Law Summary
Department of Education's Role in Bamboo Utilization
- DEP-ED is mandated to procure at least 20% of desks and armchairs for public elementary and secondary schools made from bamboo.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources Functions
- DENR uses bamboo for at least 20% of its annual reforestation and rehabilitation efforts, prioritizing areas suitable for bamboo cultivation.
- Focus on planting bamboo in provinces with bamboo industry potential or where trees are difficult to grow.
- DENR responsible for generating and transferring bamboo production technology to farmers.
Department of Agriculture's Responsibilities
- Identifies idle and marginalized agricultural lands suitable for bamboo plantations without compromising food production areas.
- Assists in the establishment of bamboo nurseries and propagation, emphasizing bamboo shoots production.
Department of Science and Technology's Involvement
- Conducts research and technology transfer to reduce production costs and enhance bamboo product marketability.
- Focus on bamboo shoots processing, packaging, alternative adhesives, finishes, and preservation techniques.
- Allocates 20% of its MSME assistance funds to bamboo-based enterprises.
Department of Labor and Employment's Contribution
- Enrolls special groups such as persons with disabilities and marginalized sectors in bamboo industry programs to advance the sector.
Role of the League of Municipalities of the Philippines
- Provides coordinative support and partnership with Local Government Units for bamboo industry development.
Role of Non-Governmental Organizations and Private Sector
- Leads advocacy for bamboo planting and utilization nationwide.
- Provides market information, research development, and other supportive activities.
Funding and Budgetary Provisions
- Initial funding of PHP 20 million is allocated by DBM to DTI-RODG for PBIDC operations.
- Annual budgets for PBIDC and cooperating agencies are incorporated in respective departments' budgets.
- PBIDC may raise additional funds as authorized by law.
Repealing Clause
- All inconsistent executive issuances, rules, and regulations are repealed, amended, or modified as necessary.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon publication in a newspaper of general circulation.