View
10
Download
0
Category
Preview:
Citation preview
Page 1 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
ANNUAL REPORT FOR CY 2019
Environmental Management Bureau
(EMB)
I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) is a Line Bureau of the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) mandated to implement and enforce six (6) major
environmental laws:
1. PD 1586 - Environmental Impact Statement System 1978
2. RA 6969 - Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990
3. RA 8749 - Clean Air Act of 1999
4. RA 9003 - Ecological Solid Wastes Management Act of 2000
5. RA 9275 - Clean Water Act of 2004
6. RA 9512 - National Environmental Awareness and Education Act of 2008
Pursuant to Executive Order No. 192, EMB is also mandated to provide research and
laboratory services, and secretariat services to the Pollution Adjudication Board and the
National Solid Waste Management Commission.
Under the management of Secretary Roy A. Cimatu, the main priority is to improve the
quality of our environment, particularly the air and water quality and address solid waste
problems. The three (3) major programs cover the full implementation of the Clean Air Act of
1990, the Clean Water Act of 2004 and the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000.
The objective of the Clean Air Program is to come up with a comprehensive national
program to achieve and maintain air quality that meets the National Air Quality Guidelines for
Criteria Pollutants throughout the Philippines, while minimizing the possible associated
negative impacts on the country’s economy. In order to effectively monitor and regulate all
sources of air emissions, the Clean Air Program is divided into three sub programs: (1) the
Motor Vehicle Emission Management Program, (2) the Industrial Emission Management
Program and (3) the Roadside ambient and general ambient air quality monitoring. This is to
effectively manage the three sources of air emission namely mobile, stationary, and area
sources.
In order to ensure that all vehicle types meet the emission standard before they are
introduced in the market for sale, the EMB evaluates the vehicles for their conformance with
the prescribed exhaust emission limits/standards before a Certificate of Conformity (COC) is
issued by the Bureau. In 2019, a total of five hundred eighty-four (584) COCs were issued.
Three hundred forty-four (344) of which are from Motor Vehicles while two hundred forty
(240) COCs from Motorcycles.
With the increasing number of stationary sources, extensive monitoring is required. Out of
eighteen thousand and eighty-nine (18,089) firms monitored in CY 2019, 83% or fifteen
thousand and thirteen (15,013) firms complied with the DENR standards. Another activity in
relation to industrial emission management is the accreditation of Third Party Source Emission
Testing Firms (TPSETF) to monitor the emissions from Air Pollution Source Installations
(APSI) of industries nationwide. For CY 2019, about twenty-two (22) firms with forty-five
(45) teams were accredited which were fully capable of conducting source emission tests and
Page 2 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
performing sampling activities in order to monitor all stationary sources with potential to emit
air pollution.
To deliver real time science-based air quality monitoring data available to everyone, the
operation of Real Time Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations capable of
monitoring complete criteria pollutants (SO2, NO2, O3, CO, BTX, and PM10/2.5) and
meteorological parameters was undertaken. The results were made available on the website
so that anybody can see the status of air quality in their location and elsewhere. The website is
also equipped with layman description relating to the concentration of air pollutant which
enables non-scientific person to appreciate the information and apply it to their everyday lives.
In CY 2019, there was a total of one hundred four (104) ambient air quality monitoring stations
scattered across the Philippines composed of fifty three (53) Continuous Ambient Air Quality
Monitoring Stations (CAAQMS), fifty one (51) Manual Reference Method stations.
Approximately 81% of the air quality monitoring stations was functional / operational while
19% was not operational or for repair / replacement.
In order to address the water quality issues in the country and to address the degradation
of our waterbodies, including lakes and bays, continuous massive clean-up, monitoring of
industries and rehabilitation of esteros/rivers through partnership agreements such as the
Adopt-an-estero program were implemented.
Water classification is a very important component of water quality management since the
application of effluent standards are dependent on this classification. The classification of
waterbodies helps water managers and planners to develop proper water quality management
programs and is used to come up with the standards to protect aquatic life and human use of
specific water bodies. Additional 74 water bodies were classified in terms of best usage and
water quality to be maintained. A total of 898 water bodies have been classified nationwide
and 321 of which are principal rivers or rivers with drainage areas of not less than 40 sq. km.
This accounts for 76% of the country’s 421 principal rivers identified by the National Water
Resources Board.
To highlight the environmental importance of the Boracay Island and to achieve its
ecological integrity consistent with the objectives of RA 9275 (Philippine Clean Water Act),
RA 9147 (Philippine Wildlife Resources Conservation and Protection Act) and the Philippine
Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan as adopted under DENR Administrative Order No.
2016-02, the Boracay Island was designated as a Water Quality Management and Conservation
area (WQMACA) under DENR Administrative Order No. 2019-05. To date, there are thirty-
eight (38) designated Water Quality Management Area (WQMA) nationwide including the
areas within the jurisdiction of the Laguna Lake Development Authority.
The Philippines has endeavored to improve its management of solid waste through the
passage of RA 9003 or the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act that provides for a
systematic, comprehensive and ecological waste management program to ensure the protection
of public health and the environment. The Ecological Solid Waste Management Program is
expected to assist Local Government Units in implementing RA 9003 or the Ecological Solid
Waste Management Act particularly in the development of their 10 yr. SWM Plan, closure and
rehabilitation of dumpsites, establishment of Materials Recovery Facilities (MRF), and an
environmentally sound disposal system. For CY 2019, 59% or nine-hundred fifty (950) 10-
Year Solid Waste Management Plans were approved by the National Solid Waste Management
Commission.
Page 3 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Despite the continuous effort of the Bureau in providing technical assistance in the closure
and rehabilitation of illegal dumpsites, there are still three hundred thirty one (331) illegal
dumpsites nationwide. Inadequate environmentally sound disposal system was noted due to
the limited established/operational Sanitary Landfill (187 SLFs) servicing only four hundred
eight (408) LGUs nationwide.
A total of ten thousand seven hundred twenty two (10,722) MRFs were established
servicing thirteen thousand nine hundred ninety four (13,994) barangays nationwide which
aims to reduce the amount of garbage being disposed and GHG (methane) being produced
from domestic and commercial biodegradable wastes through the process of
composting/vermi-composting instead of disposing to landfills.
In support to the implementation of DAO 2018-18 “Establishing a Centralized
Management and Coordinative Mechanism at the Regional Offices of DENR, Mines and
Geosciences Bureau and Environmental Management Bureau”, the training for PENRO and
CENRO on environmental laws was conducted on June 24-28, 2019 in Linden Suites, Ortigas,
Pasig City. Series of training were also conducted on July 22-26, 2019 for the Mindanao
Cluster, August 5-8, 2019 in Park Inn, Iloilo City for the Visayas Cluster and August 26-30,
2019 for the remaining Luzon Cluster. The activity was conducted to capacitate PENRO and
CENRO on the mandates and international commitments of the EMB.
Continuous Information Education and Communication (IEC) campaign was conducted
for the effective implementation of the six (6) environmental laws through the use of social
and print media, broadcast, exhibits, capacity building and orientation workshops.
Page 4 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
II. DETAILED NARRATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
a. POLICIES FORMULATED AND APPROVED
DENR Administrative Orders
1. Designation of the Boracay Island Water Quality Management and Conservation
Area (WQMACA) and Creation of its Governing Board (DAO 2019-15) (See
Annex A)
The objective of this DAO is to protect and continuously improve its water quality
and be able to sustain livelihood opportunities in Boracay Island.
2. Streamlining the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Process and
Requirements for Projects under the Build Build Build Program (DAO 2019-16)
(See Annex B)
This DAO is in line with the “Build-Build-Build” Program of the Government and
consistent with the policy of the State to ensure optimum economic development
without compromising the environment. It shall apply to all Projects under the “Build-
Build-Build” Program of the National Government applying for Environmental
Compliance Certificate (ECC) pursuant to Presidential Decree (PD) 1586. The Bureau
shall process the ECC application filed by the Department of Public Works and
Highways (DPWH), Department of Transportation (DOTr) and Bases Conversion and
Development Authority (BCDA) within twenty (20) working days.
