The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) is gearing up for its inaugural Road to Zero Waste Summit, the largest event of its kind dedicated to promoting sustainable waste management and advancing a circular economy. The summit will take place on November 5 and 6 at the Unilab Bayanihan Center in Pasig City. Open to the public with free admission, registration begins at 9 AM, with activities running until 7 PM on Day 1 and 5 PM on Day 2.
Attendees will not only gain valuable insights into proper solid waste management but also enjoy complimentary eco-products and exciting giveaways from MMDA and its partners.
With the theme “Closing the Loop Towards a Circular Economy,” the summit seeks to showcase innovative solutions to Metro Manila’s solid waste challenges. The event will feature product exhibits, panel discussions, and interactive activities designed to enhance public awareness of waste management technologies and community-driven initiatives.
The summit also aims to foster collaboration between communities and recyclers, creating a shared advocacy for a zero-waste and sustainable future. Through collective action, the event hopes to pave the way for increased waste diversion and a more sustainable Metro Manila.
What to Expect:
● Exhibits & Demos: Witness various waste recycling industries showcase their latest products, services, and innovations in solid waste processing. Expect demonstrations of technologies that can potentially be adopted by our local government units (LGUs), barangays, and even households, helping them manage waste more effectively.
● Engaging Forums: Learn from reputable resource speakers across various sectors as they tackle topics such as Sustainability in the Circular Economy, SWM Best Practices, and Green Advocacy for Recycled Products. Participants will be able to engage in all these discussions through dedicated Q&A sessions.
● Network Mapping: Discover MMDA’s Road to Zero Waste roadmap and gain insights into Metro Manila’s evolving Community-Level Materials Recovery Systems (MRS). Attendees will learn more about proper segregation and existing waste diversion points that serve various recyclers across Metro Manila.
● IEC Campaigns: Take part in awareness campaigns aimed at promoting proper waste segregation, resource valuation, and innovative waste-handling techniques like composting, plastic recycling, and discovering end-of-life products. Participants will learn and know more about what they can contribute from their workplace, all the way to their homes, all for the environment.
In a bid to move Metro Manila closer to its sustainability goals, MMDA Chairman Atty. Romando S. Artes invites everyone to participate in the upcoming “Road to Zero Waste Summit.” “This summit is a pivotal step toward a sustainable future for Metro Manila,” said Artes. “It provides a platform for knowledge-sharing, networking, and collaboration that will guide us towards a cleaner, greener, and more resilient metropolis. We encourage everyone to join us in reimagining solid waste management.”
Who Should Attend?
The summit welcomes a wide range of participants, including local government units (LGUs), national government agencies (NGAs), solid waste management associations, universities, private companies, social enterprises, waste recyclers, and sanitary landfill operators. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with leaders in the field, access a wealth of insights, and discover innovative ways to promote sustainable waste management within their communities, bringing Metro Manila one step closer to reducing waste effectively.
To ensure accessibility for all, free shuttle services, or “Libreng Sakay” routes, will be available along Bank Drive (corner Julia Vargas near SM Megamall) to the Bayanihan Center throughout the two-day event.
The MMDA’s Road to Zero Waste Summit 2024 is a must-attend event for all who are passionate about sustainability, waste management, and building a circular economy in Metro Manila. Be a part of this transformative initiative—because together, we are the solution!
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Register now at: https://tinyurl.com/RZWSummit2024
Walk-ins are welcome. Bring your families, friends, neighbors, or organizations—large groups are encouraged to join!
