The Angeles City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) is intensifying its efforts to promote solid waste segregation with a house-to-house distribution of flyers in Barangay Capaya. These flyers inform residents about the city’s Black and White Solid Waste Segregation policy, which requires the use of color-coded bags—black for wet waste and white for dry waste. The initiative is part of a larger awareness campaign aimed at educating the public on proper waste management.
The CENRO team, responsible for solid waste management compliance monitoring, is going beyond their usual duties of inspecting and enforcing the city’s environmental code at commercial establishments. In addition to these daily responsibilities, the team has been engaging directly with residents through the distribution of information, education, and communication (IEC) materials. This effort supports the city’s broader goal of ensuring that all residents follow proper waste segregation protocols.
This IEC campaign, launched by the city government through CENRO, began in January and will run through June 2025. The goal is to spread awareness at the barangay level and increase compliance with the city’s waste management policies. The distribution of flyers is only one part of the campaign, with further plans to conduct public hearings and IEC sessions for different barangays throughout the year.
Starting this month, CENRO’s Solid Waste Management (SWM) compliance team is moving to the next phase of the campaign by delivering notices to the February batch of barangays. These notices will invite barangay council officers, community leaders, homeowners association officers, and business owners to participate in the upcoming IEC sessions and public hearings. These gatherings are expected to further raise awareness and encourage active participation from local leaders and stakeholders.
The campaign is in line with the city’s compliance with Republic Act 9003, which mandates the proper segregation of solid waste. It also adheres to the guidelines set by the National Solid Waste Management Commission and is closely monitored through the City Ordinance No. 431, which is part of the Angeles City Environmental Code. By implementing these policies, the city aims to improve its waste management system and protect the environment.
CENRO head Jenifer S. Castro emphasized the importance of engaging various sectors in the campaign, noting that effective waste management can only be achieved with the support and cooperation of residents and local leaders. Raising awareness and ensuring adherence to the solid waste segregation policy are crucial to the success of the city’s environmental efforts.
Mayor Carmelo “Pogi” G. Lazatin, Jr. has consistently championed the importance of environmental responsibility. Through initiatives like the intensified waste segregation campaign, Mayor Lazatin aims to leave a legacy of sustainability and environmental awareness, ensuring that future generations of Angeleños will benefit from a cleaner, greener city.
Source: City Environment and Natural Resources Office – Angeles
