The State is mandated to ensure that the requirements of sustainability are observed in the utilization of marine resources by its citizens. To this end, it must promote a culture of responsible stewardship of the environment that is anchored on the desire to be in harmony with nature. Thus, where human carelessness and disregard have resulted in destruction and damage, the State shall take the necessary measures to restore ecological balance and beauty.

Stewardship of the environment. (2018, April 26). Panay News, p. 8.