These Implementing Rules and Regulations shall carry out the national policy of adopting a systematic, comprehensive and ecological solid waste management program consistent with the pursuit of sustainable development. The Rules also promote research and studies on solid wastes, and provide technical standards and guidelines for effective waste management systems. A National Solid Waste Management Commission shall be established to implement solid waste management plans and prescribe policies to achieve the objectives of the Act. Under the Commission, a National Ecology Centre and Regional Ecology Centres shall also be established in order to provide technical expertise, information, training and networking services for the implementation of the provisions of the Act. Local Solid Waste Management Boards shall be created and established.
Filipinas · 2001-12-20