Lack of waste segregation in Davao worsens landfill problem

DAVAO CITY, Philippines – Lack of waste segregation and recycling facilities in barangays of Davao City have aggravated the city’s landfill which is now near overcapacity. Of the city’s 182 barangays, only 53 have built a material recovery facility (MRF) while 116 maintain a materials recovery system (MRS).  These facilities are meant to receive, sort, … Continue reading Lack of waste segregation in Davao worsens landfill problem