The implementation of waste segregation at source is now in full swing in Barangay Capaya in Angeles City.
“This initiative reflects our commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible waste management practices,” Mayor Carmelo Lazatin, Jr. said.
“This initiative reflects our commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible waste management practices.”
Furthermore, the city government’s “No segregation, no collection” policy in Barangays Tabun and Mining will follow suit while the remaining 29 barangays will be scheduled.
Lazatin aims to instill the importance of waste segregation in reducing the waste being dumped in sanitary landfills to Angeleños.
“Nais po natin na maturuan ang ating mga kababayan ang kahalagahan ng waste segregation at source dahil para rin naman ito sa kanila,” the mayor added.
Meanwhile, his Chief Adviser IC Calaguas explained that by segregating waste at its origin, this will not only reduce the burden on landfills but also promote recycling and proper disposal of different types of waste.
City Environment and Natural Resources Officer Jenifer Castro explained that there is a full deployment of CENRO staff to check on the segregation in all the barangays.
“There will be no segregation, no collection policy.”
According to Castro, there will be no segregation, no collection policy, as ordered by Lazatin.
“Ang bilin po ni Mayor Lazatin, siguraduhin na bawat barangay ay susunod at sumusunod sa ating waste segregation at source,” Castro said.
She highlighted the benefits of waste segregation stating, “Waste segregation promotes recycling and resource recovery, ensures safety on public health, minimizes the chance of hazardous substances polluting the environment, and encourages sustainable practices.”
