GNPower Dinginin Ltd. Co’s (GNPD) steadfast commitment to #SagiPaWeCan and nurture the sea turtles that will soon grace the shores of Bataan was strengthened as it sponsored the 2-day Seminar/Workshop on Marine Turtle Conservation & Deputation of Pawikan Volunteer Patrollers on September 21-22, 2023, at Morong, Bataan.
In partnership with the Local Government of Bataan, Provincial Environment & Natural Resources Office (PG-ENRO), Department of Environment & Natural Resources (DENR), and the Sagip Pawikan Sitio Fuerte Association, the seminar involved essential practices and knowledge about the sea turtles and how to properly care for them during their hatching season.
The topics involved an introduction the biology and morphology of the marine turtle species in Bataan, threats and causes of mortality, as well as the best techniques in selecting their hatchery sites and proper handling methods.
This project brings to life one of GNPD’s P.R.O.G.R.E.S.S. Project targets: to protect marine life. According to research, pawikans serve an important role in keeping the waters healthy and safe for other species. They nourish seagrass beds and coral reefs, which provide natural habitat for many marine animals, as well as transmit nutrients and energy throughout and between these ecosystems.
GNPD is dedicated to developing sustainable dependable environmental and social development programs that are relevant to nurturing and supporting our community and environment in order to co-create positive change and empower progress.