3. Chemical Control Order (CCO) for Arsenic and Arsenic Compounds
(DAO 2019-17) (See Annex C)
This DAO aims to do the following: reduce the risk of exposure to human health
and the environment of arsenic and arsenic compounds which are used in industrial
processes; increase awareness about the toxicity of arsenic and its compounds, as well
as the availability of technically superior and safer alternatives; develop the framework
for proper implementation of appropriate prevention-based programs to mitigate,
reduce and eliminate risks from the use of arsenic and arsenic compounds; and provide
guidelines to identify potential arsenic release/exposure in industrial facilities to reduce
workers’ arsenic exposure.
4. Exemption of Polymers and Polymer of Low Concern (PLC) from the Pre-
Manufacture and Pre-Importation Notification (PMPIN) Process (DAO 2019-18)
(See Annex D)
This DAO aims to provide guidelines for granting PMPIN exemption to importers
and manufacturers of Polymers and PLC. I shall apply to Polymers and PLC not listed
in the Philippine Inventory of Chemicals and Chemicals Substances (PICCS).
5. Revised Chemical Control Order (CCO) for Mercury and Mercury Compounds
(Revising DAO 1997-38) (DAO 2019-20) (See Annex E)
This DAO aims to reduce hazards to health and the environment from the
production, manufacture, use, handling, management, transport, interim storage and
disposal of Mercury, Mercury compounds and Mercury-added products.
Page 5 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
6. Guidelines Governing the Establishment and Operation of Waste-to-Energy
(WtE) Facilities for Municipal Solid Wastes (DAO 2019-21)
This DAO is issued to provide guidelines on the evaluation, establishment,
operation and de-commissioning of Waste-to-Energy (WtE) facilities for the integrated
management of municipal solid wastes. (See Annex F)
DENR Memorandum Circular
7. Additional List of Classified Waterbodies (DMC 2019-07) (See Annex G)
The classification serves as a benchmark, hence water bodies and its tributaries
within WQMAs shall keep its water quality within the Water Quality Guidelines
conforming to the water body’s classification (e.g., Class C or Class SC) or even
improve the quality to higher classification (e.g., from C to B or SC to SB). Additional
seventy-four (74) waterbodies have been classified based on their beneficial use.
Memorandum from the Secretary
8. Revoking Memorandum from the Secretary dated 02 March 2009 on Sulfur
Dioxide Ambient Air Monitoring to ensure protection of Public Health (See Annex
H)
This memorandum from the DENR Secretary requires all owners/operators of
stationary sources to submit Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) test results for source emission and
ambient air monitoring (whenever applicable) as necessary requirements for the
issuance of a Permit to Operate and regular monitoring to ensure protection of Public
Health.
EMB Memorandum Circulars
9. Supplementary Clarification on the coverage of DAO 2016-08 Relative to the
Granting of not more than Five (5) Years Grace Period (EMB MC 2019-001)
(Annex I)
The EMB MC is issued to clarify the coverage of DAO 2016-08 (Water Quality
Guidelines and General Effluent Standards of 2016) specifically on the granting of not
more than five (5) years grace period. The concerned establishment must have a
Compliance Action Plan (CAP) approved by the concerned EMB Regional Office not
later than 31 December 2019 and the grace period will be until 31 December 2022 only.
10. Clarifications to the Registration and Importation Clearance requirements for
Chemical Control Order (CCO) for Cyanide and Cyanide Compounds under
DENR Administrative Order No. 97-39 (EMB MC 2019-002) (Annex J)
This EMB MC is issued to track and ensure the proper use of all imported Cyanide
and Cyanide compounds and to ensure that risks to human health and the environment
are managed properly. This applies to all existing Chemical Control Order (CCO) for
Cyanide and Cyanide compounds registered firms and firms applying for registration.
Page 6 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
11. Updated Guidelines in the Processing and Issuance of Environmental Compliance
Certificate (ECC) for Category B Projects (EMB MC 2019-003) (Annex K)
The MC states that the processing and issuance of ECC for all projects falling under
Category B projects shall be processed through the Online System following the
revised ECC Online application procedure as stated in the Section 2 of this MC
specifically on the processing days from twenty (20) days to seven (7) days.
12. Advanced Training Modules for Pollution Control Officers (PCOs)
(EMB MC 2019-004) (Annex L)
This is issued to ensure uniformity and standardization of all materials to be used
in the training and for renewal/re-accreditation of PCO.
13. Procedures on Electronic Payment Facility for Environmental Compliance
Certificate (ECC) and Certificate of Non-Coverage (CNC) Online Applications
(EMB MC 2019-005) (Annex M)
The EMB MC is issued to ensure the easy and seamless payment of ECC and CNC
applications through Electronic Payment Portal (EPP) payment scheme. The clients of
ECC and CNC online application were given an option to pay thru electronic facility
in addition to existing on-coll facility of Landbank.
14. Implementation of Online Processing and Monitoring of Chemical Control Order
(CCO) Registration Certificates, CCO Importation Clearances, Pre-Shipment
Importation Clearances (PSIC), Small Quantity Importation (SQI) Clearances
and Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) Alternatives (EMB MC 2019-006) (See
Annex N)
This aims to improve and strengthen the processing and monitoring of applications
of various Chemical Control Order (CCO) Registration Certificates, CCO Importation
Clearances, Pre-Shipment Importation Clearances (PSIC), Small Quantity Importation
(SQI) Clearances and Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) Alternatives by employing
the Online Permitting and Monitoring System.
15. Guidelines for the Conduct of Isokinetic Sampling in Tapered Stack (EMB MC
2019-007) (Annex O)
This is issued to provide uniform guidance for EMB officials and employees on the
conduct of Isokinetic Sampling in Tapered Stack pursuant to Rule XXV, Part VII
Stationary Sources of the Implementing Rules and Regulation of the Philippine Clean
Air Act.
16. Adopting the National Solid Waste Management Commission (NSWMC)
Resolution No. 669 Series of 2016 “Guidelines Governing the Establishment and
Operation of Waste-to-Energy (WtE) Technologies for Municipal Solid Waste”
(EMB MC 2019-008) (Annex P)
This is issued to provide guidelines on environmentally-sound evaluation,
establishment, operation and decommissioning or closure of Waste to Energy (WtE)
technologies for the management of municipal Solid Waste.
Page 7 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
17. Harmonization on the Implementation of EMB MC No. 2019-003
(EMB MC 2019-009) (See Annex Q)
This EMB MC is issued to hold in abeyance the issued EMB Memorandum Circular
No. 2019-003 and to harmonize the processing and issuance of Environmental
Compliance Certificate (ECC) with existing laws, rules and regulations.
b. MAJOR PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED
AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Status of Nationwide Air Quality
➢ Particulate Matter 10 – PM10
Through the efforts of the Bureau to increase compliance of both stationary and mobile
sources with the standards and policies set forth under the Clean Air Act, it is worthwhile
mentioning that the country’s air quality is improving as measured by the decrease in terms
of PM10 by 54% from 76 µg/Ncm in CY 2011 to 35 µg/Ncm in CY 2019 (See Figure
1). The Bureau had been diligent in performing its duties to improve the air quality
nationwide.
Figure 1: Nationwide PM10 Levels (CY 2011 – CY 2019)
76
5451 52
46
39 41 3935
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
µg/
Ncm
Year
Nationwide Air Quality Status ( CY 2011 - CY 2019)(In Particulate Matter 10 - µg/Ncm)
PM10 Standard Nationwide PM10 Level
Page 8 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
➢ Particulate Matter 2.5 – PM2.5
The nationwide PM2.5 results for CY 2019 showed that it is within the air quality
guideline value of 25 µg/Ncm. A slight increase in the concentration was noted (from 20
µg/Ncm in CY 2018 to 24 µg/Ncm in CY 2019) due to the increased number of vehicles
along major thoroughfares, construction of high rise buildings near the monitoring
stations and infrastructure projects under “Build-Build-Build” Program of the
Government and haze occurrence in Malaysia and Indonesia during the 3rd quarter of
CY 2019. (See Figure 2).
Figure 2: Nationwide PM2.5 Levels (CY 2016 – CY 2019)
Status of Metro Manila Air Quality
➢ Particulate Matter 10 – PM10
The air quality in Metro Manila in terms of PM10 is still within the DENR guideline
value of 60 µg/Ncm. (See Figure 3). A decrease of 44% was noted from 80 µg/Ncm in CY
2011 to 45 µg/Ncm in CY 2019. These data were taken from the regular monitoring of the
sixteen (16) PM10 monitoring stations in Metro Manila.
