Iloilo City continues to advance toward a greener, more sustainable, and climate-resilient future under the leadership of Mayor Raisa Treñas. A significant shipment of 40,000 native tree seedlings has safely arrived in the metro, transported all the way from the DENR Jawili nursery in Tangalan, Aklan.
Supporting Project Transform
This initiative strengthens Iloilo City’s urban greening and environmental programs in support of Project Transform. The seedlings will soon be planted across plazas, esplanades, parks, and community open spaces to enhance the city’s landscape, improve urban air quality, and create cooler microclimates in recreational areas.
Mitigating Heat Island Effects
Through expanded urban greening efforts, Iloilo City continues to help mitigate the effects of high heat index and rising temperatures caused by rapid urbanization. The city government expressed gratitude to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) for the invaluable partnership, as well as to the dedicated city team members from the City General Services Office, the Office of the City Environment and Natural Resources Officer, and the Office of the Greening and Beautification Division, who made the heavy logistical operation possible.
