On July 5, 2024, Guimaras State University- Save the Marine Ecosystem project conducted the ceremonial turnover of garbage bins, sewing machines, and other essential tools to the 5-pilot barangays at GSU- Baterna Campus. With full support from barangay captains and officials, along with the Project Manager, Dr. Rhea Joy D. Flora and Project Technical Staff and Vice President for Research, Extension, Training, and Innovation, Dr. Julius T. Vergara, the event marked a successful step towards sustainability and marine conservation.

These essential tools will serve as a starting kit to empower and improve the livelihood of the community.

Together, we’re making a positive impact for our environment!