Figure 3: Metro Manila PM10 Levels (CY 2015 – CY 2019)
20 21 2024
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
2016 2017 2018 2019
µg/
Ncm
Year
Nationwide Air Quality Status (CY 2016 - CY 2019)(In Particulate Matter 2.5 - µg/Ncm)
PM2.5 Standard Nationwide PM2.5 Level
8074
69
51 5046
5347 45
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
90
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
µg/
Ncm
Year
Metro Manila Air Quality Status ( CY 2011 - CY 2019)(In Particulate Matter 10 - µg/Ncm)
PM10 Standard Metro Manila PM10 Level
Page 9 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
➢ Particulate Matter 2.5 – PM2.5
In CY 2019, the air quality monitoring results in Metro Manila in terms of PM2.5 is still
within the air quality guideline value of 25 µg/Ncm. (See Figure 4).
Figure 4: Metro Manila PM2.5 Levels (CY 2016 – CY 2019)
Motor Vehicle Emission Management Program
The main concern of the Bureau with regard to motor vehicle emission management
is to regulate the quality of vehicles being introduced into the Philippine market by virtue
of DAO 2015 – 04 “Implementation of Vehicle Emission Limits for Euro 4/IV and In-use
Vehicle Emission Standards”. Brand new vehicles to be introduced in the market are
required to be Euro 4/IV compliant. In addition, an agreement with the Local Government
Units (LGUs) of Metro Manila was entered into by the DENR for the conduct of calibration
of smokemeter to ensure that the said equipment used in the apprehension of vehicles by
other agencies would generate accurate results. Moreover, the opacimeter of
agencies/LGUs implementing Anti-Smoke Belching Operations were calibrated upon
request with a total of 55 units calibrated as of December 2019 (See Table 1).
27
36
2023
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
2016 2017 2018 2019
µg/
Ncm
Year
Metro Manila Air Quality Status (CY 2016 - CY 2019)(In Particulate Matter 2.5 - µg/Ncm)
PM2.5 Standard Metro Manila PM2.5 Level
Page 10 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Table 1: Monthly Breakdown of Opacimeter Calibrated for CY 2019
Month No. of Opacimeter Calibrated
January 5
February 0
March 17
April 0
May 0
June 9
July 5
August 0
September 6
October 2
November 7
December 4
Total 55
As mandated by Section 22 of the
RA 8749, any imported new or locally-
assembled new motor vehicle shall not be
registered unless it complies with the
emission standards set pursuant to this
Act, as evidenced by a Certificate of
Conformity (COC) issued by the
Department. In addition, by virtue of
EMB MC 2018 – 05 inspection of COC
applicants was commenced to verify the
components declared in their application.
For CY 2019, a total of five hundred
eighty – four (584) certificates have been
issued (See Table 2).
Table 2: Certificate of Conformity Issued for CY 2019
Month Motorcycle Motor Vehicle Total
January 55 35 90
February 50 0 50
March 34 8 42
April 23 36 59
May 13 55 68
June 1 24 25
July 23 22 55
August 6 35 41
September 14 27 41
October 13 52 65
November 5 23 28
December 3 17 20
Total 240 344 584
Page 11 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
As an innovation in the issuance of COC, it was recommended to include in the
certificate the emission test results from the country of origin for transparency purposes
under bullet number 15 of the COC.
Further, anti-smoke belching operations by the LGUs amounted to a total of 49,234
vehicles tested with 66% failing the light absorption coefficient (k – value) standard as
stated in DAO 2015 – 14 (Table 3).
Table 3: Anti-Smoke Belching Operations for CY 2019
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
UNIT (LGU) /
GOVERNMENT AGENCY
PASSED FAILED TOTAL
VEHICLES
LGU - Makati 1,704 2,873 4,577
LGU - Mandaluyong 475 3,276 3,751
LGU - Muntinlupa 5,433 1,439 6,872
LGU - Quezon city 197 4,728 4,925
LGU - Pasig 2,424 6,458 8,882
LGU - Pasay 1,553 7,178 8,731
MMDA 2,780 4,120 6,900
LGU - San Juan 2,282 2,314 4,596
TOTAL 16,848 32,386 49,234
PERCENTAGE 34% 66% 100%
Old COC Issued (No Emission Test Result from the country of origin)
New COC Issued (with Emission Test Result from the country of origin)
Page 12 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Industrial Emission Management Program
Compliance with the prescribed emission standards for source specific air
pollutants is a major requirement before a stationary source of air pollution is issued a
Permit to Operate. Under DAO 2013-26 (formerly DAO 2007-25), the AQMS-Central
Office accredits third party source emission testing firms (TPSETF) fully capable of
conducting source emission tests in accordance with the procedures set in the National
Emission Standards for Source Specific Air Pollutants (NESSAP) Table 2 of the
Implementing Rules and Regulations of RA 8749 (DAO 2000-81).
For calendar year 2019, the Air Quality Management Section (AQMS) together
with the Sampling Assessment Team (SAT) undertook a careful series of examination,
observation, and deliberation for the accreditation of Third Party Source Emission Testing
Firms (TPSETF). To date, there are 22 TPSETF that were accredited with forty-five (45)
teams.
Another activity in relation to industrial emission management is the monitoring of
CEMS whether it is calibrated through Relative Accuracy Test Audit (RATA) or Relative
Accuracy Audit (RAA) or Cylinder Gas Audit (CGA). Calibration ensures that the data
collected by the CEMS are accurate. Observation of such activities will pave the way in
the formulation of a new policy which is the accreditation of third party audit service
providers to ensure that the service paid for by the industry is legitimate.
Compliance Monitoring of Firms
Stricter monitoring of stationary sources of pollution especially from major
industries were also undertaken. Out of the 18,089 monitored firms, 3,015 or 17% had
been found to have violated the standards (Table 4).
Table 4: Percentage of Compliance of Firms for CY 2019 (Air Quality)
Details CY 2018 CY 2019
Permit to Operate issued 14,332 13,406
Monitored Firms 17,547 18,089
Notices of Violation Issued 2,890 3,015
Percentage of Compliance 83% 83%
Roadside Ambient and General Ambient Air Monitoring
The Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Network was developed to collect vital air
quality data such as the criteria air pollutants (PM10, PM2.5, SO2, NO2, O3). To date, there
are one hundred four (104) ambient air quality monitoring stations scattered across the
Page 13 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Philippines composed of fifty three (53) Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring
Stations (CAAQMS), fifty one (51) Manual Reference Method stations.
As of December 2019, approximately 81% of the air quality monitoring stations was
functional / operational while 19% was not operational or for repair / replacement.
Airshed Management
Airsheds are established in order to oversee the planning and implementation of air
quality management policies and ensure strong coordination among government agencies
and between government agencies and private sector / civil society. As of CY 2019,
twenty-two (22) airsheds were established and operationalized nationwide.
Categorization of airshed is essential to check the level of compliance in terms of
operationalization (Table 5) . Out of the twenty-two (22) Airsheds, four (4) Airsheds were
classified as Category 1 or “Inactive Airshed”, and eleven (11) Airsheds were classified as
Category 2 or “Active Airshed” as per submitted accomplished Airshed Assessment
Checklist with corresponding Means of Verification (MOV). Seven (7) Airsheds were
classified as Category 1 or “Inactive Airshed”.
Table 5: Categorization of Airshed
Page 14 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Classification of Waterbodies
Water body classifications are arranged in the order of the degree of protection
required, with Class AA and SA having generally the most stringent water quality,
respectively, for fresh surface waters and marine/coastal waters; and Class D and SD
waters have the least stringent water quality for fresh surface waters and marine waters
respectively.
In CY 2019, the Bureau has classified additional seventy-four (74) water bodies
bringing it to a total of eight hundred ninety-eight (898) water bodies that have been
classified in terms of best usage and water quality to be maintained. To date, there are three
hundred twenty-one (321) classified principal rivers with drainage areas of not less than 40
sq. km. This accounts for 76% of the country’s 421 principal rivers identified by the
National Water Resources Board.
