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REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9003

Also known as the Ecological Solid

Waste Management Act of 2000. An
act providing for an ecological solid
waste management program,
creating the necessary institutional
mechanisms, declaring certain
prohibited acts.
SALIENTS FEATURES OF
RA 9003

SEGREGATION OF WASTE
AT THE SOURCE

ESTABLISHMENT OF
MATERIALS RECOVERY
FACILITIES (MRFS)

PROMOTION OF RECYCLING
AND COMPOSTING
SALIENTS FEATURES OF
RA 9003

CONVERSION OF OPEN
DUMPSITES TO SANITARY
LANDFILLS

INTEGRATION OF ECOLOGICAL
WASTE MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS
IN ACADEMIC CURRICULA FOR
FORMAL AND NON-FORMAL
EDUCATION

ADMINISTRATIVE AND
ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES
Segregation of waste at the source

This involves sorting and separating waste

materials right where they are generated,
such as homes, businesses, and institutions.
By categorizing waste into recyclables, non-
recyclables, and biodegradables, we lay the
foundation for efficient and sustainable
waste management, making it easier to
recycle and dispose of waste responsibly.
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 Establishment of Materials Recovery
Facilities (MRFs)

MRFs are specialized facilities designed to

receive, process, and store recyclable
materials. By strategically placing MRFs in
communities, we create centralized points
for collecting, sorting, and processing
recyclables. This not only promotes recycling
but also supports local economies by
creating jobs in the waste management
sector.
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Promotion of recycling and composting

RA 9003 advocates for a shift in our mindset

towards waste by encouraging the recycling
of materials such as paper, plastic, glass,
and metal. Additionally, composting organic
waste is promoted, turning kitchen scraps
and green waste into nutrient-rich compost
for agricultural use. This promotes a circular
economy, reducing the need for raw
materials and minimizing environmental
impact.
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Conversion of Open dumpsites to
sanitary landfills

The act calls for the closure and conversion of

open dumpsites, which are environmentally
hazardous, into sanitary landfills. Sanitary
landfills are engineered disposal sites
designed to minimize environmental impact,
preventing the contamination of soil and
water. This conversion ensures responsible
waste disposal and mitigates the adverse
effects of open dumping on public health and
the environment.
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Integration of Ecological Waste
Management concepts in academic
curricula for formal and non-formal
education

To foster a culture of environmental

responsibility, RA 9003 emphasizes the
integration of waste management concepts
into formal and non-formal education. By
incorporating these concepts into school
curricula, students are educated on the
importance of waste reduction, recycling,
and sustainable practices, cultivating a
generation that is environmentally
conscious and proactive.
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Administrative and enforcement
procedures

The act outlines clear administrative and

enforcement procedures to ensure
compliance with waste management
regulations. This includes the establishment
of regulatory bodies, guidelines for
inspections, and a framework for imposing
penalties on violators. These procedures
serve as the backbone of effective
implementation, creating a system that
holds individuals and entities accountable
for their role in waste management.
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MAJOR PROVISIONS OF
RA 9003

AMONG ITS MAJOR PROVISIONS ARE

THE PROHIBITION OF OPEN DUMPING
AND BURNING OF SOLID WASTE, THE
IMPOSITION OF FEES FOR THE USE OF
DISPOSAL FACILITIES, AND THE
INTEGRATION OF WASTE MANAGEMENT
PRINCIPLES INTO LOCAL DEVELOPMENT
PLANS.

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

MAJOR PROVISIONS OF
RA 9003
THIS ACT SPECIFICALLY MANDATES AT A
SYSTEMATIC, COMPREHENSIVE, AND
ECOLOGICAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM WHICH SHALL ENSURE PROTECTION
OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT; UTILIZE
ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND METHODS; SET
TARGETS AND GUIDELINES FOR SOLID WASTE
AVOIDANCE AND REDUCTION; ENSURE PROPER
SEGREGATION, COLLECTION, TRANSPORT, AND
STORAGE OF SOLID WASTE; PROMOTE
NATIONAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM FOR IMPROVED SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT; ENCOURAGE GREATER SECTOR
PARTICIPATION.

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

MAJOR PROVISIONS OF
RA 9003

TO RETAIN PRIMARY ENFORCEMENT AND

RESPONSIBILITY OF SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT WITH LOCAL GOVERNMENT
UNITS; ENCOURAGE COOPERATION AND
SELF-REGULATION AMONG WASTE
GENERATORS; INSTITUTIONALIZE PUBLIC
PARTICIPATION; AND STRENGTHEN THE
INTEGRATION OF ECOLOGICAL SOLID
WASTE MANAGEMENT, RESOURCE
CONSERVATION AND RECOVERY TOPICS
INTO THE ACADEMIC CURRICULA.

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

RA 9003

VIOLATION
AND
PENALTIES

WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY

Open Dumping Violation

THE ACT OF DISPOSING OF SOLID

WASTE IN PUBLIC PLACES, SUCH
AS STREETS, PARKS, AND BODIES
OF WATER. PENALTY: OFFENDERS
MAY FACE FINES RANGING FROM
₱5,000 TO ₱1,000,000, AND
IMPRISONMENT FOR A PERIOD OF
ONE DAY TO SIX YEARS.

RA 9003
Burning of Solid Waste Violation

SETTING FIRE TO SOLID WASTE

MATERIALS, RELEASING HARMFUL
POLLUTANTS INTO THE AIR.
PENALTY: FINES RANGING FROM
₱1,000 TO ₱300,000, AND
IMPRISONMENT FOR A DURATION
OF ONE DAY TO FOUR YEARS.

RA 9003
Unauthorized Disposal of Special
Waste Violation

DISPOSING OF HAZARDOUS AND

SPECIAL WASTE WITHOUT PROPER
AUTHORIZATION. PENALTY: FINES
RANGING FROM ₱10,000 TO
₱200,000, AND IMPRISONMENT
FOR A PERIOD OF ONE DAY TO SIX
YEARS.

RA 9003
Failure to Implement a Solid Waste
Management Plan Violation

LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNITS

FAILING TO IMPLEMENT A
COMPREHENSIVE SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT PLAN. PENALTY:
FINES RANGING FROM ₱10,000 TO
₱200,000, AND IMPRISONMENT
FOR A DURATION OF ONE DAY TO
SIX YEARS.

RA 9003
Non-Compliance with Segregation
Requirements Violation

FAILURE TO SEGREGATE SOLID

WASTE INTO SPECIFIED
CATEGORIES AT THE SOURCE.
PENALTY: FINES RANGING FROM
₱1,000 TO ₱50,000, AND
COMMUNITY SERVICE IN THE FORM
OF SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
ACTIVITIES.

RA 9003
 IMPORTANCE OF
RA 9003
RA 9003 is a keystone in the nation's
commitment to preserving its natural
beauty. By promoting responsible
waste management practices, the act
mitigates environmental degradation,
protecting ecosystems, water sources,
and biodiversity from the harmful
effects of improper waste disposal.
 IMPORTANCE OF
RA 9003
It is important to adhere to the act for
environmental preservation, public
health and safety, resource
conservation and recycling,
community empowerment and job
creation, education and awareness,
legal framework for enforcement,
and global environmental
responsibility.
 RA 9003
The key to
a cleaner,
greener
tomorrow.