Kabankalan City Environment & Natural Resources Office

09/02/2026

From Shampoo Bottle to Park Bench

In Singapore, everyday plastic waste is getting a second life. Park benches are now coated with melted shampoo bottles and other post-consumer plastics, creating a durable, colorful, and glossy finish that protects the wood from tropical heat and moisture.

This is more than clever design. It is circular economy in action:

Waste turned into value – Shampoo bottles and discarded plastics are transformed into functional urban furniture instead of ending up in landfills or incinerators.

Resilient and vibrant infrastructure – The coated benches withstand harsh weather, adding both color and durability to public spaces.

Visible circular impact – Residents can literally sit on a solution that keeps materials in use longer while promoting sustainability.

Small ideas can carry big messages. Singapore’s benches demonstrate that everyday items can become assets, and that urban design and waste management can work hand in hand.

Imagine if every city approached waste this way: turning problems into public solutions, one bench at a time. Sustainability is not just about recycling—it is about reimagining how materials flow through our lives.

Images are generated by AI and for demonstration purposes only.

Source: Sustainability Circle, 2025

03/02/2026

KENRO supports World Wetlands Day!!! Our Environment... our Responsibility.

World Wetlands Day 2026 💧🌿

From marshes and rivers to mangroves and rice paddies, wetlands sustain communities, nature, and culture.

Help preserve our wetlands today!
Learn more: https://www.worldwetlandsday.org/

01/02/2026

♻️🌱 KENRO Zero Waste Forum | 25 Years of RA 9003 🌱♻️

In celebration of the 25th Signing Anniversary of Republic Act 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act), the Kabankalan Environment and Natural Resources Office (KENRO) successfully conducted its Zero Waste Forum, participated by various stakeholders, schools, barangays, and business enterprises, reaffirming the City’s commitment to sustainable waste management and environmental stewardship.

The forum was graced by our Inspirational Speaker, OIC–Regional Director of the Environmental Management Bureau–NIR, Forester Vicente S. Losbañes, whose message strengthened our collective resolve to protect the environment through responsible and inclusive solid waste management.

We also extend our appreciation to our Waste Forum Resource Speaker, Ms. Lemar M. Ledesma, represented by Atty. Ragem V. Ymballa of Subay Marketing, for sharing valuable insights on waste diversion and private sector collaboration.

The activity was made more meaningful with the full support of City Mayor Benjie M. Miranda, represented by equally supportive Vice Mayor Divinagracia S. Miranda, whose unwavering support continues to empower KENRO’s waste management initiatives and environmental programs.

📌 Key highlights of the event include:

✍️ MOA Signing between the City Government of Kabankalan and Subay Marketing, Inc.

🚀 Launching of the Waste Diversion App of Subay Marketing

♻️ Ceremonial Collection of Plastic Waste from KENRO and contributing stakeholders:

1. Kabankalan Catholic College

2. Fellowship Baptist College

3. Top Contributing Barangay: Barangay 9 with 112 kg of PET plastics and 312 kg of mixed plastics.

KENRO expresses its utmost appreciation to Punong Barangay Darius Jaranilla for his strong leadership, commitment, and exemplary waste management practices—serving as an inspiration to other barangays.

The forum also marked the Official Launch of Project “Gugma kag Kabalaka sa Basura”, which gained overwhelming support and interest from stakeholders, particularly public and private schools and business enterprises, symbolized by the Ceremonial Signing of the Covenant of Support.

The program concluded on a high note with the Launching of the Official Solid Waste Management Collection Jingle, energizing participants and reinforcing the call for collective action.

Special thanks to, Kabankalan National High School and Kabankalan Catholic College for their wonderful special performances during the program.

Together, we move forward—with love and concern for our environment, strengthened partnerships, and a shared vision for a zero waste and sustainable Kabankalan. 🌍♻️

AIM HIGHER KABANKALAN!!!