Overall, Region 4B has the biggest number of classified water bodies with ninety-
six (96) followed by Region 3 with seventy-six (76), Region 6 with seventy-three (73),
Region 5 with seventy (70) Region 4A with sixty-seven (67), Region 8 with sixty-six (66),
Region 7 Region 9 and Region 12 with sixty-one (61), Region 2 with fifty-five (55)
followed by Region 10 with fifty-two (52), Region 11 with forty-seven (47), Region 13 or
Caraga Region with forty-three (43) , the Cordillera Administrative Region with thirty-
nine (39), Region 1 with twenty-five (25) and finally the National Capital Region with six
(6) classified water bodies.
Monitoring of Priority Rivers
The objective of monitoring Priority Rivers is to improve water quality and comply
with the DENR Administrative Order No. 2016-08 or the Water Quality Guidelines and
General Effluent Standards of 2016. Monthly water quality monitoring was conducted for
the identified forty-six (46) priority rivers. Out of the 46 priority rivers monitored in
CY 2019, thirty-four (34) rivers were already within BOD criteria and thirty-seven (37)
rivers within DO criteria.
Monitoring of Priority Recreational Waters (Bathing Beaches)
The Bureau identified thirty-nine (39) priority recreational waters to be monitored
in 2019. Out of 39 monitored recreational waters for Fecal Coliform, twenty-five (25) or
64% are within the water quality guideline value while out of 33 recreational waters
monitored for pH, thirty-two (32) or 97% bathing beaches are within the pH criteria.
Page 15 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Water Quality Management Area (WQMA)
The designation of Water Quality Management Areas (WQMA) is governed by the
Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004 or RA 9275 under Section 5 which states that the
“Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in coordination with the
National Water Resources Board (NWRB), shall designate certain areas water quality
management areas using appropriate physiographic units such as watershed, river basins
or water resources regions. Said management areas shall have similar hydrological,
hydrogeological, meteorological or geographic conditions which affect the
physiochemical, biological and bacteriological reactions and diffusions of pollutants in the
water bodies or otherwise share common interest or face similar development programs,
prospects or problems.”
In 2019, one (1) WQMA was designated thru DENR Administrative Order No.
2019-15 “Designation of the Boracay Island Water Quality Management and Conservation
Area (WQMACA) and Creation of its Governing Board”, making the total designated
WQMA thirty-eight (38) (including the areas within the jurisdiction of the Laguna Lake
Development Authority which was designated as one WQMA by virtue of Section 5 of RA
9275) (See attached Annex R).
WQMAs are being administered by the EMB Regional Offices and have different
strategies in addressing the constraints faced in the designation or operationalization of
WQMA. These include capacity building, closer coordination with the stakeholders, and
more support from the LGUs, among others.
Adopt an Estero Waterbody Program
With the continuous implementation of the Adopt-an-Estero Waterbody Program,
decrease in floating garbage is noticeable in some of our water bodies and creeks.
Other achievements of the program include, among others, the following: increased
frequency of dredging/de-clogging activities, improved waste collection efficiency,
quicker flooding subsidence, complementary local policies and programs and
employment to some communities along the adopted waterbodies.
Out of four hundred seven (407) esteros/waterbodies monitored in CY 2019, one
hundred and fifty-three (153) waterbodies exhibited significant improvement in terms of
BOD while one hundred and forty-seven (147) waterbodies showed water quality
improvement in terms of DO.
Other government agencies such as the Department of Public Works and
Highways (DPWH), Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and Local
Government Units (LGUs) pursued massive clean-up of water bodies. A total of 933
sacks, 2,065,302 kgs of mixed solid waste were recovered by the participants in the said
activity composed of 29,391 individuals from partner adopters, LGUs and community
within the adopted waterbodies. The mitigation of pollution from residential, informal
settlers and other domestic sources were also checked, since they are considered one of
the major causes of water pollution.
Page 16 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Physical Improvements in the Adopted Esteros / Waterbodies
Region: NCR
Name of Adopted Waterbody: LINGUNAN CREEK
Location: Valenzuela City
Private Sector Partner: March Resources Manufacturing Corp.
Region: 3
Name of Adopted Waterbody: QUEBIAWAN CREEK
Location: San Fernando City, Pampanga
Private Sector Partner: Pepsi Cola Products Philippines Inc.
Region: 9
Name of Adopted Waterbody: ZAMBOANGA CHANNEL CREEK
Location: Zamboanga City
Private Sector Partner: Jollibee Camins Branch, 905th Philippine Army
BEFORE AFTER
BEFORE AFTER
BEFORE AFTER
Page 17 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Monitoring of Other Waterbodies
One hundred eighty (180) rivers were monitored throughout the Philippines. Out of
the said number of waterbodies monitored in terms of Dissolved Oxygen (DO), one
hundred forty seven (147) or 82% were within the water quality guideline value. For
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD), out of one hundred sixty four (164) waterbodies
monitored, one hundred eighteen (118) or 72% passed the water quality guideline value.
Monitoring of Other Recreational Waters
Out of the 174 monitored bathing beaches in terms of Fecal Coliform, 97 beaches
or (56%) passed the water quality criteria for Class SB waters while out of 157 monitored
beaches in terms of pH criteria, 151 beaches or 96% passed the water quality standard.
Recognition of Pollution Control Officer Training Organizations / Institutions
Section 13 (Training for PCOs and Requirements for Training
Organizations/Institutions) of DENR Administrative Order No. 2014-02 or the Revised
Guidelines for Pollution Control Officer (PCO) Accreditation directs the EMB to recognize
training organizations/institutions which shall provide training for PCOs. As part of the
recognition process, the training organizations/institutions must meet the requirements
provided in Annex 5 of DAO 2014-02.
In CY 2019, there were twenty-one (21) and ten (10) training organizations /
institutions recognized by EMB in 2019 for PCO basic and advance trainings, respectively
(See Annex S).
Compliance Monitoring of Firms
A number of industries and commercial establishments are still unable to
comply with the effluent standards despite the availability of technology to treat
wastewater. In CY 2019 about 54% or 4,930 firms of the 9,060 monitored firms
nationwide were found to have violated effluent standards. There are still micro-, small
and medium enterprises which do not invest in facilities to treat their wastewater prior to
discharge to water bodies resulting in the degradation of rivers, lakes and marine
waters. (Table 6).
Table 6: Percentage of Compliance of Firms for CY 2019 (Water Quality)
Details CY 2018 CY 2019
Discharge Permit issued 6,010 5,929
Monitored Firms 9,554 9,060
Notices of Violation Issued 4,959 4,930
Percentage of Compliance 48% 46%
Page 18 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Facilitation and Approval of the 10-Year Solid Waste Management Plans
Section 16 of RA 9003 requires that “provinces, cities or municipalities, through
their local solid waste management boards, shall prepare its respective 10-year Solid
Waste Management Plans (SWMPs) consistent with the National Solid Waste Management
Framework”. The SWMP shall contain all the components provided in Section 17 of the
Act including the corresponding timetable for the implementation of the solid waste
management program.
All SWMPs submitted by the Local Government Units (LGUs) shall be subjected to
the approval of the National Solid Waste Management Commission (NSWMC). Prior to
the approval, the SWMPs are reviewed and evaluated by the NSWMC Secretariat which,
in turn, endorses to the NSWMC-Executive Committees for deliberation and subsequent
endorsement to the NSWMC for approval.
The EMB Regional Offices were provided with funds to assist the LGUs through
workshops in the finalization and/or updating of their SWMPs. LGUs were also provided
with technical assistance in the development/formulation/updating of 10-yr SWM Plans
including the conduct of WACS, plan preparation & pre-WACS orientation.
As of December 2019, a total of one thousand six hundred fifteen (1,615)
city/municipal and provincial SWM plans were submitted. Out of the total submissions,
nine hundred fifty (950) or 59% SWM plans were approved. Two hundred seventy-nine
(279) SWMPs were approved by the NSWMC through joint review and cooperation among
the concerned stakeholders such as, the EMB-SWMD Central Office, Solid Waste
Management Sections of the EMB Regional Offices and BARMM in close coordination
with the LGUs in CY 2019. One hundred (100) SWMPs have still to be submitted by the
LGUs mostly from BARMM
Support in the Establishment of Materials Recovery Facility (MRF)
Section 32of the Republic Act 9003 mandates the establishment of Materials
Recovery Facility (MRF) in every Barangay or cluster of barangays in order to meet the
mandatory waste diversion of solid waste from waste disposal facilities through re-use,
recycling, and composting activities and other resource recovery activities.
