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URL: https://x.com/UnawaPhils/status/1488487518672941058?s=20

TITLE: Fight for better waste management!

AUTHOR: UnawaPH (@UnawaPhils)

DATE PUBLISHED: February 1, 2022

KEY CONTENT: Improper waste management and sanitation practices in the vicinity of Lake Lanao, as identified in a study conducted at Mindanao State University, have resulted in a significant algae contamination. The research underscores the crucial need for effective waste disposal and sanitation measures to preserve the ecological balance of the lake.

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URL: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.philstar.com/headlines/climate-and-environment/2022/05/15/2181288/davao-city-waste-energy-project-fuel-climate-change-groups-warn/amp/

TITLE: Davao City waste-to-energy project to fuel climate change, groups warn

AUTHOR: Geela Garcia - Philstar Global

DATE PUBLISHED: May 15, 2022

KEY CONTENT: Mainly about how the living conditions of Dabawenyos are significantly affected by the improper management of wastes, highlighting the urgent need for innovative waste management solutions. To combat this issue, the implementation of strict waste segregation policies, investment in sustainable waste processing technologies, and public education campaigns on waste reduction were proposed.

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URL: https://news.mongabay.com/2019/12/philippine-coastal-town-leads-war-against-plastic-trash-in-mindanao/

TITLE: Philippine coastal town leads war against plastic trash in Mindanao

AUTHOR: Bong S. Sarmiento - Mongabay.com

DATE PUBLISHED: December 19, 2019

KEY CONTENT: Article about a coastal town in Mindanao overrun with waste, which is killing their aquatic wildlife and affecting their livelihood. The article expands on what the town aims to do to solve this issue as well as how the same issue is affecting small towns all around Mindanao.

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5.) Local or National News Video Segment

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URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Fo_CDHjSdk&ab_channel=ABS-CBNNews

TITLE: Matanglawin: The Philippines' growing problem with plastic

AUTHOR: ABS-CBN News

DATE PUBLISHED: December 16, 2018

KEY CONTENT: The video shows Kim Atienza sheding light on the pressing issue of plastic waste pollution in the Philippines, urging for immediate action and awareness and Unilever's Vice President of Sustainable Business and Communications, Ed Sunico, discusses the objectives of the "Misis Walastik: Kolek, Kilo, Kita" campaign, aiming to incentivize recycling efforts among communities.

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URL: https://www.sunstar.com.ph/davao/dad-urges-immediate-action-on-escalating-waste-issues

TITLE: Dad urges Immediate action on escalating waste issues

AUTHOR: Rojean Grace G. Patumbon

DATE PUBLISHED: December 2, 2023

KEY CONTENT: Davao City Councilor Temujin “Tek” Ocampo voiced his concern over the escalating waste issue in Davao urging Dabawenyos to gradually shift behavior and mindset through massive awareness campaigns on proper waste disposal. These campaigns aim to Inform, Educate, and Communicate the message to all the citizens of Davao with Ocampo putting emphasis on school children.

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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondemand/video/2022401/

TITLE: Making Food Waste Useful: The Philippines

AUTHOR: NHK World

DATE PUBLISHED: October 20, 2023

KEY CONTENT: In Lasang, located in the Mindanao islands of the Philippines, a woman has pioneered a sustainable approach to waste management by converting food waste into fertilizer. This innovative practice not only addresses the issue of improper waste disposal but also benefits the community by turning organic refuse into valuable compost for agriculture. Through her efforts, she demonstrates the effectiveness of repurposing waste, contributing to both environmental sustainability and the enhancement of local farming practices.

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URL: bagangadavaoor.wordpress.com/2018/02/28/baganga-ecological-solid-waste-management-ordinance-of-2017/#jp-carousel-2500

TITLE: SAKTONG PAGDUMALA SA BASURA

AUTHOR: Baganga Local Government

DATE PUBLISHED: February 28, 2018

KEY CONTENT: The poster talks about enforcing the R.A. 9003, or Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000, in Baganga. R.A. 9003 of 2000. An Act providing for an Ecological Solid Waste Management Program, creating the necessary Institutional Mechanisms and Incentives for solid waste management and other purposes.

