PEMU Rizal

𝔹𝕌𝕃𝕃𝔼𝕋𝕀ℕ:

𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐮 – 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐙𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 (EMBR4A) launched its 2025 Environmental Summit on August 12, 2025 at SM City Dasmariñas, carrying the theme “Ending Global Plastic Pollution.” The kick-off event featured 12 interactive booths showcasing best practices, fun activities, and games from various industries to inspire collective action against plastic waste.

George Chiung, Assistant Vice President for the Corporate Compliance Group of SM Supermalls, welcomed participants as the mall served as the day’s host and environmental partner. Forester Girliesina E. Sebarillo, PhD, OIC of the Water Quality Management Section, presented an overview of the activity before OIC Regional Director Robert Angelo M. Metin introduced keynote speaker Forester Januel R. Peras, Provincial Environment and Natural Resources Officer (PENRO) of Cavite.

In his message, PENRO For. Peras stressed that addressing plastic waste is not just an environmental duty but a shared responsibility requiring action from every individual, community, and institution. His remarks inspired attendees to make conscious choices toward a sustainable future.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony opened the exhibition area, where guests visited booths by EMBR4A, Pure Oceans, Inc. Philippines, Universal Robina Corporation, Nutricycle, Inc., PETValue Philippines Corporation, Sentinel Upcycling Technologies, Solid Cement Corporation, Republic Cement & Building Materials, Inc. – Teresa, Rizal Plant, RFM Corporation, The Orchard Golf & Country Club, and JUNKnot. Each booth offered interactive displays, games, and prize-winning activities.

Forester Corazon C. Gasapos, Chief of the Environmental Monitoring and Enforcement Division, discussed the status of RA 9003 and RA 11898 implementation in CALABARZON, followed by presentations of best practices from the exhibitors. The kick-off event was closed by OIC of Environmental Monitoring Division, Ms. Ruby Sarmiento, marking a strong start to the summit’s campaign for a plastic-free future.

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𝔾𝕣𝕖𝕖𝕟 ℂ𝕠𝕦𝕥𝕦𝕣𝕖: 𝕊𝕦𝕤𝕥𝕒𝕚𝕟𝕒𝕓𝕝𝕖 𝔽𝕒𝕤𝕙𝕚𝕠𝕟 ℂ𝕠𝕞𝕡𝕖𝕥𝕚𝕥𝕚𝕠𝕟!

The 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘂-𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗭𝗢𝗡 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗥𝟰𝗔), in partnership with the 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗩-𝗔 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗜𝗻𝗰., proudly presents the 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻! This event aims to raise awareness on environmental sustainability and promote the concept of circular fashion. We challenge you to create stunning outfits or gowns using plastic waste materials to highlight the importance of recycling, repurposing, and reducing waste.

**𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆:**
Open to all environment-loving Filipino fashionistas residing in the CALABARZON Region, ages 18 and above. Open to individuals or teams of 2-3 members from schools, industries, and local government units (LGUs). One member must model the attire.

**𝗘𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀:**
- Create an 'avant-garde' fashion attire using at least 80% recyclable materials/plastic waste.
- Submit three full-body photos (front, back, side) of the model wearing the attire and three work-in-progress photos showing materials used, and fastening methods.
- Like, follow, and share content from the EMBR4A page.
- Fill out the Google form with accurate information.

📅 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀:
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: All entries must be received by 11:59 PM on August 15, 2024.
Shortlist Announcement: September 2, 2024
People’s Choice Voting: September 2, 2024 - October 4, 2024
Grand EcoFashion Show: October 9, 2024 Winners will be announced during the event.

🏆𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀:
- **1st Prize:** Php 30,000
- **2nd Prize:** Php 20,000
- **3rd Prize:** Php 10,000
- **People’s Choice:** Php 5,000

Join us in this exciting competition and showcase your creativity while promoting sustainability! 🌍✨

For more details, check out the full mechanics https://www.canva.com/design/DAGId5JJ1xA/DuyeLMCMnqDqAr_LDmib0g/view?utm_content=DAGId5JJ1xA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=editor
and submit your entry through this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOdyl9xM6-ygP1xONYTgz_OptQRYeKwngeTiBAc9XqU6JCQQ/viewform

📢 Spread the word, gather your friends, and let’s make fashion sustainable together! 🌱👗