This program aims to provide support to LGUs in the establishment of MRFs
through the EMB-ROs. The Guidelines on the downloading of funds for the support in the
establishment of MRFs and procurement/fabrication of SWM equipment was issued to all
EMB Regional Offices.
Page 19 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
In CY 2019, additional 382 MRFs were established which brings to the total of
10,722 MRFs established servicing 13,994 barangays nationwide (See Figure 5).
Figure 5: Established Materials Recovery Facility (CY 2010 - CY 2019)
Technical Assistance in the Closure and Rehabilitation of Illegal Dumpsites
Regular monitoring and technical assistance are continuously being conducted by
the EMB- Regional Offices to LGUs for the closure of illegal disposal facilities. Increase
was noted from 165 operational Sanitary Landfill in CY 2018 to 187 in CY 2019 servicing
408 LGUs nationwide. As of December 2019, there were still 331 illegal dumpsites
nationwide. The increase in the number of illegal dumpsites is due to insufficiency of
proper disposal facility and intensive monitoring/validation of illegal dumpsites
nationwide by Solid Waste Enforcers and Educators Team. (Figure 6).
Figure 6: Disposal Facilities Nationwide (CY 2010 – CY 2019)
6,9577,327
7,7138,486 8,656
9,3359,883
10,052 10,340 10,722
7,938 8,3238,843
9,63410,327
12,60713,155 13,324 13,612 13,994
01,0002,0003,0004,0005,0006,0007,0008,0009,000
10,00011,00012,00013,00014,000
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
Nu
mb
er
of
MR
Fs
Year
Materials Recovery Facility (CY 2010 - CY 2019)
Established Brgy. Served
1174
1025945 923 900
553511
385304 331
33 38 45 72 86 101 118 135
165 1870
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
Nu
mb
er
of
Dis
po
sal F
acili
tie
s
Year
DISPOSAL FACILITIES (CY 2010 - CY 2019)
Illegal Dumpsites Sanitary Landfill
Page 20 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Maintenance of Old San Mateo Landfill (SLF)
The objective of this program is to maintain and repair the structure of the Old San
Mateo Sanitary Landfill in Brgy. Pintong Bukawe, San Mateo, Rizal.
The approved revised Terms of Reference (TOR) on the Design and Build Scheme
for the Closure and Rehabilitation Activities of the San Mateo Landfill located in Barangay
Pintong Bukawe, San Mateo, Rizal, was submitted by the EMB to the Procurement Service
– Department of Budget and Management on September 11, 2018.
For the year 2019, Resolution No. BAC4-2019-0602 on the Declaration of Failure
of Bidding dated 15 July 2019 was issued for the 2nd bid failure. Re-Bidding of the Design
and Build for the Closure and Rehabilitation of San Mateo Sanitary Landfill was conducted
on 5 September 2019.
Accordingly, four (4) separate site inspections were conducted in San Mateo SLF
together with the four (4) bidders: a) Bethesda Bio solutions Corporation; b) Metro waste
SWM Corporation; c) Spandex Marketing; and d) Verzontal Builders, Inc. Meetings
with Barangay Captains of Barangay Pintong Bukawe, San Mateo, San Juan and Antipolo
City on 27 August 2019 were conducted to discuss on how to address the scavengers and
placement of signages in the area. Site visit was also conducted by the EMB Assistant
Director, Engr. Vizminda Osorio, and PGSS-AFD to assess the repair of existing security
guard office in the said area.
Equipment inspections and Post Qualification Evaluation were conducted on 3
October 2019 and 15 October 2019, respectively. Eight (8) laborers/maintenance staff
were hired to continuously maintain the area.
Implementation of Key Result Area No. 2 – SWM under the Manila Bay
Rehabilitation Program
In support to the rehabilitation of the Manila Bay, the EMB-SWMD convened the
members of KRA 2 of the Manila Bay Task Force to discuss the following specific
objectives:
• Clarification of targets until CY 2022;
• Provision of standard template of reporting under KRA 2; and
• Generation of information based from the clean-up activities in Manila Bay
area.
Based on the presentation made by DENR-NCR Manila Bay Site Coordinating and
Management Office, a total of three hundred twenty-five (325) clean up activities were
undertaken in 2019 through the assistance provided by twenty one thousand eight hundred
ninety one (21,891) volunteers. More than 1.2 million kilograms of solid wastes were
collected and removed from Manila Bay area and its tributaries. The following activities
were also reported undertaken by the DENR-NCR MBSCMO under KRA 2:
• Installation of Trash traps at BASECO Lagoon;
• Fabrication of 2 Trash Collector Rafts with capacity of 552 kg load;
• Inspection of rivers and esteros;
• Coordination meetings with concerned stakeholders; and
• Launching of the Manila Bay Watch Bike Patrollers.
Page 21 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Solid Waste Enforcement and Education Program (SWEEP)
In support to DENR DAO 2018-18, the three hundred nine (309) Environmental
Monitoring Officers (EnMOs) under the SWEEP remained to be deployed in the DENR
PENROs and CENROs. For CY 2019, the EnMOs were able to facilitate the clean-up of
twenty-six thousand sixty-eight (26,068) uncleaned sites in various areas nationwide. They
were able to support the implementation of the SWEEP, maintained two hundred eighty-
seven (287) compliant barangays to RA 9003 and assisted four hundred thirty-seven (437)
LGUs in the completion of their SWM Self Compliance Monitoring and Auditing Report
(SCMAR).
The EnMOs also conducted four hundred seven (407) lectures and SWM
Information Campaign. Based on the substantial accomplishments provided, SWEEP
greatly contributed in the improvement of the environmental quality in accordance with
the Plan targets under the Philippine Development Plan 2017-2022 (to Ensure Ecological
Integrity, Clean and Healthy Environment).
FOREIGN-ASSISTED AND SPECIAL PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED
See attached Annex T – Annual Narrative Report of Foreign-Assisted Projects and Special
Projects for CY 2019
OTHER SIGNIFICANT ACCOMPLISHMENTS/MILESTONES/INNOVATIONS
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT
The EMB Central Office continuously provides guidance to the EMB Regional
Offices in the implementation of Philippine Environmental Impact Statement System
(PEISS). EMB Central Office implements the PEISS for Environmentally Critical Projects
(ECPs) while the Regional Offices implements the PEISS for Non-ECPs in
Environmentally Critical Areas (ECAs).
For CY 2019, six thousand two hundred one (6,201) ECCs were issued which
translates to a total project cost of Php 1,858,674,700,353.04 with 420,819 employment
generated.
Page 22 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Compliance Monitoring of Firms
Out of sixteen thousand six hundred eighty eight (16,688) firms/projects monitored,
four thousand two hundred thirty five (4,235) projects/firms were issued with Notice of
Adverse Findings/ show cause orders for failure to comply with their ECC conditions (See
Table 7).
Table 7: Percentage of Compliance of Firms for CY 2019 (ECC)
Details CY 2018 CY 2019
ECC issued 5,175 6,201
Monitored Firms 16,952 16,688
Notices of Violation Issued 4,377 4,235
Percentage of Compliance 74% 75%
TOXIC SUBSTANCES AND CHEMICALS MANAGEMENT
The Bureau continuously regulates chemicals which are deemed to pose risk to
human health and the environment. Risk assessment and evaluation process is done on
every application for permits received. The evaluation includes review of chemical
management plan, process flow, contingency plans and evaluation of compliance to other
environmental laws and regulations. Among the permits issued at the EMB Central Office
(Table 8) and Regional Office (Table 9) are as follows:
Table 8: Permits Issued by Central Office
Certificates/ Clearances/ Permits CY 2018 CY 2019
PCL Compliance Certificate 479 735
PCL Exemption Certificate 164 273
PMPIN 150 189
PSIC (ODS) 621 760
Certificate of Registration (ODS) 161 285
CCO Registration 99 81
CCO Importation Clearance 128 473
TOTAL 1,802 2,796
Table 9: Permits Issued by Regional Offices
Certificates / Clearances CY 2018 CY 2019
Small Quantity Importation (SQI) 2,505 3,022
Importation Clearances (Asbestos,
Cyanide, Mercury and ODS) 247 361
Registration Certificates (CCO) 325 226
3,077 3,069
Page 23 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Support to Manila Bay Rehabilitation
The Chemical Management Section (CMS) staff is part of the inspection teams
utilized to assist EMB NCR and LLDA in monitoring different establishments near water
bodies leading to the Manila Bay. The inspected facilities include commercial
establishments, residential buildings, schools, malls, service shops among others. The
CMS specifically focuses on compliance to RA6969 aside from the other environmental
laws which EMB implements. Reports were submitted to the respective team leaders. A
total of one hundred thirty-two (132) establishments were inspected and monitored during
the 1st and 2nd quarter of CY 2019.
HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT
Based on DENR Memorandum Circular No. 2002-12 dated 23 October 2002, the
registration of hazardous waste generators (Section 26 [1] of DAO 29) and the processing
and approval or issuance of Permit to Transport of hazardous wastes (Section 27 [1] of
DAO 29) are delegated to the EMB Regional Offices. The EMB Central Office shall
continue to process applications for registration of waste transporters and the Treatment,
Storage and Disposal (TSD) facilities for hazardous wastes (Section 30 [1] of DAO 29);
and the processing of export clearances and the registration of importers and processing of
applications importation clearances for recyclable materials containing hazardous
substances (Section 31 [1] of DAO 29).
The Philippines is a party to the Basel Convention on the Control of Transboundary
Movements of Hazardous Wastes and their Disposal. The overall goal of the Convention
is to protect human health and the environment against the adverse effects which may result
from the generation and transboundary movements and management of hazardous wastes.
The EMB, through HWMS, acts as the Competent Authority and Focal Point to the
Convention. Pursuant to RA 6969, the following permits are issued at the EMB Central
Office (Table 10) and Regional Office (Table 11) are as follows:
Table 10: Permits Issued by the Central Office
Certificates/ Clearances/ Permits CY 2018 CY 2019
TSD registration/renewal/amendment 134 130
Transporter
registration/renewal/amendment
176 207
Importer registration/amendment 2 3
Importation Clearance 234 262
Notification 54 64
Export Clearance 38 62
TOTAL 638 728
Page 24 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Table 11: Permits Issued by the Regional Offices
Certificates / Clearances CY 2018 CY 2019
Hazardous Waste Generators (HWGs) 4,948 6,885
Transport Permit 8,405 8,300
TOTAL 13,353 15,185
Support to Manila Bay Rehabilitation
A total of one hundred fifteen (115) facilities were inspected/monitored relative to
the DENR’s program to rehabilitate Manila Bay and in compliance with the instructions of
the Office of the EMB Director to conduct inspections of facilities applying for
TSD/Importer Registration and Importation Clearance, which is part of the UNIDO-EMB
Safe PCB/E-waste Project.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND INFORMATION
Republic Act (R.A.) No. 9512 otherwise known as an Act to promote Environmental
Awareness and Education – and for other purposes, is the law that recognizes the vital role
of the youth in nation-building, and the role of education to foster patriotism and
nationalism, accelerate social progress and provide total human liberation and
development.
Thus, the EMB-DENR, thru its Environmental Education and Information Division
(EEID) and its 16 Regional Environmental Education and Information Units (EEIUs), are
synchronized in the nationwide conduct of several environmental events year-round,
beginning from Zero Waste Month (January), World Water Day (March 22) and Philippine
Water Week (third week of March), International Earth Day (April 22), Philippine Earth
Month (April), World Environment Day (June 5), Philippine Environment Month (June),
National Clean Up Month, International Coastal Clean Up Weekend (third weekend of
September), World Environmental Health Day (September 25), National Clean Air Month,
and National Environmental Awareness Month (November), Global Warming and Climate
Change Consciousness Week (November 21-25).
There has been increasing environmental consciousness effected by EMB EEID’s
IEC programs. There is also an increasing trend in likes and shared posts on EMB’s official
Facebook pages. EEIUs are likewise guided by the EMB Central Office on the continued
strengthening of their social media presence through capacity building activities and
guidelines on how to effectively reach out to growing audiences in various social media
platforms.
Continued participation of schools in EMB’s National Search for Sustainable and
Eco-friendly Schools was successfully highlighted in 2019 year’s search. More schools
expressed their desire to join the recognition program. To effectively gauge the success of
this program, EEID, in 2020, will facilitate the evaluation and assessment of previous
Page 25 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
winners of the Search from 2009 – 2017 to validate if sustainability has been achieved by
the winning schools.
The action orientation in the EEID programs, particularly for the eco-friendly and
sustainable schools programs is able to expand the environmental programs in schools.
Youth leadership and involvements for environmental information, education and
restoration, including sustainable lifestyles are also accelerating.
Capacity Building for PENRO and CENRO
The training for PENRO AND CENRO on environmental laws was conducted on
June 24-28, 2019 in Linden Suites, Ortigas, Pasig City. Training events were also held on
July 22-26, 2019 for the Mindanao Cluster, August 5-8, 2019 in Park Inn, Iloilo City for
the Visayas Cluster and August 26-30, 2019 for the remaining Luzon Cluster. The activity
was conducted to equip the PENROs and CENROs with sufficient knowledge on the
mandates and international commitments of the EMB.
Special Environmental Events
➢ Philippine Water Week and World Water Day Celebration (March 15-22, 2019)
The international theme
for the celebration in 2019 was
“Leaving no one behind” which
was adopted through the local
theme Hawak kamay. Tubig
kaagapay.”
➢ Earth Day / Earth Month Celebration
The Bureau joined the
global and local celebration of
Earth Day in coordination with
the DENR - Strategic
Communication and Initiatives
Service and the Earth Day
Network Philippines. With the
theme, “Protect Our Species,”
EEID joined the Earth Day Main
Event organized by Tayo ang
Kalikasan on April 24, 2019 at
the Amphitheater, Parks and
Wildlife Nature Center. The
Bureau assisted in the MOA signing ceremony between the DENR and the Rotary Club
under the Manila Bay Rehabilitation program. Also, the Bureau set up an exhibit that
featured paintings of the youth about Manila Bay.
Page 26 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
➢ World Environment Month
The Environmental Management
Bureau- Department of Environment and
Natural Resources (EMB-DENR) enjoins
the nation in the celebration of June 5, 2019
as the World Environment Day and the
month of June 2019 as the Philippine
Environment Month, with the theme, "Beat
Air Pollution.” The CY 2019 celebration of
World Environment Day and the Philippine
Environment Month, encourages everyone
to understand what air pollution is, how it
affects our health and environment, and to
take action to improve the air around us.
The Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
–Environmental Management
Bureau in coordination with the
Earth Savers led by Former DENR
Secretary Heherson Alvarez staged
an Interfaith, Intercultural Forum to
Beat Air Pollution for a Healthy and
Safe Nation to mark the celebration
of World Environment Day on June
5 auspiciously linked with Eid al-
Fitr observance. Members of the
media from the Liga ng mga Broadkasters led by National Press Club President, Lakay
Gonzalo, participated in the media forum wherein air pollution was highlighted in the
discussions.
The Bureau Launched the “BeatAirPollution” Mask Challenge in the EMB Official
Facebook Page, wherein the public are encouraged to submit face masks made of
recyclable materials.
Page 27 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
➢ International Coastal Clean-Up and September as “National Clean-Up Month”
The Bureau joined volunteers
composed of various government
agencies, private sector, academe and
the civil society in the biggest coastal
cleanup held every third Saturday of
September.
Internation al Coastal Cleanup
(ICC) provides the opportunity to
make a difference in a global
movement by getting rid of
trash/debris from our shorelines, rivers, lakes and waterways; raising environmental
awareness; and providing information which will guide and influence governments,
corporations and industries in developing smart solutions to the marine debris problem.
➢ World Environmental Health Day
The Department of Environment
and Natural Resources (DENR) and
Department of Health (DOH) jointly led
the celebration of the 2019 Philippine
World Environmental Health Day
(WEHD) on September 26 at Hotel H2O,
Manila. The commemoration of WEHD
is the first official celebration in the
Philippines after President Rodrigo Roa
Duterte signed Proclamation 595,
declaring September 26 as World Environmental Health Day. The national theme for the
2019 observance is “Malusog na Kapaligiran, Sandigan ng Tunay na Kaunlaran”.
