MMDA hosts first Road to Zero Waste Summit on Nov. 5-6

(PNA photo by Yancy Lim)

MANILA, Philippines — The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will host the Road to Zero Waste Summit.

This is the first and largest event focused on sustainable waste management and the promotion of a circular economy to be held at the Unilab Bayanihan Center in Pasig City on Nov. 5 and 6.

It is open to the public for free. Register through this link: https://tinyurl.com/RZWSummit2024.

Onsite registration starts at 9 a.m. and will accommodate participants until 7 p.m. on Nov. 5 and until 5 p.m. on Nov. 6.

With the theme “Closing the Loop Towards a Circular Economy,” the summit aims to spotlight innovative waste management solutions that can address Metro Manila’s solid waste challenges, leading to long-term sustainability, according to a news release on Sunday.

From product exhibits to panel discussions, the event will have a series of interactive activities and network-sharing opportunities designed to raise public awareness of waste technologies and community-based interventions, creating a unified roadmap to increase waste diversion in Metro Manila.

This initiative also aims to connect communities and recyclers, culminating in shared advocacy for a zero-waste and sustainable future together.

Participants are expected not only to learn about proper solid waste management but also to bring home eco-products for free and other giveaways from MMDA and its partners.

There will be waste recycling industries showcasing the latest products, services, and innovations in solid waste processing, with demonstrations of technologies that can potentially be adopted by local government units, communities, and even households.

Forums will be led by reputable resource speakers across various sectors, such as circular economy, solid waste management best practices, and green advocacy for recycled products.

Participants will be able to engage in all these discussions through question-and-answer sessions.

Attendees are likewise expected to learn more about proper segregation and existing waste diversion points that serve various recyclers across Metro Manila; innovative waste-handling techniques like composting, plastic recycling, and end-of-life products; and how to contribute from the workplace to their homes, all for the environment.

“The Road to Zero Waste Summit marks an important step in Metro Manila’s journey towards sustainability,” MMDA Chairman Romando Artes said.

“It’s a platform for sharing knowledge, building networks, and fostering collaboration that will guide us toward a cleaner, greener, and more resilient metropolis,” he added.

In addition, the summit will offer free rides to ensure ease of access for participants.

Shuttle services will be along Bank Drive corner Julia Vargas (landmark: SM Megamall) to the Bayanihan Center.