The province of Occidental Mindoro has rich natural resources that can be used in attaining economic growth and development. One potential industry that can be derived from these resources is mining. In observance and compliance to the provisions under RA No. 7076 and under Section 11 of EO No. 79, the province collected a total amount of Php 32,555,400.92 from the tax on sand and gravel quarry activities.
As one of the province’s efforts to protect and conserve its environment and natural resources, the Provincial Solid Waste Management Plan (SWMP) was formulated. The ENRO continuously supports other LGUs in the formulation of Solid Waste Management Plan of their respective municipalities. Out of eleven (11) municipalities, six (6) were conditionally approved by the NSWMC.
The Provincial Government of Occidental Mindoro through the Provincial Planning and Development Office continued the implementation of the Conservation Rehabilitation of Aquatic for Livelihood Sustainability Program. Among the activities are the conduct of Open Water Dive Trainings in the municipalities of
