In celebration of the International Coastal Clean Up 2022, DILG-7 joins the nations in advocating awareness for trash-free seas and engagement of the community in combating household waste in the coastal communities, dubbed as “Fighting for Trash-Free Seas – Pilipinas: Ending the Flow of Trash at The Source” today at the Mactan Shrine, Lapu-Lapu City.
The activity was initiated by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in collaboration with the local government of Lapu-Lapu City, various National Government Agencies (NGAs) and stakeholders with an aim to reduce marine litters in the coastal areas within Lapu-Lapu City.
Personnel from DILG-7 led by FAD Chief Atty. Ferdinand Albaño and PDMU Chief Rommel Correa participated in the said activity.
Annualy in the 3rd week of September marks the celebration of the International Coastal Clean Up by virtue of Presidential Proclamation No. 470 consistent with Presidential Proclamation No. 244 declaring September as the National Clean Up Month.