Practice makes perfect for doable solutions to waste management

The recent landfill fire in Navotas highlights serious issues in the Philippines' waste management system, revealing systemic failures that environmental groups have long warned about. Kweyn Tagaduar from the EcoWaste Coalition argues this crisis underscores the ineffective execution of Republic Act No. 9003, the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act. This incident is a stark reminder of the urgent need for better waste management practices to prevent future disasters and protect public health and the environment. Implementing sustainable and efficient waste solutions is crucial for long-term ecological and societal benefits.