THE Manila city government on Monday launched its updated 10-year solid waste management plan, highlighting waste reduction and stricter source segregation.
Mayor Francisco Moreno Domagoso said the long-term strategy aims to address the capital’s persistent garbage problems, stressing that “maintaining cleanliness remains the local government’s basic responsibility, regardless of where the waste comes from.”
He also commended the Department of Environmental and Public Services (DEPS), including the Estero Rangers and Manila Bay cleaning teams, for clearing floating debris from waterways and coastal areas.
DEPS director Kenneth Amurao said the updated plan focuses on reducing overall waste generation and limiting the volume sent to landfills. He said the city is expanding composting operations in its materials recovery facilities and partnering with private firms to boost recyclable collection.
