A DENR-National Capital Region (NCR) worker assists a client in processing of a Pollution Control Officer (PCO) Accreditation during the DENR Express held in Pasig City. —Photo credit tje DENR NCR-Regional Strategic Communication and Initiatives Group
MANILA, Philippines — Environmental compliance has steadily improved at the community level, driven by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ (DENR) Express initiative, which was launched in April 2026.
“The initiative supports President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s directive to make government services more accessible, efficient, and responsive to the needs of the public, particularly in far-flung and underserved areas,” Environment Secretary Juan Miguel Cuna said in a DENR statement on Tuesday.
DENR Express is a mobile service aimed at addressing longstanding barriers to accessing environmental permits. Since its implementation, the initiative has achieved measurable gains, not only in improving access to services but also in strengthening compliance with environmental laws and standards.
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