EMB Western Visayas Region

EMB Western Visayas Region Its mission is to restore, protect, and enhance environmental quality towards good public health, environmental integrity, and economic viability.
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Initially established as a supporting body for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources in 1987, the Philippine Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) became a line bureau with its own offices and independent enforcement authority in 2002. EMB is guided by the vision of a nation empowered to protect its finite natural resources in pursuit of sustainable development, to ensure a healthy e

nvironment that enhances the Filipino quality of life for present and future generations. EMB is the national authority in the Philippines that sets air and water quality standards and monitors ambient and point source pollutants. It manages hazardous and toxic wastes under the Toxic Substances, Hazardous and Nuclear Waste Control Act and implements the Philippine Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) system. To promote compliance with environmental standards, EMB has innovated an approach to engage industry and environmental agencies in voluntary self-regulation. Under the Philippine Environmental Partnership Program, the EMB provides a suite of technical and regulatory assistance as an incentive for industry to explore and implement cost-effective and sustainable pollution management strategies. EMB has also made public participation and transparency key elements of its EIA system, involving affected communities and stakeholders at various stages of project developments to ensure safe, smart, and sustainable development. EMB operates offices at the central, regional, provincial and community levels throughout the Philippines.

𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑 πŽππ„ππ’ π„ππ•πˆ πŒπŽππ“π‡ πŸπŸŽπŸπŸ”, 𝐒𝐄𝐓𝐒 πŒπŽππ“π‡-π‹πŽππ† π€π‚π“πˆπ•πˆπ“πˆπ„π’The Department of Environment and Natural Resources Region VI (DEN...
02/06/2026

𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐑 πŽππ„ππ’ π„ππ•πˆ πŒπŽππ“π‡ πŸπŸŽπŸπŸ”, 𝐒𝐄𝐓𝐒 πŒπŽππ“π‡-π‹πŽππ† π€π‚π“πˆπ•πˆπ“πˆπ„π’

The Department of Environment and Natural Resources Region VI (DENR VI) opens Environment Month celebration on June 1, 2026 at the DENR VI Courtyard.

After its Monday Morning Program, officials and employees of DENR Region VI gathered for the official opening of the Environment Month 2026 with the theme β€œBayanihang Mapagkalinga Sa Kapaligiran”. Set of activities were laid out including mangrove planting activities and coastal clean-up among others which the public may also join and participate in.

The month-long celebration is expected to push through several activities that will enhance environmental awareness, encourage behavioral change, and inspire communities to actively engage in sustainable practices.



π„πŒπ π•πˆ 𝐆𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐖𝐕 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒 π…πŽπ‘ 𝐍𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐅𝐒 πŽππ‹πˆππ„ πŽπ‘πˆπ„ππ“π€π“πˆπŽπEnvironmental Management Bureau Region VI Environmental Educatio...
02/06/2026

π„πŒπ π•πˆ 𝐆𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐖𝐕 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐒 π…πŽπ‘ 𝐍𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐅𝐒 πŽππ‹πˆππ„ πŽπ‘πˆπ„ππ“π€π“πˆπŽπ

Environmental Management Bureau Region VI Environmental Education and Information Unit (EEIU) gathers elementary, high school, and college/university teachers in Western Visayas for an Orientation for the National Search for Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Schools (NSSEFS). The orientation was held through an online platform on May 26, 2026.

Ms. Nikki Ann C. Guillen-Ebreo, Public Relations Officer of EMB VI-EEIU, discussed the goals, guidelines, and criteria of the globally known sustainable schools programme adapted by the Philippines through its National Search for Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Schools. She also presented mechanics, selection process, categories and prizes of the contest emphasizing that schools in Western Visayas have consistently won for several years since its launching in 2009.

Invited speakers from the contest’s 2019 winner, 3/E Bernard M. Sorbito Jr., Unit IMS Head, and Ms. Amabel B. Subong, Pollution Control Officer, of John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation-Bacolod (JBLCF-Bacolod) shared their experiences and proudly presented their sustainable practices that helped them win as 2nd Runner-Up in the NSSEFS National Level. JBLCF-Bacolod also won Energy Leadership Award and Nestle Water Leadership Award through their Integrated Environmental Management Program (IEMP) Implementation incorporated into the school’s operations.

The Orientation served as a venue for schools in Western Visayas to venture more into environmental sustainability projects and programs and further inspire them to join the next National Search for Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Schools.

Based on today’s ambient air quality monitoring at the Garden of Love Monitoring Station (Iloilo), air quality remains w...
02/06/2026

Based on today’s ambient air quality monitoring at the Garden of Love Monitoring Station (Iloilo), air quality remains within the β€œGOOD” category of the Air Quality Index (AQI). This means pollutant levels are low, and the air is generally considered safe for the public, including sensitive groups.

Air quality conditions may vary due to changing pollution sources and meteorological factors. EMB Region VI remains committed to providing timely updates and will issue further advisories as necessary.

28/05/2026

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Air Quality Update: Metro Iloilo Airshed (May 28, 2026)Based on today’s ambient air quality monitoring at the Garden of ...
28/05/2026

Air Quality Update: Metro Iloilo Airshed (May 28, 2026)

Based on today’s ambient air quality monitoring at the Garden of Love Monitoring Station (Iloilo), air quality remains within the β€œGOOD” category of the Air Quality Index (AQI). This means pollutant levels are low, and the air is generally considered safe for the public, including sensitive groups.

Air quality conditions may vary due to changing pollution sources and meteorological factors. EMB Region VI remains committed to providing timely updates and will issue further advisories as necessary.

Air Quality Update: Metro Iloilo Airshed (May 27, 2026)Based on today’s ambient air quality monitoring across Metro Iloi...
27/05/2026

Air Quality Update: Metro Iloilo Airshed (May 27, 2026)

Based on today’s ambient air quality monitoring across Metro Iloilo Airshed monitoring stations, air quality remains within the β€œGOOD” category of the Air Quality Index (AQI). This means pollutant levels are low, and the air is generally considered safe for the public, including sensitive groups.

Air quality conditions may vary due to changing pollution sources and meteorological factors. EMB Region VI remains committed to providing timely updates and will issue further advisories as necessary.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
26/05/2026

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Air Quality Update: Metro Iloilo Airshed (May 26, 2026)Based on today’s ambient air quality monitoring conducted at the ...
26/05/2026

Air Quality Update: Metro Iloilo Airshed (May 26, 2026)

Based on today’s ambient air quality monitoring conducted at the Garden of Love Monitoring Station in Iloilo City and the Pavia Monitoring Station in Pavia, air quality in both areas remains within the β€œGOOD” category of the Air Quality Index (AQI).

This indicates that pollutant concentrations are low and pose little to no health risk to the general public, including children, older persons, and individuals with respiratory or heart conditions. Residents and visitors may continue normal outdoor activities.

The Environmental Management Bureau Region VI continuously monitors ambient air quality to help safeguard public health and the environment. However, air quality conditions may still change depending on traffic volume, weather conditions, open burning, and other pollution sources.

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DENR Compound, Parola Street
Iloilo City
5000

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm

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+63333366989

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