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SUBJECT
Name of College
PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
Eloisa Judea Ulibas

Heart Concepcion
George Quidulit
Jim Esponela
Jenny Cabalteja
Faculty-in-Charge
TABLE OF CONTENTS
• To understand the key environmental laws in the Philippines

• To explore the role of government agencies in environmental protection
• To analyze the effectiveness of environmental law enforcement
• To highlight the current environmental challenges in the country
• To assess the role of public participation in environmental governance
• To provide recommendations for improving environmental laws and policies in the
Philippines
PURPOSIVE COMMUNICATION
Department of Languages and Humanities
PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL LAW
ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
Environmental laws are laws that protect the environment.

Environmental law is the collection of laws, regulations, agreements and
common law that governs how humans interact with their environment.
- This includes environmental regulations; laws governing management
of natural resources, such as forests, minerals, or fisheries; and related
topics such as environmental impact assessments.
A. Environmental Education and RA 9512
Environmental education is the process of teaching people about the environment, its issues, and the actions needed to
protect it.
R.A 9512- The “National Environmental Awareness and Education Act of 2008” aims to raise environmental awareness in
the Philippines. It emphasizes the importance of educating people, especially the youth, about environmental conservation
and the role of natural resources in economic growth.
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9512

December 12, 2008
AN ACT TO PROMOTE ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
INTRO. TO COMMUNICATION
College of Arts and Sciences
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in
Congress assembled:
Section 1. Title. – This Act shall be known as the “National Environmental

Awareness and Education Act of 2008“.
Section 2. Declaration of Policy
Section 3. Scope of Environmental Education
Section 4. Environmental Education and Activities as Part of National Service
Training Program
Section 5. Declaration of Environmental Awareness Month
Section 6. Interagency and Multi-sectoral Effort
Section 7. Capacity-Building
Section 8. Separability Clause
Section 9. Repealing Clause
Section 10. Effectivity
B. PD 1586 ( Environmental Impact Statement
System)
I The Presidential Decree on Environmental Impact Statements

(P.D. 1586) establishes a system to evaluate the environmental
effects of projects in the Philippines.
Section 1. Policy
Section 2. Environmental Impact Statement System
Section 3. Determination of Lead Agency
Section 4. Presidential Proclamation of Environmentally Critical Areas and
Projects
Section 5. Environmentally Non-Critical Projects.
Section 6. Secretariat
Section 7. Management and Financial Assistance Section
8. Rules and Regulations.
Section 9. Penalty for Violation
Section 10. Environmental Revolving Fund Section
11. Repealing Clause
C.Republic Act No. 9275
or the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004, is a comprehensive law aimed at

protecting, preserving, and improving the quality of the country’s water
resources. It establishes policies and mechanisms to ensure sustainable water
use and conservation while addressing pollution issues.
1. Policy Declaration: Maintain a balance between water
resource development and environmental protection.
2. Coverage: Applies to all water bodies in the

Philippines, including freshwater, groundwater, and
coastal and marine waters.
3. Water Quality Management Areas (WQMAs):

Designates specific water quality management areas
based on the watershed, river basins, or catchment
areas to enforce localized water quality standards.
4. Water Pollution Control: Mandates all industries and
establishments to install pollution control facilities and
comply with water quality standards.
5. Pollution Charges and Incentives: Implements a "polluter

pays" principle where entities responsible for pollution must
pay environmental fees or fines.
6. Monitoring and Enforcement: Establishes a

comprehensive monitoring program for water quality and
compliance with regulations.
7. Public Participation: Encourages community involvement
in water quality management efforts, including reporting
violations and participating in clean-up activities.
8. Institutional Framework: Designates the Department of

Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as the lead
agency in implementing the law.
Collaborates with other agencies such as the Department
of Health (DOH), Department of Public Works and
Highways (DPWH), and LGUs.
Penalties for Violations: Violators face fines ranging from

₱10,000 to ₱200,000 per day of violation, depending on
the severity.
This law reflects the Philippines' commitment to addressing

water pollution and ensuring the sustainable management
of its vital water resources.
D.RA 8749 PHILIPPINE CLEAN AIR
ACT OF 1999
The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 (RA
8749) is a comprehensive law aimed at improving air quality in the Philippines. It sets air
quality standards, establishes emission limits for industries and vehicles, and creates a
framework for monitoring and enforcement. The Philippine Clean Air Act of 1999 (RA
8749) is a comprehensive law aimed at improving air quality in the Philippines. It sets air
quality standards, establishes emission limits for industries and vehicles, and creates a
framework for monitoring and enforcement.
Key provisions include:
1. Air Quality Standards: Establishes national standards for
various pollutants (e.g., particulate matter, sulfur dioxide,
carbon monoxide).
2. Pollution Control: Requires industries to implement

pollution control technologies and mandates vehicle
emissions standards.
3. Department of Environment and Natural Resources

