Strategic Plan and Focus

To implement the provisions of RA 9003, there is a need to address waste problems/issues holistically. Each concerned area should develop a concrete action plan to address the challenges of the sector, provide the necessary funds for the operation of SWM facilities, and educate the public on the impact of SWM not only as a means to protect the environment, but also as a way to sustain and support social development.

To ensure suitable/sustainable SWM

Fully implement the ESWMA

•  Pursue the closure and rehabilitation of all open/controlled dumpsites and the construction of sanitary landfills to increase service coverage to more LGUs;

•  Support the massive implementation of the 3Rs through the establishment of more MRFs and materials recovery systems (MRS);

Table 5.8. NG-LGU Cost-Sharing Framework (in %)

•  Assist LGUs in formulating their respective 10-year SWM Plans; and

•  Establish a start-up fund to accelerate the implementation of the ESWMA. National funds are needed to start the different tasks of the NEC and to implement the SWM approaches.

Generate basic information for SWM that can be used in different programs and projects to properly implement the provisions of RA 9003

•  Develop a framework for setting-up baseline data/indicators on SWM at the LGU level. These shall include the establishment of a monitoring and evaluation system through the development of an accessible database on waste characteristics, diversion rate, LGU compliance, alternative technologies and other parameters that will foster better information exchange; and

•  Fully utilize NEC and RECs to act as hubs for information, networking, and technology showcasing and advocacy.

•  (Other detailed strategies are discussed in Chapter 10 on the "Conservation, Protection, and Rehabilitation of Ensuring Ecological Integrity Towards Sustainable Development".)