- National Greening Program (NGP): Launched in 2011, the NGP aims to plant 1.5 billion trees in degraded forest lands and public lands nationwide. The program focuses on tree planting, forest restoration, and the promotion of sustainable forest management practices.
- Enhanced National Forest Protection Strategy (ENFPS): This strategy aims to strengthen forest protection and law enforcement efforts to combat illegal logging and other forest-related crimes. It involves coordination among various government agencies, communities, and stakeholders to ensure the sustainable management and protection of forest resources.
- Community-Based Forest Management (CBFM): This approach recognizes the role of local communities in forest management and conservation. CBFM programs empower communities to sustainably manage their own forest resources, including through community-based forest enterprises and the development of sustainable livelihoods.
- Forest Land-Use Planning and Policy Development: The government also undertakes forest land-use planning to optimize the utilization of forest resources while ensuring their long-term conservation. This involves zoning and classification of forest areas, as well as the formulation of policies that promote sustainable forest management practices.
- Enforcement of Forestry Laws and Regulations: To protect forests, the government enforces relevant laws and regulations, such as the Forestry Code of the Philippines (Presidential Decree No. 705). Violations of forestry laws, including illegal logging and encroachment on forest lands, are penalized accordingly.
It's important to note that these are just a few examples, and there might be other programs, initiatives, and policies introduced by the Philippine government and various organizations that contribute to forest protection.