(DENR): The DENR is responsible for overseeing air quality
management, including the creation of Air Quality
Management Areas (AQMAs ).
4. Local Government Involvement: Local governments must
create air quality management plans and enforce relevant
ordinances.
5. Public Awareness: Promotes education and community
involvement in air quality protection.
6. Polluter Pays Principle: Those who cause pollution are
responsible for mitigating its effects, with penalties for non-
compliance.
7. Air Pollution Control Fund: A fund is established to support
air quality monitoring, research, and pollution control
programs..
E.Republic Act No. 9003
is the Ecological Solid Waste Management
Act of 2000, which aims to provide a
comprehensive and systematic approach
to managing solid waste in the Philippines.
Here’s an overview of RA 9003:
Objectives of the Act
Promote environmentally sound practices in solid waste
management.
Establish a framework for reducing, reusing, and recycling waste

materials.
Ensure the proper disposal of waste and reduce the environmental

impact of waste disposal.
Encourage participation of local government units (LGUs), private

sectors, and communities in waste management.
Key Provisions
Waste Segregation: Local government units (LGUs) are required to
implement waste segregation at the source (households, markets,
etc.), separating biodegradable, non-biodegradable, and recyclable
wastes.
Collection and Disposal: Proper collection, transportation, and

disposal of waste in a manner that will protect public health and the
environment.
Establishment of Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs): LGUs must

establish MRFs for sorting, recycling, and composting waste.
Prohibition on the Use of Open Dumpsites: The Act bans the
use of open dumps and requires sanitary landfills for waste
disposal.
Public Awareness and Education: Promote public education

and awareness programs on proper waste management.
Waste Reduction Targets: The law sets goals to reduce waste

generation and increase recycling and composting efforts.
Implementation
National Solid Waste Management Commission (NSWMC): This commission

is tasked with formulating national policies, overseeing the implementation
of the Act, and ensuring coordination between different government
agencies.
Local Government Units (LGUs): LGUs are responsible for implementing the
Act within their respective areas, including waste segregation, collection,
and establishing sanitary landfills or MRFs.
Community Participation: The law encourages local communities to be

actively involved in waste management practices through programs like
waste segregation and recycling at the household level.
Penalties for Violations
The Act imposes fines or penalties for violations such as

illegal dumping, failure to segregate waste, and non-
compliance with waste management standards.
F.The Toxic Substances and Hazardous
and Nuclear Wastes Control Act of
1990
also known as Republic Act No. 6969, is a Philippine law that aims to regulate
and control the import, manufacture, processing, distribution, use, and disposal
of toxic substances and hazardous and nuclear wastes. Its primary goal is to
protect public health and the environment from the harmful effects of
hazardous materials and wastes.
Key Objectives
1. Control of Toxic and Hazardous Substances: The law seeks to

regulate the introduction of toxic chemicals into the
environment, ensuring that these substances do not cause
harm to human health, biodiversity, or the ecosystem. This
includes chemicals that are carcinogenic, mutagenic, or
teratogenic.
2. Regulation of Hazardous Waste: The Act establishes

guidelines for the management, handling, transportation, and
disposal of hazardous wastes. This includes industrial and
chemical wastes, which pose a significant threat to both human
health and the environment if not properly managed.
3. Prevention of Pollution: By controlling the use and
disposal of dangerous substances, the Act aims to prevent
pollution from toxic chemicals and hazardous wastes,
addressing the root cause of environmental degradation and
public health risks.
4. Safe Management of Nuclear Wastes: The law also

provides provisions for the safe management of nuclear
materials and wastes. This is particularly important given
the risks associated with nuclear energy production and
waste disposal, which can have long-term consequences on
the environment and human health .
5. Public Awareness and Education: The Act emphasizes the
importance of public awareness about the risks of toxic
substances and hazardous wastes. It advocates for the education
and training of the public, industries, and government agencies on
how to safely handle and dispose of such substances.
6. Establishment of Regulatory Bodies: The Act creates the

Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as the
primary government agency responsible for implementing and
enforcing its provisions. The DENR, through its Environmental
Management Bureau (EMB), is tasked with monitoring and
regulating the handling of toxic substances and wastes in the
country.
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SUBJECT

PHILIPPINE ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS

Eloisa Judea Ulibas

• To understand the key environmental laws in the Philippines

Environmental laws are laws that protect the environment.

REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9512

Section 1. Title. – This Act shall be known as the “National Environmental

I The Presidential Decree on Environmental Impact Statements

or the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004, is a comprehensive law aimed at

2. Coverage: Applies to all water bodies in the

3. Water Quality Management Areas (WQMAs):

5. Pollution Charges and Incentives: Implements a "polluter

6. Monitoring and Enforcement: Establishes a

8. Institutional Framework: Designates the Department of

Penalties for Violations: Violators face fines ranging from

This law reflects the Philippines' commitment to addressing

2. Pollution Control: Requires industries to implement

3. Department of Environment and Natural Resources

Establish a framework for reducing, reusing, and recycling waste

Ensure the proper disposal of waste and reduce the environmental

Encourage participation of local government units (LGUs), private

Collection and Disposal: Proper collection, transportation, and

Establishment of Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs): LGUs must

Public Awareness and Education: Promote public education

Waste Reduction Targets: The law sets goals to reduce waste

National Solid Waste Management Commission (NSWMC): This commission

Community Participation: The law encourages local communities to be

The Act imposes fines or penalties for violations such as

1. Control of Toxic and Hazardous Substances: The law seeks to

2. Regulation of Hazardous Waste: The Act establishes

4. Safe Management of Nuclear Wastes: The law also

6. Establishment of Regulatory Bodies: The Act creates the

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