 Know the importance of conserving our natural resources

and the existing natural environment

 Acquire knowledge of pollution and environmental
degradation
 Enumerate values for environmental protection
 Be actively involved in environmental decision-making
 Explain the 7 principles of environment
 Discuss your role in environmental protection and
management
 can be defined as a sum total of all the living
and non-living elements and their effects that
influence human life. While all living or biotic
elements are animals, plants, forests, fisheries, and
birds, non-living or abiotic elements include water,
land, sunlight, rocks, and air.
 is the practice of protecting the natural environment by
individuals, groups and governments. Its objectives are to
conserve natural resources and the existing natural
environment and, where it is possible, to repair damage and
reverse trends. Due to the pressures of overconsumption,
population growth and technology, the biophysical
environment is being degraded, sometimes permanently.
This has been recognized, and governments have begun
placing restraints on activities that cause environmental
degradation.
 Man's environment consists of natural resources: air, land,
water, plants, and animals
 Industrialization and civilization have disturbed nature
 Results in environmental pollution that cannot be naturally
processed
 Two main categories of human activities causing problems:
 Unsustainable resource utilization and contamination
 Waste discharge beyond earth's capacity to absorb
 Water and air pollution
 Health problems
 Biodiversity loss
 Deterioration of buildings and monuments
 Soil fertility loss
 Desertification
 Ozone depletion
 Stockholm Declaration (1972) - "Magna Carta" of
environmental protection
 Series of global efforts for environmental protection
 Environmental protection is now a global concern
 Growing public awareness and scientific warnings
 Government legislation to combat pollution
Everything is connected to everything else.
 All biotic and abiotic components interact in ecosystems
 Any external intrusion may cause system imbalance
 All forms of life are important.
 Each organism plays a fundamental role in nature
 Even "unlovely" creatures have important ecological functions
 Everything must go somewhere.
 Nothing just disappears - everything ends up elsewhere
 Example: Candy wrapper doesn't cease to exist when thrown away
 Ours is a finite earth.
 Earth's resources are either renewable or non-renewable
 Renewable resources can be replenished if not overused or
polluted.
 Nature knows best.
 Most basic principle of all
 Humans must understand and follow nature's rules
 Disrupting natural cycles brings ecosystem imbalance.
 Nature is beautiful and we are stewards of God’s creation.
 Humans are made in God's image with dominion over creation
 Creation exists to be cared for, not abused
 Everything changes.
 Environment constantly changes, organisms develop through time
 Human technology affects natural changes, often problematicall
 Chain Saw Act of 2002, Republic Act No. 9175
 The state shall therefore regulate the ownership, possession, sale,
transfer, importation and/or use of chain saws to prevent them from
being used in illegal logging or unauthorized clearing of forests.
 Philippine Plant Variety Protection Act of 2002, Republic Act No.
9168
 The state recognizes that an effective intellectual property system
in general and the development of new plant variety in particular is
vital in attaining food security for the country.
 Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act, Republic
Act No. 9147
 Is an act providing for the conservation and protection of wildlife
resources and their habitats, appropriating funds therefor and for
other purposes.
 Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000, Republic Act No.
9003
 An Act Providing for An Ecological Solid Waste Management
Program, Creating the Necessary Institutional Mechanisms and
Incentives, Declaring Certain Acts Prohibited and Providing
Penalties, Appropriating Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes.
 Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999, Republic Act No. 8749
 It is a comprehensive air quality management policy and program
which aims to achieve and maintain healthy air for all Filipinos.
 Philippine Fisheries Code of 1998, Republic Act No. 8550
 An Act Providing for the Development, Management And
Conservation of the Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Integrating
All Laws Pertinent Thereto, and for Other Purposes.
 Animal Welfare Act of 1998, Republic Act No. 8485
 An Act to Promote Animal Welfare In The Philippines
 Agriculture & Fisheries Modernization Act of 1997, Republic Act No.
