EVERY January, the Philippines celebrates National Zero Waste Month, established by Presidential Proclamation No. 760 in 2014. This month reminds us of the importance of reducing waste and living sustainably to protect both the environment and public health.
The Las Piñas-Parañaque Wetland Park (LPPWP), one of the two protected areas of the National Capital Region, plays a vital role in this advocacy. Located at the mouth of three major rivers—the Parañaque, Las Piñas, and Zapote Rivers—its shores are often littered with trash coming from said rivers and Manila Bay. This waste threatens the park’s plants and animals, which rely on a clean environment to thrive.
While volunteers regularly help with coastal cleanups, the best way to address this issue starts at home and work. Managing waste responsibly and embracing a zero-waste lifestyle can reduce pollution and protect ecosystems like the LPPWP.
In this series of post, we encourage everyone to follow the 7 Rs of Zero Waste: Rethink, Reduce, Refuse, Reuse, Recycle, Repair, and Rot. These simple steps guide us in cutting down waste and conserving resources. Together, we can keep natural areas like the LPPWP clean and healthy for future generations.
Editor’s Note: This article has been sourced from the DENR National Capital Region Facebook Page.