➢ National Clean Air Month / National Environmental Awareness Month and
Climate Change Consciousness Week
With the theme, “One Planet, One Nation: Sustaining Green Actions for a Safer
Climate,” the Bureau spearheaded the following events:
Page 28 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
National Awarding of the Search for Sustainable and Eco-friendly Schools
The EMB named the 2019 most sustainable and eco-friendly schools in the country,
honoring educational institutions nationwide in pursuing the best sustainable and eco-
friendly programs and activities. The awarding of winner was held at Novotel, Quezon
City on November 22.
This year’s winners were, Isabela State University - Cabagan Campus in Santiago
City, Isabela was hailed as National Champion under the College Category; Cebu
Normal University in Cebu City won second place; while Batangas State University
and John B. Lacson Colleges Foundation, Bacolod Campus both won third place.
For the High School Category, the national champion was Santiago City National
High School, Isabela in Cagayan Valley; second place was Concepcion L. Cazeñas
Memorial School in Antique and the third place was awarded to Agusan Del Sur
National High School in Agusan Del Sur.
Under the Elementary School Category, North Caranan Elementary School in
Camarines Sur bagged the first place; Santiago North Central School SPED Center in
Cagayan Valley won second place and North Central Elementary School in Dagupan
City, Pangasinan, won third place.
RESEARCH AND LABORATORY SERVICES
Environmental Research Studies
Acid Deposition Monitoring and Research
Acid deposition monitoring and research in the Philippines are conducted in
accordance to activities under the Acid Deposition Monitoring Network in East Asia
(EANET). The Philippines is one of the 13 member countries of EANET and the
Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) is the National Center for EANET in the
Page 29 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Philippines. The following activities have been conducted by the EMB for Acid
Deposition Monitoring and Research:
• Weekly deposition monitoring to provide fundamental data for the temporal and
spatial distribution of acid deposition in selected sites;
• Inland aquatic environment monitoring to gather data in assessing effects of
acid deposition on aquatic ecosystems;
• Catchment-scale monitoring to gather basic data in evaluating the effects of
acid deposition qualitatively and quantitatively on a catchment scale; and,
• Soil and vegetation monitoring to gather data in assessing effects of acid
deposition on terrestrial ecosystems.
a) Wet and Dry Acid Deposition Monitoring
A total of 53 wet deposition samples (including field blank samples) and 33
filter pack samples for dry deposition were collected for CY 2019. The wet
deposition samples collected included both rainwater and field blank samples
while dry deposition samples consisted of filter packs (four-level).
b) Inland Aquatic Environment Monitoring
Quarterly monitoring of Lake Pandin, study site for Inland Aquatic
Environment (IAE) Monitoring, was carried-out. A total 4 lake water samples
(two lake water and two field blank) were collected.
A report entitled “Long-term trend analysis of acidity, alkalinity,
conductivity and ionic trends of water at Pandin Lake, San Pablo, Laguna
Philippines” in relation to the Inland Aquatic Environment Monitoring of
EANET was prepared and submitted. The objective of the report is to firstly
accumulate a baseline data based on the data gathered and be able to evaluate
the current situation of the lake; and, secondly to detect impacts of acid
deposition on inland aquatic environment in its early stages.
c) Catchment-scale Monitoring
Monthly collection of stream water samples at the La Mesa Watershed
Catchment Area was conducted to gather baseline data as input in the
interpretation of seasonal changes in stream water chemistry based on
atmospheric deposition and/or other biogeochemical pathways. One sampling
station (vicinity of Tower 1) was identified as catchment-scale sampling point
during the survey by the ACAP Technical Mission and EMB staff last 29
January 2019. For CY 2019, a total of 12 stream water samples were collected.
d) Soil and Vegetation Monitoring
The Philippines, as a member of the network, monitors and reports changes
in vegetation and soil periodically at selected location in the country to
determine the extent and impact of acid deposition in this part of the East Asian
region. Several of the monitoring plots established in the Philippines are in La
Mesa Watershed, a watershed surrounded by urban development. This
watershed is highly impacted by Metro Manila and other surrounding towns
and cities, thus, a very strategic area for assessing whatever impact air pollution
Page 30 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
has on forest ecosystems. For CY 2019, a total of 20 soil samples were
collected.
Assessment of Perfluorinated Alkyls Substances (PFAS) and Polynuclear Aromatic
Hydrocarbons (PAHs) levels in Water and Sediments
The activity aims to assess the concentration levels of dioxins and furans in samples
collected from sites. The samples are proposed to be ambient air, soil and water samples to
be collected from sanitary landfills. The analysis will include 15 PAHs, including
Benzo(a)pyerene that is currently included in the DENR AO 2016-08, and 2 PFAS, namely
Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS) and Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA). The data will be
used to determine extent of partitioning of these pollutants between the sediments, water
and suspended particulates in the water samples collected in each site. The generated data
from this activity will be useful in projecting the tendency of these pollutants for long-range
transport and in identifying the most viable route for transport in these environments.
The following activities were carried out in relation to this activity:
• 28 June 2019, Pre-sampling Coordination Meeting for the Polynuclear
Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAHs) and Perfluorinated Alkyl Substances (PFAs)
Monitoring Project in Water/Wastewater and Sediments (Attended by 12
ERLSD personnel, two EQMD-WQMS personnel and one EQMD-CHMS
personnel)
• 18 September 2019, a coordination meeting with representatives of Pasig River
Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) and EQMD-Chemicals Management
Section was conducted in preparation for the collection of water and sediment
samples which was scheduled on 23-25 October 2019. The data gathered by the
PRRC from physico-chemical and metals analyses of water and sediments were
requested from the agency. These data will be used to assess the applicability
of the Pasig River Unified Monitoring System (PRUMS) to the objectives of
the researches.
Sampling of river water and sediments for PFAS and PAHs analysis was done in
October 2019 from the Pasig River Unified Monitoring Stations (PRUMS) in coordination
with the Pasig River Rehabilitation Commission (PRRC) and the Philippine Coast Guard
in Malacañang. Separate samples for these two analytes were collected due to
incompatibilities in the sampling container requirements. Analysis of PAHs from water
samples were done using Solid-Phase Extraction, while Pressurized Fluid Extraction was
used for sediment extraction. Additional sampling activities must be done this 2020 to
complete the target of 2 sampling events each for the wet and the dry season.
Bioindicators for the Assessment, Protection and Restoration of Aquatic Health
This study aims to identify and develop biological indicators for the assessment of
water quality aimed to support certain provisions of Republic Act No. 9275 (Philippine
Clean Water Act of 2004). Biological characterization thru biological indicators and
indices can complement chemical and physical characteristics of the aquatic environment,
providing a more meaningful assessment of the quality of both inland and marine waters
and can be another tool to improve water quality management. For CY 2019, a total of 54
environmental samples (river water and sediments) were collected for this activity.
Page 31 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
The aquatic habitat during the dry season sampling was observed to be composed
of rocky to muddy substrate with lush vegetation. Post-processing (consists of sorting,
counting and preservation) and pre-identification of macroinvertebrates collected during
the dry season sampling and the wet season sampling were conducted in May 2019 and in
November 2019, respectively. The specimens will still be submitted to a certified
authenticator (i.e., Philippine National Museum) for verification. A total of 312
macroinvertebrates were collected, post-processed and pre-identified.
A report entitled “Assessment of water quality of wadeable stream from selected
sampling sites at the La Mesa Watershed using macroinvertebrates as bioindicators was
also prepared.
Analysis of Environmental Samples
For CY 2019, the Bureau was able to analyze a total of 49,379 environmental
samples (consisting of 9,700 environmental samples for 1st quarter; 13,205 environmental
samples for 2nd quarter; 12,744 environmental samples for 3rd quarter and 13,460
environmental samples for 4th quarter) [inclusive of QA/ QC samples], to support the
various monitoring activities and projects (i.e., Acid Deposition Monitoring, Catchment-
scale Monitoring, Soil and Vegetation Monitoring, Bioindicators project, Air and Water
Quality Monitoring, EMB-CO Laboratory Wastewater Holding Tank Monitoring, Manila
Bay Rehabilitation Project, etc.). The analyzed samples resulted in a total of 219,821
determinations (consisting of 42,465 sample determinations for 1st quarter; 53,910 sample
determinations for 2nd quarter; 64,113 sample determinations for 3rd quarter and 59,333
sample determinations for 4th quarter) for the considered parameters such as BOD, COD,
nutrients, heavy metals, POPs, etc.