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URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6OUN1XA7pIc

TITLE: Plastic Smart Cities Video Series: Davao City

AUTHOR: WWF - Philippines

DATE PUBLISHED: January 24, 2022

KEY CONTENT: PSC Davao City converges the initiatives of different partners from different sectors to address plastic pollution in the city. The video mainly talks about how the Kalambuan Women's Association intelligently uses plastic, recycling it into various artistic products, and tells the story of a youth group based in Barangay 23-C who started an initiative to address the community’s plastic waste, hoping that these plastics will not end up in the environment and can be given another chance to be used.

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URL: https://issuu.com/piamindanao1/docs/one_mindanao_-_march_2__2016/39

TITLE: CDO solid waste management team acts on dump site issues

AUTHOR: Rechie T. Paculba

DATE PUBLISHED: March 2, 2016

KEY CONTENT: The magazine article talks about the measures taken by the CSWMB to establish a sanitary landfill. for the unclosed dumpsite in barangay Carmen to avoid health hazards from the solid waste in the dumpsite. The magazine points out that the CSWMB initially chose barangays Pagatpat and Pagalungan but is leaning more towards Pagalungan since the former is a residential area.

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URL: https://www.rappler.com/nation/mindanao/environmentalists-statement-waste-to-energy-incineration-project-davao-city/

TITLE: Environmentalists slam P5-billion waste-to-energy project in Davao City

AUTHOR: Lucelle Bonzo

DATE PUBLISHED: February 14, 2023

KEY CONTENT: Environmental organizations are against the Davao City, Philippines, local government's proposed P5 billion waste-to-energy (WTE) incineration project, which is being supported by the Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Environmentalists demand that sustainable solutions like waste reduction and bans on single-use plastics be given priority over burning plastics in the WTE project, arguing that doing so will exacerbate the climate crisis and violate national laws.

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URL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U-7C2Nhfgs&ab_channel=NicoleAndreLuczon

TITLE: Looking Into the Solid Waste Management of Purok Sto. Niño, Buhangin, Davao City –Environmental Vlog

AUTHOR: Nicole Andre Luczon

DATE: December 21, 2020

KEY CONTENT:
Nicole Andrei Luxon, a dedicated environmentalist and science education student, delves into the critical solid waste management challenges plaguing Prk. Santo Nino, Buhangin, in Davao City, aiming to heighten community awareness and tackle pressing environmental concerns. Highlighting Davao City's struggle with ineffective waste management practices, she reveals how these shortcomings have culminated in a pollution-heavy landscape, exacerbating the acceleration of climate change. Through her work, Luxon seeks not only to spotlight these urgent issues but also to galvanize local action towards sustainable waste handling and environmental stewardship.

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URL: https://web.facebook.com/EMB.R10/photos/a.1006475166130341/3950960945015067/?type=3&_rdc=1&_rdr

TITLE: SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

AUTHOR: Engineer Celso C. Layos

DATE: July 29, 2021

KEY CONTENT: LGU Iligan City Solid Waste Management enforce the implementation of solid waste management practices amidst the Covid 19 pandemic to ensure the protection of public health and environment through IEC ( Information Education Communication) campaign, proper waste segregation on every barangay on their BMRF and RCA, encourage backyard composting and recycling on households, operation maintenance on our CMRCF with utilization of recyclables and compost products to be sold and our proposed sanitary landfill at Mibala, Tipanoy. In this we aim to have a greener city that promotes efficient ecological solid waste management program to help the environment.

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URL: davaocity.gov.ph/solid-waste-management/cenro-intensifies-proper-waste-disposal-info-drive-in-barangays/

TITLE: CENRO INTENSIFIES PROPER WASTE DISPOSAL INFO DRIVE IN BARANGAYS

AUTHOR: Official City Government of Davao

DATE PUBLISHED: January 18, 2023

KEY CONTENT: Davao City's CENRO intensifies its drive to educate residents in Barangays 8-A, 31-D, and Baracatan on correct waste disposal methods. This includes house-to-house campaigns, cleanup drives, and distributing educational materials. Violations of waste management laws will be penalized, while existing facilities like Baracatan's Materials Recovery Facility will be utilized to enhance waste management practices.