01/02/2026

🌱 Gratitude in Action....
Zero Waste Month 2026 🌱

Our heartfelt appreciation and sincere gratitude to all stakeholders, barangays, business establishments, schools, government agencies, civic and people’s organizations who actively supported and participated in the Clean-Up Drive conducted in celebration of Zero Waste Month last January 30, 2026.

This collective effort reflects our shared commitment to environmental responsibility, proper waste management, and community stewardship. Every helping hand, every shared resource, and every act of cooperation made this initiative meaningful and impactful.

✨ Special thanks to the Kabankalan Eagles Club and PNP Kabankalan for working hand in hand with the KENRO–Solid Waste Management Team in the massive clean-up of identified sections along Kabankalan–Bais Road, covering areas from So. Overflow, Barangay Hilamonan to Barangay 9. Your dedication and teamwork truly set an example of unity in action.

Together, we prove that caring for the environment is a shared responsibility. May this collaboration continue to inspire stronger partnerships as we work towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable Kabankalan. ♻️🌍

Madamo gd nga salamat kag padayon sa pagbinuligay para sa aton palibot!
Aim Higher Kabankalan!!!

29/01/2026

APPRECIATION & CALL TO ACTION!!!

PROJECT GUGMA KAG KABALAKA SA BASURA 💚🌍

Today, we extend our deepest gratitude to the academic institutions:
FELLOWSIP BAPTIST COLLEGE, SOUTHLAND COLLEGE, FORTRESS COLLEGE, DepEd KABANKALAN , and KABANKALAN NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, who have signify support and soon to adopt the Project Gugma kag Kabalaka sa Basura — our community-driven waste segregation and plastic collection initiative.

Your partnership has not only strengthened our mission to reduce plastic waste but has also helped spark environmental consciousness and meaningful action among students, educators, and the larger community. 🙌

To the teachers who will integrating environmental stewardship into classroom discussions, to the students who brought in segregated plastics with enthusiasm, and to the school leaders who championed our cause — thank you for showing that education and community engagement go hand in hand in protecting our environment. 📘♻️

Your involvement echoes the growing importance of academic participation in sustainability efforts — as seen in other successful youth-led environmental initiatives that promote responsible waste management and community action.

🌱 A Call for Broader Support and Participation...

We also call on other stakeholders — especially waste generators across our community — to join this collaborative effort. ✨

Together with schools, businesses, organizations, and every citizen who cares about our shared home, we can:

✅ Reduce the amount of plastic entering our waste rivers and stream,
✅ Promote circular economy through recycling and up-cycling and community incentives,
✅ Build habits that protect our natural resources,
✅ Inspire others to act boldly and responsibly for the environment 🌎

Let’s continue this journey side by side, with hearts full of “Gugma kag Kabalaka” — love and care for our environment. 💚♻️

📌 To learn how you can participate or partner with us, visit the project info booth at the public plaza or visit KENRO.

23/01/2026

💚 STRONG PARTNERSHIPS FOR A CLEANER KABANKALAN ♻️👌

The Kabankalan Environment and Natural Resources Office (KENRO) extends its heartfelt appreciation to Kabankalan Catholic College (KCC) for its full and unwavering support and partnership in advancing our Program on Integrated Solid Waste Management and IEC Enhancement, through the project “GUGMA KAG KABALAKA SA BASURA.”

We especially acknowledge Ms. Roxanne A. Cabarubias, LPT, MAEd, BSEd Mathematics Program Director, for her leadership, commitment, and active representation of KCC in this shared advocacy—strengthening environmental awareness and responsibility within the academic community.

This meaningful collaboration comes at a timely moment as we gear up for the ZERO WASTE MONTH activities this January 30, 2026, reinforcing our collective call for proper waste management, waste reduction, and sustainable practices.

We call for more partnerships, program support, and collaborative efforts with all waste generators and stakeholders as we work together to address the waste management challenges of our city—because protecting the environment is a shared responsibility.

