Tanggol Kalikasan Inc.

09/10/2026

🎙️KASAMA NG KALIKASAN | Episode Summary (October 10, 2026)🎙️

Today’s episode of Kasama ng Kalikasan highlighted key environmental fights, biodiversity updates, and critical policy issues across Quezon Province:

🚶Lakbay Panaghoy 2.0 Barred at Capitol: Tensions flared in Lucena City as security at the Quezon Provincial Capitol turned away a peaceful delegation of farmers, fishermen, senior citizens, and youth lead by Fr. Warren Puno. Despite being blocked from submitting their letter for environmental justice, the marchers remain undeterred and are continuing their 154-kilometer march toward Manila.

🏞️Infanta Residents Demand End to Agos River Quarrying: Around 140 community members and local leaders in Brgy. Tongohin filed a formal administrative complaint against destructive quarrying along the Agos River. Backed by the local Catholic Church and Mayor LA Ruanto, residents are calling for an immediate halt to operations that violate public consultation rules.

🐋Whale Shark Sightings Bring Hope: On a brighter note, sequential sightings of Butanding (whale sharks) across Lamon Bay and Tayabas Bay signal thriving marine ecosystems. BFAR and DENR urge the public and boat operators to observe safety distances and protect these gentle giants.

⛏️The Disaster Capital Paradox: The hosts closed with a stark reminder: despite the Philippines being ranked #1 for disaster risk globally, over 300 active mining permits operate near critical watersheds—contributing just 1–2% to national GDP while risking catastrophic environmental fallout.

Catch us live every Saturday 📣 at 6:00 AM on 📻 95.1 Kiss FM Southern Luzon, 📺 BrodKast Six, and the Tanggol Kalikasan page!

02/10/2026

MGA BALITANG KALIKASAN SA KASAMA NG KALIKASAN NGAYONG SABADO! 🌿📻

Sama-sama nating talakayin ang mga pinakamainit at pinakamahalagang isyung may kinalaman sa ating kalikasan, kabuhayan, at pamayanan sa ating October 3, 2026 episode ng Kasama ng Kalikasan!

📌 MGA TAMPOK NA BALITA AT USAPIN:

1️⃣ Ilegal na Mangingisda sa Balesin, Arestado! 🐟 Huli ng mga awtoridad sa Polillo, Quezon ang isang malaking "Buli-Buli" o Danish Seine fishing operation. Arestado ang kapitan, maestro, at 14 na tripulante matapos makumpiska ang ilegal na bangka, kagamitan sa pangingisda, at iba pa.

2️⃣ $100 Million Settlement sa Marinduque vs. Barrick Gold Corp 💰 Inilabas na ng DENR ang communication letter para tuluyang maipalabas ang pondo mula sa makasaysayang settlement agreement para sa rehabilitasyon at pagpapanumbalik ng kalikasan sa Marinduque matapos ang malagim na Marcopper Disaster!

3️⃣ P180-Bilyong Plano ng NIA, Batikos ang Inabot! 🌊 Puna ng mga eksperto at advocates: Ang iminumungkahing mega-dam projects ng NIA sa 18 river basins ay maaring hindi makatotohanang solusyon sa pagbaha at tagtuyot dahil sa mataas na gastos, pagkaantala ng proyekto, at epekto sa kalikasan.

4️⃣ "Lakbay Panaghoy II: Kalikasan, Kapayapaan, Katarungan" 🥾 Nagsimula na ang 9-araw na pilgrimage at prayer walk ng mga mamamayan, advocates, at lider-simbahan mula Atimonan, Quezon patungong Metro Manila upang ipanawagan ang proteksyon sa kalikasan, laban sa coal-fired power plant, quarrying, at iba pang banta sa kapaligiran at kabuhayan.

🎧 Nakalimutan mo bang makinig? Subaybayan ang Kasama ng Kalikasan tuwing Sabado, 6:00 AM sa 95.1 KISS FM Southern Luzon, Broodkast Channel Six, at sa ating FB Live!

01/10/2026

SAGE Aurora Project Officially Launched!

Tanggol Kalikasan (TK), together with the Forest Foundation Philippines (FFP) project management unit, Aurora State College of Technology - ASCOT, and the Landscape Roundtable Committee (LRTC), officially launched the SAGE Aurora Project on September 24, 2026, in Baler, Aurora.

A key highlight of the event was the Ceremonial Signing of Annex IV to the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Tanggol Kalikasan and ASCOT, reaffirming their partnership in advancing environmental conservation, community participation, knowledge-sharing, and sustainable development in the Aurora Landscape.

Building on the experiences, lessons learned, and best practices from SGP-5 and SGP-7, SAGE Aurora will strengthen community-led conservation through capacity-building, mentoring, knowledge-sharing, and stakeholder collaboration. The project will also establish a knowledge and resource hub to support continuous learning and the sharing of good practices among communities and partner organizations.
Together, we move forward toward stronger environmental governance, resilient communities, and sustainable conservation in Aurora.

25/09/2026

KASAMA NG KALIKASAN 9 26 2026

22/09/2026

JOB OPPORTUNITY ‼

The Forest Foundation Philippines, in partnership with Tanggol Kalikasan (TK) under the Eighth Operational Phase of the Global Environmental Facility (GEF) Small Grants Program in the Philippines (SGP8), is looking for:

💼 Consultant – Landscape-Seascape Strategy Development

📍Aurora Province

🗓Deadline: September 30, 2026

📄How to Apply:

Scan the QR code to view the complete list of qualifications and application requirements below:

18/09/2026

Tanggol Kalikasan Inc. is looking for a qualified and passionate individual to join our team as an:

AURORA LANDSCAPE SITE COORDINATOR

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to be part of our team, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

Send your updated CV and Letter of Intent addressed to Atty. Fritzielyn Q. Palmiery, Executive Director of Tanggol Kalikasan, Inc., at [email protected].