8435
 An Act Prescribing Urgent Related Measures to Modernize the
Agriculture and Fisheries Sectors of the Country In Order to Enhance
Their Profitability, and Prepare Said Sectors for the Challenges of
Globalization Through An Adequate, Focused and Rational Delivery of
Necessary Support Services, Appropriating Funds Therefor and for
Other Purposes
 The Indigenous Peoples Rights Act of 1997, Republic Act No. 8371
 An Act to Recognize, Protect and Promote the Rights of Indigenous
Cultural Communities/ Indigenous Peoples, Creating A National
Commission on Indigenous Peoples, Establishing Implementing
Mechanisms, Appropriating Funds Therefor, and for Other Purposes
 An Act for Salt Iodization Nationwide (ASIN), Republic Act No. 8172
 An Act Promoting Salt Iodization Nationwide and For Related
Purposes
 Coconut Preservation Act of 1995, Republic Act No. 8048
 An Act Providing for the Regulation of the Cutting of Coconut Trees,
Its Replenishment, Providing Penalties Therefor and for Other
Purposes
 The Water Crisis Act of 1995, Republic Act No. 8041
 This Act Shall Be Shown As the "National Water Crisis Act Of 1995.“
 High-Value Crops Development Act Of 1995, Republic Act No. 7900
 An Act to Promote the Production, Processing, Marketing and
Distribution of High-Valued Crops, Providing Funds Therefor, and
for Other Purposes.
 National Integrated Protected Areas System Act of 1992, Republic Act
No. 7586
 primarily aims “to secure for the Filipino people of present and
future generations the perpetual existence of all native plants and
animals through the establishment of a comprehensive system of
integrated protected areas within the classification of national park
as provided for in the Constitution.”
 Seed Industry Development Act of 1992, Republic Act No. 7308
 An Act to Promote and Develop the Seed Industry in the Philippines
and Create A National Seed Industry Council and for Other
Purposes
 Toxic Substances & Hazardous & Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990
 Republic Act No. 6969 To control, supervise and regulate activities
on toxic chemicals and hazardous waste.
 National Water & Air Pollution Control Commission Act, Republic Act
No. 3931
 The Act declares as national policy "to maintain reasonable
standards of purity for the waters and of this country with their
utilization for domestic, agricultural, industrial and other legitimate
purposes“
 Withdrawal of Lead in Gasoline, Presidential Decree No. 2001
 Establishing a Program to Gradually Withdraw the Use of Tetraethyl
Lead in Gasoline and, As Substitute Therefor, to Use Ethanol
 Environmental Impact Statement System, Presidential Decree No.
1586
 It aims to protect the environment despite the increasing demand
of natural resources and development to attain sustainability.
 Plant Quarantine Law of 1978, Presidential Decree No. 1433
 Promulgating the Plant Quarantine Law Of 1978, Thereby Revising
and Consolidating Existing Plant Quarantine Laws to Further
Improve and Strengthen the Plant Quarantine Service of the Bureau
of Plant Industry
 The Coral Resources Development & Conservation Decree,
Presidential Decree No. 1219
 Providing for the Exploration, Exploitation, Utilization and
Conservation of Coral Resources.
 Philippine Environment Code, Presidential Decree No. 1152
 The Philippine Environmental Code is a body of laws settling forth
management policies and prescribing quality standards for the
environment in its totality. It has declared two-fold policies relative
to our natural resources
 Philippine Environmental Policy, Presidential Decree No. 1151
 The purpose of this decree is to formulate an intensive, integrated
program of environmental protection through the requirement of
environmental impact assessments and statements. Every individual shall
be responsible in contributing to the preservation and enhancement of
the Philippine environment. As provided for in Section 4, all agencies of
the national government, including government-owned or controlled
corporations, as well as private corporations, firms and entities, shall
prepare an environmental impact statement for every project which may
significantly affect the quality of the environment.
 The Water Code of the Philippines, Presidential Decree No. 1067
 The underlying principles of this code are: a. All waters belong to the
State. The utilization, exploitation, development, conservation and
protection of water resources shall be subject to the control and
regulation of the government through the National Water Resources
Council, hereinafter referred to as the Council.
