Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 579)
All students under the National Service Training Program (NSTP), which includes Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC), Literacy Training Service (LTS), and Civic Welfare Training Service (CWTS) are involved in the Green Philippines Activities.
The activities include taking back forests and replenishing fallen trees, beautifying barangays and cities, building urban parks and recreation areas, purifying water, and cleaning up industrial sites.
At least 36 hours per semester, or 72 hours in the case of one summer program, shall be dedicated to implementing the Green Philippines Activities.
The Chair of the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) is designated as the Lead Implementor of EO No. 579, assisted by the Chair of the National Youth Commission (NYC).
The DENR and LGUs assist schools in identifying areas where Green Philippines Activities of the NSTP should be implemented.
It took effect immediately upon publication in two newspapers of general circulation and was to be implemented starting on the first semester of the school year 2007-2008.
Yes, EO No. 579 repeals or modifies all other executive issuances, orders, rules, and regulations or parts thereof that are inconsistent with it.
The Executive Order recognizes that the youth make up 65% of the population and have the energy and responsibility to shape the nation’s future, promoting active civic involvement through environmental stewardship.
The NSTP is expected to cultivate environmental awareness and responsibility among youth, fostering a culture of civic welfare and sustainable development to keep the nation young, beautiful, and environmentally healthy.