The archipelagic nation was frequently listed among the top contributors to marine plastic pollution along with China, Vietnam and Indonesia. The law mandates the segregation of solid waste at source and directs local governments to divert at least 25% of all solid waste disposal activities through re-use, recycling and composting activities. Pandemic-era rise of plastic productsIn a taped address aired Monday, President Rodrigo Duterte expressed concern on the increase of plastic waste as the world continues to battle the COVID-19 crisis. Waste audits conducted by HCWH in five Metro Manila hospitals during the pandemic found the bulk of plastic waste generated there was non-essential. The organization urged healthcare institutions to prioritize shifting to reusable items, and determine and utilize sustainable alternatives for single-use plastic products.

Source: Philippine Star June 08, 2021 09:10 UTC