of the study entitled “Tree domestication strategy using selected indigenous species and mycorrhizal application”.

Aurora State College of Technology (ASCOT) Provision of an area for the establishment of 1-ha site for the Mangrove Nipa-crab farming technology project; counterpart labor and/or material resources.

Visayas State University (VSU) Data gathering of 20-year old palasan plantation.

University of San Carlos Technical assistance

Southwestern University Technical assistance

UP Cebu Technical assistance

Bicol University Technical assistance for the establishment of coral reefs in Kapuntukan Reef, Bagacay, Legaspi City.

Non-Government Offices

Partnership in Environmental Management for the Seas (PEMSEA)

Membership to the organization

Philippine Wood Producers Association Technical collaboration in data collection.

Coastal Conservation and Education, Foundation Technical collaboration on matters relative to mangrove.

Private institutions

Country Flower Farm, Tagaytay City Technical collaboration in the establishment of bamboo plantation.

First Philippine Industrial Park Technical collaboration in the development of Forest Park.

Philex Mining Corporation Provision of a 1-ha experimental area within its mine-tailings pond.

Surigao Development Corporation (SUDECOR) Technical collaboration in the collection of data for the study “Determination of the growth, structure and composition of third-growth dipterocarp forest in areas under active TLA/IFMA”.

Industries Development Corporation (IDC)

Cebu Fashion Accessories Manufacturer and Exporters, Inc. (Cebu-FAME)

Technical collaboration on the establishment of Mamalis plantation.

Carmen Copper Corp. Collaborative undertaking on mined-out area for rehabilitation and watershed research.

Paper Industries Corporation of the Philippines (PICOP)

Data source for identified and verified Plus trees.

Bukidnon Forests, Inc. (BFI) Data source for identified and verified Plus trees.



Agency Nature of Linkage

Manila Mining Corporation (MMC) Collaborative works in the rehabilitation of an area inside MMC.

Holcim Philippines Mining Corp. Technical collaboration in the rehabilitation of degraded mining areas.

International Development Agencies

International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO) Financial support and technical collaboration in the implementation of the project “Demonstration and application of production and utilization technology for rattan sustainable development in the ASEAN member countries”.

Program for Biosafety Systems – Biotechnology Biodiversity

Financial support and technical collaboration in the implementation of the study “Ecosystems approach in the assessment of the environmental impacts of Herbicide-tolerant (Ht) corn on wild biodiversity in corn production systems in Luzon, Philippines”.

Southeast Asean Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC)

Provision of secondary data regarding the implementation of the project “Determination of environmental carrying capacity of lake-based aquaculture of Laguna de Bay”.

Society for the Conservation of Philippine Wetlands (SCPW)

Provision of secondary data on bird migration relative to the implementation of the project entitled “Bioecological characterization of migratory waterbirds at urban and peri-urban wetlands in relation to climate change”.

Mekong River Commission

Yamashita Institute for Ornithology

Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Provision of equipment for the Biotechnology (Forest Molecular) Laboratory.

Asia-Pacific Agroforestry Network (APAN)

Asia-Pacific Association of Forestry Research Institutions (APAFRI)

International Network for Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR)

Asia Pacific Network for Global Change Research (APN)

ERDB is a member of the Scientific Planning Group.

Asia Pacific Forestry in Invasive Species Network (APFISN)

Exchange of information regarding the invasive species in the Asia-Pacific Region.

Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation - Australian Agency for International Development (CSIRO-AusAID)

Technical collaboration for the project entitled “Restoration of forest along waterways and land areas affected by mining activities in the Philippines”.

Asian Development Bank (ADB)/Global Environment Facility (GEF)

Funding support (through loan agreement) and financial grant for the Integrated Coastal Resources Management Project (ICRMP) in Region 7.


Employee Title of training/seminar/workshop Sponsor/Venue DateERDB

Marcial C. Amaro, Jr. 16th Meeting of the Board of Trustees and 25th Informal Meeting of Directors and Trustees of Institute of Global Environmental Strategies (IGES)

IGES, Japan February 26-27, 2010

Marcial C. Amaro, Jr. 15th IGM/SPG Meeting APN, Republic of Korea

March 15-16, 2010

Simplicia A. Pasicolan Presented a Paper on “Bird Migration in Relation to Climate Change”

RMI, Inc. (ResearchMinistry International Inc.) California, USA

April 12-22, 2010

Marcial C. Amaro, Jr. Ministerial Workshop on Bamboo and Rattan Sector Development for INBAR Member Countries

