Team Doña Josefa Commits to Proper Solid Waste Management

Last February 22, 2023, Team Doña Josefa attended the Environmental Management Bureau's Technical Assistance program, aimed at helping local government units (LGUs) establish Barangay Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) and converting existing junk shops to Barangay MRFs. This program is part of the EMB's efforts to promote proper solid waste management across the Municipality.

Team Doña Josefa's attendance at the program is an indication of their commitment to proper solid waste management in their community. By attending this program, they are able to gain valuable insights and learn best practices in establishing and maintaining MRFs in their Barangay.

The Technical Assistance program covered a range of topics related to solid waste management, including the proper segregation of waste, the establishment of MRFs, and the conversion of junk shop to Barangay MRFs. The program also included a practical demonstration of how to set up and operate an MRF.

Team Doña Josefa learned that proper solid waste management is crucial in ensuring the health and well-being of their community, as well as the environment. By establishing Barangay MRFs, they can help reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills, and promote the recycling and up-cycling of materials.

The program also emphasized the importance of community participation in solid waste management. Team Doña Josefa learned that educating the community on the proper segregation of waste is essential in ensuring the success of any solid waste management program.