matters pertaining to geology and mineral resources exploration, development, utilization and conservation; and shall: (1) Recommend policies, regulations of programs pertaining to mineral resources development and geology; (2) Advise the Assistant Regional Secretary for PARM on the granting of mining rights and contract over areas containing metallic and non-metallic mineral resources; (3) Advise the Field Offices on the effective implementation of mineral development and conservation programs as well as geological surveys; (4) Recommend policies, regulations and oversee the development and exploitation of mineral resources of the sea within the region‟s jurisdiction in accordance with other existing laws; (5) Assist in the monitoring and evaluation of the Bureau‟s program and projects to ensure efficiency and effectiveness thereof; (6) Develop and promulgate standards and operating procedures on mineral resources and geology; (7) Supervise and control the development and packaging of nationally applicable technologies on geological survey, mineral resource assessment, mining and metallurgy; the provision of the geological, metallurgical, chemical and rock survey mechanics laboratory services; the conduct of marine geological and geophysical; and (8) Perform such other functions as may be provided by law or assigned by the Regional Secretary. SEC. 14. Environmental Management Bureau. - The Environmental Management Bureau shall be headed by a Director II who shall assist the Assistant Regional Secretary for LEF on matters relating to environmental management, conservation and pollution control and shall: (1) Recommend legislation, policies and programs for environmental management and pollution control; (2) Advise the Field Offices in the efficient and effective implementation of policies, programs, and projects for the effective and efficient environmental management and pollution control; (3) Takes charge of processing of applications for environmental clearance certificate; (4) Formulate environmental quality standards such as the quality standards for water, air, land, noise and radiations; 97