INBAR, Shanghai, China

May 20-29, 2010

Honorato G. Palis Katoombra Group XVII Meeting on Payments for Ecosystem Services & Workshop

GTZ Project, Hanoi,Vietnam

June 23-27, 2010

Honoracio O. SanValentin

4th LOOP Coordinating Committee Meeting of ASEANET

ASEANET. KualaLumpur, Malaysia

July 23-27, 2010

Angelito B. Exconde 23rd IUFRO World Congress ERDB Secretary’sFund, Seoul, South Korea

August 23-28, 2010

Simplicia A. Pasicolan Conference and Poster Presentation on “Bird Migration & Ecotourism: Creating Demand for Mekong Wetlands”

Mekong RiverCommission,Ventiane, Lao, PDR

July 29-30, 2010

Marcial C. Amaro, Jr. ASEAN Meeting ASEAN, Hanoi, Vietnam

August 2-6, 2010

Aida B. Lapis 8th Flora Malessiana Symposium RDB International Commitment, Singapore

August 23-27, 2010

Paul J. Cuadra Visit Forest Restoration Sites in Australia Mines

CSIRO-AusAid,Australia

September 19-25,2010

Marcial C. Amaro, Jr. ITTO Meeting ERDB International Commitment, Japan

December 12-16,2010

ERDB and all ERDS Regions

Representatives Asia and the Pacific Symposium on Vulnerability Assessments to National and Anthropogenic Hazards

Traders Hotel, Manila,Pasay City, Philippines

December 7-10, 2010

Annex Table 13. Foreign trainings, workshops, and seminars attended by ERDB employees.


Employee Title of training/seminar/workshop Sponsor/venue Inclusive datesAida B. Lapis Annual Foreign Assisted Project

Assessment and Planning WorkshopCloud 9 Hotel,Antipolo, Rizal

January 19-20, 2010

Iluminada G. LagundaBelen B. BelinaLydia G. BaleteroAureo P. LobinaRosa C. ManipolTeresita C. ErasgaLuzviminda D. Andrade

Year-end Annual Accounting/ Budgeting Seminar Workshop

Clark, Pampanga January 25-29, 2010

Myrnna B. TombocMarilou C. Arcillas

Seminar/Workshop on Preparation andUpdating of Personal Services Itemization and Plantilla of Personnel (PSIPOP) for 2010

DENRCentral Office

January 27-28, 2010

Atty. Alfredo G. del RioBonifacia A. Avanzado

Seminar on Audit Inventory

DENRCentral Office

February 17-19,2010

Myrna B. TombocMa. Shiela G. Dequina

Seminar on Task Force Tagapagligtas LBDCFI February 24, 2010

Cristina D. Apolinar Strategic Human Resource Development Planning Workshop

DENR, RegaliaTower Hotel, Quezon City

February 23-25,2010

Engr. Santiago R. BaconguisMr. Emiliano B. Ramoran

Consultation Workshop for the Preparation of the National ICRM and Biodiversity Conservation Research and Development Agenda

DENR, Camelot Hotel

March 15-16, 2010

Ms. Liberty E. Asis Seminar-Workshop for DENR Information Officers to Strengthen Implementation of IEC Activities of the Department’s Priority Programs

DENR March 9-12, 2010

Belen B. BelinaMyrna B. TombocAureo P. LobinaMarilou C. Arcillas

Personal Services Itemization and Plantilla of Personnel (PSIOPOP) Updating

Cloud 9 Sportsand Leisure Club, Brgy. Sta. CruzSumulong Highway, Antipolo City

March 9-11, 2010

Atty. Alfredo G. Del RioBonifacia B. Avanzado

Agia Midyear Convention Cum Seminar

Quezon City SportsComplex

June 4, 2010

Emma L. EboraLorilyn M. Abrenilla

Training on Personality Development

Praxedez L. Silvoza Training-Workshop for DENR Librarians on the Integration of Library Resources for Data-Sharing and Networking

Baguio City August 14-17, 2010

Myrna B. Tomboc DENR National Conference of HR Practitioners

Region 3 September 28-30,2010

Annex Table 14. Local trainings/workshops/seminars attended by ERDB employees.