Madamo gd nga salamat kag padayon lang kita sa aton Gugma kag Kabalaka sa Basura!🌱♻️👍

23/01/2026

Gratitude in Action 💚

Our heartfelt appreciation to the KENRO–Solid Waste Management personnel and CDRRMO personnel for their diligent, patient, and tireless efforts in ensuring that our city plaza remains clean, fresh, and presentable after the Golden Celebration of the Sinulog sa Kabankalan.

For the 3rd day...from early hours to extended clean-up operations, your commitment and perseverance truly reflect your dedication to public service and environmental stewardship. Because of you, the spirit of celebration continues—this time through cleanliness, order, and care for our shared spaces.

Thank you for being the silent heroes behind a successful and responsible celebration. 🌿♻️

Thank you so much Mayor Benjie Miranda and VM Divinagracia Miranda and the City Council for your continued support in all evironmental efforts and activities of KENRO.

Gugma kag kabalaka sa basura para sa mas matahum nga Kabankalan.

21/01/2026

ON-GOING CLEAN-UP OPERATION | As of this moment

KENRO- Kabankalan Environment and Natural Resources Office, together with GSO personnel, BFP, CDRRMO, and OCA, is currently conducting a joint clean-up operation at the city plaza as part of the post–50th Sinulog sa Kabankalan Festival waste management initiatives.

Bayanihan in action for a cleaner and more presentable Kabankalan. ♻️🌿

16/12/2025

🌱 Turning Care into Action:
Bringing Gugma kag Kabalaka sa Basura in the Community!!!

Project Gugma kag Kabalaka sa Basura (PGK–sa Basura), led by Engr. Glicerio T. Cabatac and Engr. Randy F. Siason, En.P., continues to grow through strong collaboration with LGU offices.

Recently, PGK–sa Basura partnered with CSWDO, headed by CSWDO Cyril Ramos, through Cherrypie De Guzman, together with the City Engineer’s Office and Barangay Council of Hilamonan, by integrating the program into the Cash for Work initiative in Purok Paraiso, Brgy. Hilamonan—focusing on proper waste collection, segregation, and disposal, especially plastic waste.

This collaboration strengthens community participation and promotes responsible citizenship toward a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable Kabankalan.

More initiatives are coming soon, including Basura Baylo Bugas and Basura Baylo School Supplies under KENRO.

Aim Higher, Kabankalan. 🌿

11/12/2025

💚 Thank You, KALAMAY- Our Tourism Enterprises Partner!

Our heartfelt appreciation to all our Tourism Enterprises, especially KALAMAY, for your strong support and utmost willingness to participate for the "Project: Gugma kag Kabalaka sa Basura" Promo Card Initiative.

Your commitment to this advocacy—and the additional innovations you are introducing—greatly strengthens our efforts toward responsible waste management.

Your participation inspires more partners to join this meaningful initiative.

Stay tuned for the official announcement of KALAMAY for the mechanics—more exciting updates coming soon! 🌿♻️✨

09/12/2025

☕💚 Madamo guid nga salamat, Kapehan ni Roney!

Thank you for showing your support and participating in our Project: Gugma kag Kabalaka sa Basura Promo Card.

Your involvement inspires more businesses and community members to take part in responsible waste management and environmental protection.

Together, let’s continue building a cleaner, greener, sustainable and more caring Kabankalan. 🌿♻️

08/12/2025

KENRO fully supports, todays Light On Ceremony with Community Action!!!

✨ Be part of the TEST RUN of PROJECT GUGMA kag KABALAKA sa BASURA Promo Card — businesses and residents, your support matters.

THANK YOU♡ Mayor Benjie M. Miranda, VM Divinagracia Miranda and the City Council for the full support.

🎁 Thank you Santé Barley Kabankalan — free coffee/juice for the first 50 who get the GUGMA kag KABALAKA promo card.

Visit our PGK- Booth in front of ABC Hall, Public Plaza. Don’t miss out!

AIM HIGHER KABANKALAN!!!