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URL: https://davaotoday.com/environment/asu-cenro-express-alarm-over-plastic-waste-disposals-in-davao-city/

TITLE: ASU, CENRO express alarm over plastic waste disposals in Davao City
AUTHOR: Kath M. Cortez

DATE PUBLISHED: April 18, 2019

KEY CONTENT: ASU and CENRO in Davao City have raised concerns over the critical issue of improper plastic waste disposal, with ASU recovering a staggering 3.5 tons of plastic daily from major canals and an additional 133 sacks of waste from coastal regions. The improper disposal practices have led to severe canal clogging and subsequent flooding, highlighting a significant environmental and infrastructural crisis. The problem has gained further attention after marine mammal expert Darren Blatchley shared viral photos of the clogged canals, emphasizing the dire situation and the public's lack of awareness regarding waste segregation, with compliance from only 20% of barangays with existing waste management laws.

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URL: https://podcast.disruptdavao.com/e/dd5-what-can-we-do-with-the-waste-that-we-create/

TITLE: What can we do with the waste that we create?

AUTHOR: Regina Evangelista

DATE PUBLISHED: November 4, 2020

KEY CONTENT: Marj Alawi-Bulahan, creator of Biggest Garage Sale Davao (BGS Davao), discusses waste management and sustainable living in Davao City. They explore BGS Davao's mission, challenges during the pandemic, and the role of local creatives in promoting sustainability. The conversation also touches on technological developments facilitating community engagement in sustainable initiatives, offering advice for community leaders and entrepreneurs.

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URL: https://youtu.be/pzo131r6ifU?si=JHbnjol3Mn10iDkb

TITLE: One Mindanao: Medical Waste Disposal

AUTHOR: GMA Regional TV

DATE PUBLISHED: September 24, 2019

KEY CONTENT: A generous donation from a Japanese couple has equipped the Southern Philippines Medical Center in Davao City with a state-of-the-art waste sterilizing machine, marking a significant advancement in the hospital's waste management capabilities. This donation underscores the critical importance of proper disposal of medical waste, essential for preventing potential health hazards and ensuring environmental safety. The initiative not only highlights the couple's commitment to healthcare support but also sets a precedent for responsible waste handling in medical facilities.

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URL: https://fb.watch/ql0TsGi1l0/?mibextid=9rXMBq

TITLE: How Davao City faces its Garbage Concern?

AUTHOR: Sunstar Davao

DATE PUBLISHED: September 22, 2021

KEY CONTENT: It goes over Davao City's multifaceted approach to mitigate the persistent challenges posed by garbage concerns. The city authorities have introduced innovative waste reduction strategies, such as community-wide clean-up campaigns and educational initiatives promoting responsible waste disposal. Additionally, the enforcement of stricter waste management regulations and the integration of recycling programs reflect Davao City's commitment to addressing and alleviating the ongoing issues associated with garbage.

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URL: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/338136293_Perception_of_Solid_Waste_Management_and_Rate_of_Accumulation_in_Schools_in_Mati_City_Mindanao_Island_Philippines

TITLE: Perception of Solid Waste Management and Rate of Accumulation in Schools in Mati City, Mindanao Island, Philippines

AUTHOR: Ilah Dianne G. Morales, Neil Angelo Seniel Abreo, & Lea Jimenez

DATE PUBLISHED: December 2019

KEY CONTENT: It talks about the perpetual waste management problem in the Philippines, particularly in Mindanao, continues to cast a shadow over the region's environmental well-being. The persistent challenges of improper waste disposal have led to widespread pollution, affecting water bodies, land, and air quality, with detrimental consequences for both ecosystems and public health.

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URL: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/316699912_Solid_Waste_Management_SWM_Strategies_in_Mindanao_University_of_Science_and_Technology_Philippines

TITLE: Solid Waste Management (SWM) Strategies in Mindanao University of Science and Technology, Philippines

AUTHOR: Van Ryan Kristopher R. Galarpe,Brawner Brian L. Heyasa

DATE PUBLISHED: March 2017

KEY CONTENT:
The study assesses solid waste management strategies at Mindanao University of Science and Technology, highlighting active participation but identifying gaps such as the absence of a Material Recovery Facility and insufficient recycling bins.

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https://www.rappler.com/life-and-style/arts-culture/artist-gilbert-angeles-fights-waste-using-recycled-trash-painting/

TITLE: Philippine artist fights waste by using recycled trash in paintings.

AUTHOR: Reuters

DATE PUBLISHED: March 12, 2021

KEY CONTENT: By ingeniously incorporating recycled materials into his artwork, Filipino artist Gilbert Angeles not only brings attention to plastic pollution but also advocates for environmental consciousness, offering a creative perspective on the urgent need for sustainable practices in response to the Philippines' substantial role in the global plastic waste dilemma.