Title of forum Venue DateInstitute of Global and Environmental Strategies Hayama, Kanagawa, Japan February 26-27

Asia Pacific Cooperation Jeju, Korea March 13-16

Ministerial workshop on Bamboo and Rattan Sector Beijing, China May 19-30

PCMARRD Stakeholders Meeting for 2011-2016 PCMARRD, Los Baños, Laguna

June 29

Establishment of the ASEAN Centre of Biodiversity (ACB)

Hanoi, Vietnam August 17-18

Roundtable Discussion ASEAN Climate Change Initiative and Policy Dialogue

DFA, Manila August 24

Meeting with Secretary Paje, the DTI Secretary, and Dr. Cooje Hoogendorn DG of INBAR re: Philippine Trade Based Agreement to INBAR

DENR Central Office September 2-3

Roundtable Discussion on ASEAN Climate Change Initiative (ACCI)

Department of Foreign Affairs(DFA)

September 10

Table 15. Membership to scientifi c and technical committees/organizations participated.

Marilou C. Arcillas Jesus M. Balahadia

Membership Group Coordinative Meetings of the Government Services Insurance System (GSIS) Database

RSM Calamba October 1, 2010

Editha P. EusebioJuan B. Ebora

Workshop on DENR National Annual Assessment Cum InformationTechnology (IT) Plan

Metro Manila October 17-20, 2010

Atty. Alfredo G. Del Rio Strategic Planning Workshop Tagaytay City October 26-27, 2010

Employee Title of training/seminar/workshop Sponsor/venue Inclusive dates



Region Date of review No. of Programs/Projects

Ongoing Completed

ERDB Aug. 4-5 29 11

CAR August 5-6 6 7

NCR July 28-30 4 5

R-1 June 18 2 1

R-2 Aug. 3 3

R-3 July 29 2 3

R-4A Áugust 6 5 6

R-4B** July 29 6 7

R-5 July 28-29 7 3

R-6 July 26-28 9 10

R-7 July 27-28 9 6

R-8 Ápril 6 7 2

R-9 July 28-29 3 4

R-10 June 10 6 4

R-11 July 7-9 5 3

R-12 July 29-30 7 1

CARAGA July 28-29 8 4

Total 115 80

Annex Table 16. Programs and projects presented during the in-house review for CY 2010.

ERDB Key Offi cials(January – December 2010)

Planning and Management Information Services Unit

Dr. Editha P. Eusebio OIC Division ChiefMs. Rosemarie P. Lansigan Section Chief, Planning and ProgrammingMr. Juan B. Ebora Section Chief, Monitoring and Evaluation and Statistical ConcernsMs. Gina C. Tocino Section Chief, Management Information Services

Finance and Administrative Services Division

Ms. Belen B. Belina Division ChiefMs. Myrna B. Tomboc Section Chief, HRDMs. Lydia G. Balatero Section Chief, AccountingMr. Aureo P. Lobina Section Chief, BudgetMs. Bienvenida U. Sanchez Section Chief, RecordsMr. Julio E. Panting OIC Section Chief, General ServicesMr. Alberto N. Castillo OIC Section Chief, Property

Los Baños Experiment Station

Mr. Angelito B. Exconde Supervisor

Internal Audit System

Atty. Alfredo G. Del Rio Attorney III and OIC

Forest Ecosystems Research Division

Dr. Leuvina M. Tandug Division ChiefFor. Manolito U. Sy Section Chief, Resource Mensuration and HarvestingFor. Maura D. Dimayuga Section Chief, Forest SilvicultureDr. Elpidio F. Rimando Section Chief, Forest Protection

Dr. Antonio M. Daño Section Chief, Forest Genetics

Upland Farms Ecosystems Research Division

Dr. Aleli M. Luna OIC Division ChiefDr. Rafael T. Cadiz OIC Section Chief, AgroforestryEngr. Pedro C. Atega OIC Section Chief, Community ForestryFor. Monette S. Santos OIC Section Chief, Socio- Economics

Coastal Zone and Freshwater Ecosystems ResearchDivision

Engr. Santiago R. Baconguis Division ChiefDr. Honorato G. Palis Section Chief, Mangrove and Estuarine Ecosystems Dr. Manuel VA. Bravo Section Chief, Inland EcosystemDr. Carmelita I. Villamor Section Chief, Freshwater Ecosystems

Grassland and Degraded Areas Ecosystems Research Division

Dr. Aida B. Lapis OIC Division ChiefDr. Evangeline T. Castillo Section Chief, Management and HydrologyMs. Maria dP. Dayan OIC Section Chief, Land Rehabilitation

Technology Development Division

Mr. Eliseo M. Baltazar OIC Division ChiefMs. Veronica O. Sinohin Section Chief, Technology Verification and UtilizationMr. Francisco R. Cabrera OIC Section Chief, Technology Documentation and Packaging

For. Marcial C. Amaro, Jr. DirectorFor. Levi V. Florido OIC Assistant Director

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