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Roniño Gibe: Saved by Tanguile

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Roniño Gibe: Saved by TanguileRoniño Gibe: Saved by TanguileWere it not for the hardy trunk of a native tree, memorably marked as number 3 in his notebook, Roniño Gibe’s first week at Energy Development Corporation (EDC) could’ve also been his last.

The watershed management officer says he had aspired to join EDC after learning about the company in the late 2000s. He was then a forester with Philippine National Oil Company (PNOC)-Alternative Fuels Corporation, a sister company of the former PNOC-EDC.

“I looked forward to becoming a part of EDC’s notable corporate social responsibility (CSR) program and likewise to being a contributor to its green legacy. On top of that, being a forester is valued highly at EDC and plays a vital role in harmonizing its goal of providing clean and renewable energy without compromising the environment,” he states.

In November 2010, Gibe became a forester and project officer with EDC’s CSR department.

“My first assignment was to identify and document existing threatened mother trees within the company’s geothermal operations,” he recalls. “We were instructed to document the locations of tree species that are already endangered in order to achieve the main objective of the BINHI program, which is to conserve and protect them.”

On his first day of fieldwork in Kananga, Leyte, the new recruit was caught in the middle of a “misencounter” that claimed the lives of his three companions: EDC botanist consultant Dr. Leonard Co, forest ranger Sofronio Cortez and local assistant Julius Borromeo.

Gibe survived thanks to the buttresses of a Tanguile (Philippine mahogany) that he had just listed in his notebook. The incident made him determined to do his part to rescue the native trees that saved his life.

Gibe has learned that being part of a greening program such as BINHI is “not a piece of cake.” The undertaking is hampered by the fact that species identities and their local names vary in different localities; this, coupled with Filipinos’ general lack of familiarity with flora, means it is harder to track down native trees.

The rampant use of exotic species and the growing demand for spaces to accommodate other land use also make it difficult for native trees to proliferate and survive.

These challenges only reinforce Gibe’s view that BINHI is a cause worth pursuing, and he does so guided by the Lopez Values of nationalism and integrity.

He says: “Saving invaluable native trees is our legacy. The BINHI program is our national pride; thus, we should be proud when planting our very own native tree species. Integrity is more on the personal side—to be responsible and do the things I must do.

I (keep) my word with every partner, guide them throughout the program, and remain transparent at all times.”

Having managed BINHI for most of its 12 years, Gibe feels that he is a man fulfilled.

“I am happy and content with my life at the moment. I enjoy every moment I have with my wife and my kid. Moving forward, it would be appropriate to say that my goal would be to protect, nurture and provide for my precious family. In order to do this, I should be at my best in everything I do, especially at work. I believe that working with EDC enables me to serve the community while at the same time allowing me to be a good provider for my family. I am grateful that I am one of the lucky few who are able to pursue their passion without compromising financial matters. I am and will always be grateful to EDC for this,” Gibe says.

More Filipinos receive Kapamilya love from ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’

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More Filipinos receive Kapamilya love from ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’

Kapamilya love reached more Filipinos as ABS-CBN Foundation Inc.’s (AFI) “Pantawid ng Pag-ibig: Isang Daan, Isang Pamilya” campaign distributed food packs and ligtas bags outside Metro Manila for those greatly

Mayors express gratitude wellness. to ABS-CBN, AFI

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Local government units (LGUs) found it challenging to quickly provide relief to families affected by the quarantine. That is why several mayors in Metro Manila and nearby provinces have expressed

‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ gears up for 2nd phase

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‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ gears up for 2nd phase

As Filipino families continue to struggle with the loss of jobs, ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) moves to the second phase of the “Pantawid ng Pagibig” campaign with the aim of

Over 600,000 families to benefit as ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ raises P350M

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Over 600,000 families to benefit as ‘Pantawid ng Pag-ibig’ raises P350M