Join us and be part of meaningful work for people, communities, and the environment!

Apply now! 📩

09/09/2026

Strengthening Fishery Law Enforcement For Sustainable Coastal Resources

From August 25–27, 2026, the Fishery Law Enforcement Training was conducted in Casiguran, Aurora. It was an activity brought together by DA-BFAR Regional Office 03, CMRPOI, Maedup,SAKAILAP, and Tanggol Kalikasan, strengthened through the collaborative effort of Aurora Provincial Fishery Office, PNP Maritime Group, Philippine Coastguard, LGU Casiguran, LGU Dingalan, and Aurora State College of Technology - ASCOT-IEG.The three-day activity improved the knowledge and skills of community organizations and local law enforcers in implementing fishery laws, protecting marine habitats, and addressing destructive fishing practices.

The three-day training aimed to equip participants with essential knowledge and practical skills in environmental and fishery laws, rules, and regulations, including the protocols for arrest, search, seizure, and detention relevant to fishery law enforcement.

It also strengthened participants' capacity in case development, evidence handling and preservation, preparation of complaints and affidavits, and prosecution procedures.

Through strengthened partnerships, knowledge, and enforcement capacity, communities are better equipped to uphold fishery laws and safeguard marine resources for present and future generations.

07/09/2026

Paghabi para sa Hinaharap: Kultura, Kalikasan at Katutubong Kabataan ng San Luis

From August 19–22, 2026, indigenous youth, elders, and community partners gathered in Brgy. Dibut, San Luis, Aurora for a three-day youth camp initiative that strengthened intergenerational knowledge exchange, environmental awareness, cultural expression, and collective action among the Indigenous youth of San Luis.

The activity was a partnership between SUBKAL’N and Tanggol Kalikasan, through collaboration with Aurora State College of Technology–Institute of Environmental Governance (ASCOT-IEG), DENR-PENRO Aurora, IPMR San Luis, National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP), Provincial Government: Environment and Natural Resources Office (PGENRO)-Municipal,Daluhay, Sangguniang Kabataan ng Dibut, and Indigenous Peoples Elders. Acknowledging also the efforts of Mr. Mark Edison Raquiño, GYBN, for the success of the activity.

The activity provided a meaningful space for young people and elders to share stories, knowledge, experiences, and aspirations concerning culture, biodiversity, ancestral lands, and the environment. Through intergenerational dialogue, environmental learning, creative expression, and movement-building activities, the youth were encouraged to deepen their connection to their heritage and take an active role in shaping the future of their communities.

Together, these partners supported a shared vision of empowering Indigenous youth to become active stewards of culture, nature, and ancestral lands, ensuring that knowledge is carried forward, voices are strengthened, and collective action continues across generations.

07/09/2026

04/09/2026

🎙️KASAMA NG KALIKASAN🎙️

(September 5, 2026–Episode Summary)

In this episode of Kasama ng Kalikasan (September 5, 2026), Randy Remontigue and Jay Lim from 95.1 Kiss FM Southern Luzon and Brodkast Six discussed pressing and critical environmental issues currently harming the environment, lives, and livelihoods of the Filipino people.

📣Featured Reports and Issues:

🌍Global Climate Crisis: The global economy loses an estimated $450 billion annually due to natural disasters exacerbated by unsustainable human activities such as quarrying, mining, and deforestation.

🌀Damage from Typhoons and Southwest Monsoon (Habagat) in the Philippines: Total damage to infrastructure (₱7.78 😎 and agriculture (₱3 😎 has reached ₱10.8 billion, affecting over 74,000 farmers and fishermen and destroying thousands of hectares of crops.

🌊Flooding in Bulacan and Dredging in Zambales: Severe flooding in Bulacan was linked to the reclamation of 2,500 hectares of wetlands for the New Manila International Airport (NMIA).
Meanwhile, large-scale sand extraction in Zambales used for the land reclamation of the said airport is causing severe beach erosion and coastal destruction.

⚖️Accountability of the DENR-MGB: Blatant violations of Section 16, Article II of the 1987 Constitution (Balanced and Healthful Ecology) were highlighted. The MGB was called out for its swift approval of over 121 active mining permits and 300+ MPSAs across the country, while remaining ineffective in scientific monitoring, cumulative impact assessment, and enforcement.

📣Call to Action for Filipino Leaders and Citizens: Protect Our Forests and Mountains!

When will we act—when it is already too late?

Every tree felled in our mountains and every hectare of forest cleared for the short-term profit of a few corporations carries an equivalent threat to our lives. The Sierra Madre, along with our natural forests and old-growth forests in Palawan and other parts of our archipelago, serve as our nation’s remaining defenses against severe typhoons and flooding. They are capable of absorbing millions of tons of water—but if we continue to destroy them through mining and illegal logging, rainwater will flow straight into our homes and farmlands.

It is not enough for us to merely be witnesses to environmental destruction. It is the duty of every Filipino to:

🎙️Be Vigilant and Watchful: Do not allow illegal mining, dredging, and quarrying projects in your communities. Stand up for the right to a clean and safe environment.

🎙️Demand Accountability: Urge the DENR and the government to conduct thorough independent scientific reviews, revoke destructive mining permits, and prioritize the environment over corporate profits.

🎙️Participate in Reforestation and Conservation: Join local initiatives focused on planting native trees and protecting mangroves and watersheds.
Our mountains and forests are the lifeblood of our nation. When we protect nature today, we protect the future of our children and coming generations of Filipinos.

We are Kasama ng Kalikasan—Fight for Mother Nature!

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