CITY OF MALOLOS, Bulacan – In an aim to demonstrate environmental commitment, the Provincial Government of Bulacan, through the Bulacan Environment and Natural Resources Office (BENRO), led a major reforestation drive in celebration of Arbor Day 2025, wherein 1,000 native tree seedlings were planted on June 25 in Sitio Payapa, Barangay Camachin, Doña Remedios Trinidad (DRT).
Held under the banner “Kalikasan ay Buhay: Ating Pangalagaan, Ating Pagyamanin”, the initiative underscored Bulacan’s intensified efforts to combat climate change, restore degraded forestlands, and foster environmental stewardship among local communities.
The tree planting was a collaborative effort between BENRO, Board Member for Indigenous Peoples Liberato P. Sembrano, the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) of DRT, local barangay officials of Brgy. Camachin, and tribal leaders from the Remontado community, reinforcing the vital role of multisectoral partnerships in sustainable environmental programs.
“This is more than just a ceremonial planting. Each tree symbolizes a commitment—a shared responsibility to protect our natural heritage and ensure a livable environment for future generations,” Governor Daniel R. Fernando said.
He emphasized the long-term impact of collective environmental action saying, “Bawat puno po nating itinanim ay binhi ng pag-asa para sa kinabukasan ng mga Bulakenyo,”.
Atty. Julius Victor C. Degala, BENRO department head, stressed the lasting value of reforestation work.
“Hindi man natin agad makita ang magiging bunga ng ating pagtatanim, tiyak na darating ang panahon na ang mga punong ito ay magiging lilim sa init, panangga sa baha, at tagapangalaga ng ating kapaligiran.”
Beyond the environmental benefits, the activity also served to raise public awareness, mobilize youth and community participation, and strengthen ties with Indigenous Peoples and local leaders, ensuring that tree-growing becomes an ongoing commitment rather than a one-day event.
Also held on the same day was the Multi-Stakeholder’s Advisory Committee (MSAC) Tree Planting Activity in Barangay Peñabatan, Pulilan, led by the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), further reinforcing Bulacan’s province-wide momentum for reforestation and climate resilience.
As climate challenges intensify, Bulacan continues to lead by example, showing that planting trees is planting hope—and that a greener tomorrow begins with the choices we make today.
