Overview

Garbage disposal is one of the most serious problems in urban centers in the Philippines despite the existence of different laws and policies governing such. In Cavite, the local government prepared the Environmental Code under the Provincial Ordinance No. 43-S-2008. Despite the existence of environmental code and regulations, garbage disposal in Cavite remains a big concern.

The province of Cavite is generating wastes coming from residences, industrial and market wastes. The volume of wastes is generally affected by the population as well as the type of industries that thrive in the area.

The highest volume of residential wastes was observed in the City of Bacoor with 260 tons of wastes daily. It is followed by the City of Dasmariñas which is producing residential wastes of 250 tons per day. The third most towns in terms of residential wastes is the City of Imus with 130 tons.

Improper waste disposal in the Philippines, it is one of the country's main environmental challenges. Despite the efforts of the government and various non-governmental organisations, the lack of adequate infrastructure and rapid urbanization have aggravated the problem in various urban and rural areas of the country.

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PROBLEMS:

Improper waste disposal remains as a significant problem in Dasmarinas driven by rapid urbanization, lack of proper knowledge, and lack of resources. The waste dumping in rivers, canals, and even on streets worsen the flooding situation during moderate to heavy rain in Dasmarinas. These issues increases the risk to multiple diseases like dengue, leptospirosis, and vector borne illnesses.

Commonly affected areas

Commercial and Market areas

The public market in Dasmariñas is often filled with a foul odor due to improper waste disposal in the area. The market sells both dry and wet produce, which are sometimes mixed together. These wastes attract insects and pests like mosquitoes, rats and flies that could spread diseases.

Densely populated barangays

Large and densely populated areas are often the cause to garbage landfill overflow that could delay the collection to the other areas. These areas are also prone to unsegregated garbage that contributes to blockages and severe flooding.

Waterways

Improper waste disposal is one of the main reason for water contamination. Sudies show that Dasmarinas is one of the big contributors to the acumulation of wastes in Imus river. Water contamination causes harm in human health through diseases like cholera, fungal infections, and dengue.

Ways to mitigate

In Our Household

Practice the proper waste segregation.
Reduce the single-use plastics.
Individuals should engage in awareness to proper waste disposal.

Under Government

Republic Act No. 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000), imposes a strict waste segregations, dumping sites, and illegal littering.
Presidential Decree No. 825 (1975) Provides penalties for improper disposal of garbage, including fines (P100 to P2,000) or imprisonment (5 days to 1 year) for littering or throwing waste in public places like canals, roads, and parks.

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