 National Pollution Control Commission, Presidential Decree No. 984
 Providing for the Revision of Republic Act No. 3931, Commonly
Known as the Pollution Control Law, and for Other Purposes.
 Marine Pollution Decree of 1976, Presidential Decree No. 979
 Providing for the Revision of Presidential Decree No. 600
Governing Marine Pollution
 Code on Sanitation of the Philippines, Presidential Decree No. 856
 Empower the Department of Health with the following powers and
functions: Extend maximum health services to the people in rural
areas and provide medical care to those who cannot afford it by
reason of poverty.
 Penalty for Improper Garbage Disposal, Presidential Decree No. 825
 Providing Penalty for Improper Disposal of Garbage and Other
Forms of Uncleanliness and for Other Purposes.
 Philippine Fisheries Code of 1975, Presidential Decree No. 704
 Increasing the penalties for certain forms of illegal fishing, dealing
in illegally caught fish or fishery/aquatic products, and for other
purposes.
 Revised Coast Guard Law, Presidential Decree No. 601
 Providing for the Revision of Republic Act Numbered 5173
Commonly Known as the Coast Guard Law, Consolidating
Fragmented Functions and for Other Purposes
 The Fisheries Act , Act No. 4003
 This Act provides for the protection and conservation of fishery
resources such as the declaration of open and closed seasons,
protection of fry or fish eggs.
 Act No. 3983
 An Act to Protect Wild Flowers and Plants in the Philippine Islands
and to Prescribe Conditions Under Which They May be Collected,
Kept, Sold, Exported, and for Other Purposes.
 Prohibition Against Cutting of Tindalo, Akli & Molave Trees, Act No.
3572
 An Act to prohibit the cutting of tindalo, akle or molave trees, under
certain conditions, and to penalize violations thereof.
 Task Force Pawikan, Executive Order No. 542 (President Ferdinand E.
Marcos)
 The Order institutes a Task Force Pawikan in order to enforce existing
rules and regulations on the protection of marine turtles from extinction,
 Executive Order No. 247 [1995]) - President Fidel V. Ramos
 Guidelines on Biological & Genetic Resources

 Environmental Impact Statement System - Areas/Types of Projects ,

Proclamation No. 2146
 Proclaiming Certain Areas and Types of Projects as Environmentally
Critical and Within the Scope of the Environmental Impact
 Regulations for the Conservation of Marine Turtles Bureau of Forest
Development Circular No. 08
 These rules restrict the issuing of new permits for collecting, gathering,
utilizing, possessing, of marine turtles, turtle eggs and its by-products in
specified areas.
Conserve trees and forests in your area.
 Forests and trees-especially big trees and mature
forests-have many benefits. They provide habitat
for a multitude of species, store carbon, maintain
water quality, stabilize the climate, and provide
places for people to recreate and connect with
nature.
Plant trees-the more the better!
 Reforestation is a critical part of the solution to
climate change, and restoring previously
degraded ecosystems provides essential habitat
for threatened species.
Learn about forests, both local and global.
Educate yourself about forests, their importance, and
the threats they face. The more you learn about these
wonderful ecosystems, the more you can appreciate their
beauty, complexity, and critical role in our planet's health.
With your newfound knowledge, you can also inspire others
to take action! There are many excellent books, websites,
and documentaries out there to explore.
Visit forests often.
 Spend time in forests and green spaces; they are awe-
inspiring. You will have a greater appreciation for and
connection with the natural world, as well as positive
effects on your health and well-being.
Teach kids about forests through books and outdoor
exploration.
 Kids are the future-inspire in them a love of our planet.
Read books about trees, teach them about forest
ecosystems or, better yet, explore a park with them! Not
only is nature good for kids, exposure to nature as
children is correlated with positive environmental
attitudes as adults.
Share your love of forests with others.
 One of the most powerful causes of forest destruction is
ignorance. As ancient trees fall around the world and our
society becomes increasingly separated from nature by
cities and screens, we must all do our part to spread the
word about the importance of forest ecosystems.
 Most activities that can be perceived as violations of
forest resource protection are not inherently wrong or bad.