The “Pantawid ng Pag-ibig” campaign of ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Foundation Inc. (AFI) has raised P350 million in cash donations and pledges for the benefit of over 600,000 families in Metro

ABS-CBN reaches out to evacuees via ‘Tulong-Tulong sa Taal’

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ABS-CBN reaches out to evacuees via ‘Tulong-Tulong sa Taal’

NO evacuee will be left behind. This is the promise of ABSCBN as it launches the “Tulong-Tulong sa Taal” campaign, which aims to unite the nation in helping Filipinos affected

ABS-CBN Foundation Europe to hold telethon for London Grenfell Tower fire victims

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ABS-CBN Foundation Europe to hold telethon for London Grenfell Tower fire victims

ABS-CBN Foundation Europe CIO joins public and private support for the victims of the massive fire that hit the 24-storey residential London Grenfell Tower in West London on June 14

Donate to Operation Sagip Surigao to help earthquake victims

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Donate to Operation Sagip Surigao to help earthquake victims

A state of calamity has been declared by the Mayor of Surigao City. Relief and rescue operations are underway for the barangays that have been affected.

Bulusan workers turn to backyard farming for steady food supply

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Bulusan workers turn to backyard farming for steady food supply

The Rural Workers Association of San Rafael (RWASR) based in Bulusan, Sorsogon, which runs Nasipit Eco-Agri Farm, has a simple message for their fellow Filipinos: “There is no problem we

‘Ligtas Pilipinas’ helps educate Filipinos on COVID-19

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‘Ligtas Pilipinas’ helps educate Filipinos on COVID-19

ABS-CBN helps arm Filipinos with relevant information to stop the spread of disease through its “Ligtas Pilipinas sa COVID-19” campaign on radio, TV and online.

ABS-CBN delivers protective gear, food to health workers

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ABS-CBN delivers protective gear, food to health workers

HELP came through for health workers in East Avenue Medical Center after ABS-CBN delivered masks and other protective gear and snacks to show support and Kapamilya love to those leading

‘G Diaries’ bags academic excellence awards

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‘G Diaries’ bags academic excellence awards

“Maraming, maraming salamat po sa award na ipinagkaloob ninyo sa amin. Alay namin ito sa kapatid kong si Gina Lopez,” said “G Diaries” host and Bantay Bata 163 executive director

Finally home

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Finally home

She could hardly contain her joy and excitement when she saw her son walking towards her. She welcomed him with tight hugs and happy tears as a loving mother would

ALKFI renames building in honor of Gina Lopez

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ALKFI renames building in honor of Gina Lopez

ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation Inc. (ALKFI) renamed its building Gina Lopez Building in honor of its late chairperson and founder of ALKFI programs Bantay Bata 163 and Bantay Kalikasan.

Fighting child malnutrition with Alaska Milk

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Fighting child malnutrition with Alaska Milk

ACCORDING to UNICEF, 95 children in the Philippines die every day because of malnutrition. This is one of the reasons Alaska Milk Corporation supports the advocacy of ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya

Bantay Bata, Globe activate #163 helpline for free

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Bantay Bata, Globe activate #163 helpline for free

IN 2015, Unicef and the Council for the Welfare of Children conducted the National Baseline Study on Violence Against Children in the Philippines, which indicated that eight out of 10

For the Love of Children

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For the Love of Children

  For the Love of Children For the Love of Children   These children live everyday making ends meet without losing hope that a better future awaits them. Together, let’s keep their hopes alive

New World Hotels & Resorts Hold Run & Raise 2018

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New World Hotels & Resorts Hold Run & Raise 2018

New World Hotels and Resorts gears up for another exciting edition of Run & Raise in 2018. Now on its fourth year, Run & Raise 4 will be held at

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Bayan Academy Calendar

BAYAN Academy offers the following certificate training courses this month:

June 18-19: Market Research

June 25-26: Human Resource Management For rates, call Carol Arcaya at 426-3140. Bayan Academy reserves the right to change course dates.

 

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