LOCAL government units across the Philippines are commending the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ flagship program, Project TRANSFORM, a multi-stakeholder initiative that aims to empower communities to combat climate change and achieve sustainable development.
“The ultimate gratification,” said Torres-Gomez, “is not only seeing the environmental, social and economic improvement in the lives of our constituents, but being recognized by the DENR as a successful case study for LGU-based climate action that can be replicated across the nation.” Project TRANSFORM’s pilot testing areas include towns like Del Carmen, Burgos, Malimono, and San Francisco, all severely damaged by super typhoon “Odette,” demonstrating how important the project is in helping communities at risk.
The project’s scope is broad, including land, air, and sea domains, with innovative land inventory systems and inclusivity-driven strategies.