Unauthorized logging, land clearance, setting fires, hunting
and other potentially unwanted activities may, at some time
and in some places, be legal, desirable and even promoted.
Where they are unwanted, they acquire their illegality only
in reference to violations of specific prohibitions and, in
some legal frameworks, after specific judicial determination
that they contravene those prohibitions. From a practical
point of view, however, the importance of forest resource
protection violations can be classified in a number of ways.
Categories of forest resource violations
 Logging in breach of a permit, plan or contract,
regulation, or law
 Wildland arson
 Wildlife poaching
 Non-timber forest products in breach of
regulation, plan, or law
Consequences of forest resource violations
 Forest destruction and degradation
 Loss of revenue and economic development
 Social consequences
Prevention:
 Sound policy framework
 Forest management unit (FMU) level prevention
 Public education and awareness campaigns
 Maintain order in forests and protected areas
 Increase revenue from authorized activities
 Prevent damage from violations
 Meet sustainable yield targets
 Public involvement through education
 Increase skill levels of forest technicians
Modern Forest Protection Tools:
• Community involvement and social forestry
• Legal and judicial reform
• Tree and log marking/tracking systems
• Remote sensing and GPS monitoring
• Forest certification schemes
• Computerized tracking systems
Global Water Crisis:
 1 in 3 people lack access to safe drinking water
 2 out of 5 people lack basic handwashing facilities
 673+ million people practice open defecation
 1 in 4 health care facilities lacks basic water
services
 2.4 billion people lack access to basic sanitation
Water Conservation Objectives:
[Link] availability for future generations
1. Withdrawal doesn't exceed natural replacement rate
[Link] conservation
1. Water treatment facilities consume significant energy
2. Over 15% of electricity in some regions
[Link] conservation
1. Preserving freshwater habitats for wildlife
2. Maintaining water quality
 Key Conservation Activities:
 Reduce water loss, use, and waste
 Avoid damage to water quality
 Improve water management practices
 Rainwater harvesting: Ponds, canals, filtration
systems
 Groundwater protection: Prevent contamination
 Sustainable groundwater use: Avoid over-
pumping
 Water-Saving Technology for Homes:
 Low-flow shower heads
 Low-flush and dual flush toilets
 Faucet aerators
 High-efficiency clothes washers
 Weather-based irrigation controllers
 Rainwater harvesting systems
 Swimming pool covers
 Automatic faucets
Business Water-Saving Applications:
 Waterless urinals and car washes
 Infrared or foot-operated taps
 Pressurized water brooms
 X-ray film processor re-circulation
 Cooling tower conductivity controllers
 Water-saving steam sterilizers
 Rain water harvesting systems
 Why Youth Matter:
 Large part of world's population
 Will live longer with consequences of current decisions
 Future generations affected by today's decisions
 Can influence families and communities
 Youth Capabilities:
 Change lifestyle and environmental impact
 Make homes, schools, organizations eco-friendly
 Adopt environmentally friendly practices
 Lead recycling and conservation efforts
 In House Conservation:
 Close running tap water when not needed
 Use dishwasher efficiently
 Turn off lights and save electricity
 Open windows for natural light and warmth
 Seek energy efficiency presentations
 Recycling and Reusing:
 Give away unwanted materials to organizations
 Reuse furniture creatively
 Recycle paper, plastics, glass, metals
 Choose reusable water bottles over plastic
 With Transport:
 Carpooling: Share rides with friends, neighbors,
relatives
 Vehicle maintenance: Regular servicing reduces
pollution
 Work from home: When possible, reduce travel
 Benefits:
 Reduces pollution 3-4 times per shared vehicle
 Saves money on fuel and travel costs
 Provides quality family time
 Minimizes carbon footprint
Key Takeaways:
 Environmental protection is everyone's responsibility
 Small individual actions create significant collective
impact
 Youth have the power to change the future
 Understanding environmental principles guides better
decisions
 Conservation and protection must be integrated into
daily life
"The environment is not something separate from us; we
are part of it, and it is part of us."