Training / Capacity Building
2019 Interlaboratory Comparison Exercises for DENR-EMB Analysts
The conduct of the Interlaboratory Comparison Exercises for EMB Central and
Regional laboratory personnel was successfully carried-out on 15-24 May 2019 at the EMB
Central Office Laboratory Building, DENR Compound, Visayas Avenue, Diliman, Quezon
City.
The Exercises focused on the conduct of sampling and analysis of selected
parameters for ambient air and stationary source emissions that included Suspended
Particulate Matter – TSP, PM10, and PM2.5, Nitrogen Dioxide, Sulfur Dioxide, Ozone and
various metals in particulates for ambient air; and Sulfur Oxides and Nitrogen Oxides for
stationary source emission. Lectures on sampling handling, pre-treatment and
determinative analysis of the above-mentioned parameters was presented.
In addition, overview on the requirements of dioxins and furans analysis in ambient
air and stationary source emissions, technological advancements on different instruments
for use in environmental analysis, included those on various microbiological parameters in
water and wastewater was also included. The said activity was participated in by 70
technical personnel from of the EMB Central and Regional Offices.
Page 32 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Training-Workshop on the Calibration/Maintenance including Installation,
Operational and Performance Qualification (IQ, OQ, and PQ) Requirements of
Dioxins and Furans Sampling Equipment; and Measurement of Uncertainty in
Chemical Analysis
The conduct of the Training-Workshop on the Calibration/Maintenance of Dioxins
and Furans Sampling Equipment and Measurement of Uncertainty in Chemical Analysis
was successfully carried-out on 4-8 November 2019 at the Upper Story Serviced
Apartments, Cubao, Quezon City.
The training-workshop was organized to strengthen the capabilities of technical
personnel from the EMB Central and Regional Offices on the determination of dioxins and
furans specifically the sampling equipment used, and the equipment validation required.
The said activity was participated in by 60 technical personnel from of the EMB Central
and Regional Offices
Implementation of DAO 98-63 (Environmental Laboratory Recognition Scheme)
DAO No. 98-63 defines the guidelines for the designation of DENR recognized
environmental laboratories. It aims to: (a) complement DENR analytical facilities for
environmental characterization and monitoring, environmental impact assessment,
pollution control and management, and research and development; (b) involve the private
sector in environmental analytical services; (c) harmonize laboratory analytical procedures
and techniques; and (d) promote the use of QA/QC practices in environmental
measurements.
The ELR scheme covers 38 parameters for water and wastewater, 10 parameters
for ambient air and stack emission, and 15 parameter groups for sediment and biota. The
ELR process involves five steps: (a) Level 1 (Application Phase); (b) Level 2 (Laboratory
Inspection and Assessment); (c) Level 3 (Proficiency Testing); (d) Level 4 (Review and
Evaluation of Data and Information); and (e) Level 5 (Issuance of Certificate of
Recognition).
The following activities were carried out during CY 2019:
• Initial assessment for one applicant laboratory;
• Level 2 assessment conducted for 12 applicant laboratories;
• Evaluation and review of laboratory documents conducted by the TAG-LR
for 33 applicant laboratories;
• Assessment of 39 applicant DENR recognized environmental laboratories;
• Regional laboratory assessment conducted for 15 EMB regional
laboratories; and
• Conduct of Proficiency testing exercise.
POLLUTION ADJUDICATION BOARD (PAB)
The Pollution Adjudication Board is a quasi-judicial body created under Section 19
of Executive Order 192 for the adjudication of pollution cases. Organizationally, the PAB
is under the supervision of the Office of the DENR Secretary, the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) while the EMB is the one mandated by law
to provide Secretariat support to the PAB.
Page 33 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
In CY 2019, Four Hundred Ninety Four (494) PAB Orders/Resolutions were
issued. Out of the total resolutions issued, sixty (60) firms were issued with Cease and
Desist Orders (CDO), one hundred forty-four (144) cases were resolved (Final Lifting
Order) and twenty (20) cases were issued Temporary Lifting Order (TLO). Other
resolutions such as Show Cause Order, Imposition of Fines and others with a total of two
hundred seventy (270) (See Figure 7).
Cases Handled in 2019
FLO 144
CDO 60
TLO 20
Others (Fines,
Dismissed, etc.) 270
Total 494
Figure 7: Orders/Resolutions Issued CY 2019
The pollution cases lodged before the PAB does not end by merely complying with
the DENR standard. Once found that the firm already complied with the DENR
requirement, fines and penalties will be imposed upon the respondent for their previous
violations. In line with that, the fines and penalties collected by the PAB from January to
December 2019 amounted to Php 80,183,228.00 (See Figure 8).
Figure 8: Contributions to Government Fund
144.00
60.00
20.00
270.00
Orders/Resolutions Issued (CY 2019)
FLO
CDO
TLO
Others
42,814,373
19,568,855
17,800,000
Fines Collected (CY 2019)
RA 9275
PD 984
RA 8749
Page 34 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
INNOVATIONS
Improvement to Online Permitting and Monitoring System (OPMS):
The OPMS was upgraded to further improve the tracking of controlled
chemicals specifically sodium cyanide from importation to end-users. The inventory
module of OPMS limits the distribution of the chemicals to registered users only. It
also provides the EMB easy monitoring on the movement of the sodium cyanide
nationwide.
Figure 9: Online Permitting and Monitoring System Interface
The OPMS- PICCS online verification system was also operationalized starting
November 2019. This simple verification tool provides guidance to chemical
distributor, importers and end-users to secure the appropriate EMB chemical-related
permits. It can also generate a printable report which can be presented by the importer
to the Bureau of Customs for reference purposes.
The Wastewater Discharge Permit module was also updated to cater onetime
payment for both the application and discharge fee.
Improvement to Environmental Impact Assessment System (EIAS):
The ECC Online applications monitoring dashboard was developed and
introduced to regional offices to easily keep track the location and status of ECC
applications. It provides an overall visibility (with incurred days) of the applications
pending with the region vis-à-vis with the processing time commitments.
SMS notification was also incorporated to ECC online which provides
immediate feedback to proponent when application is returned for appropriate action
or once approved.
The Compliance Monitoring Report Online (CMR) was also expanded to
include the semi-annual submission of CMR for the Non-Environmentally Critical
Project (Non-ECP)
Page 35 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Figure 10: Compliance Monitoring System (CMR) Online Interface
Hazardous Waste Manifest Tracking System (HWMTS):
HWMTS was developed and expected to undergo testing by January 2020. The
enhanced version implements self-service in the generation of the manifest which
eliminates unnecessary review and provide more emphasis on the monitoring aspect.
Figure 11: Hazardous Waste Manifest Tracking System Interface
Planning and Administrative Support Systems
The payroll system of the Bureau was upgraded. This includes deployment of
additional biometric devices and self-service portal wherein employee can now be able to
print and view the DTR, apply/monitoring of leave/Official Business, and updating of 201
file.
Page 36 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Applicant Assistance KIOSK
KIOSK with computers was established in every EMB regional office to assist
walk-in clients. The area is equipped with computers and scanners which can be used by
applicant with the guidance from by Planning and Information System Management Unit
(PISMU).
Figure 12: EMB Region 4B Online Kiosk
Figure 13: EMB CAR Online Kiosk
Internet Based-Payments
Applicant may now able to pay the corresponding permit/clearance fee/s through
the LandBank Internet-based facility using a Landbank ATM (Saving, Current, Debit),
Bancnet-Member Banks ATM Cards, and Globe GCash.
Page 37 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
Mapping
Corresponding budget was downloaded to regional offices for the procurement of
ArcGIS mapping software. The software will be used in the effort to intensify the mapping
activities of the EMB to support spatial planning and other management purposes (See
Annex U - Maps).
Records Digitization
EMB Regional Offices already established their records digitization infrastructure.
This initiative ensures that corresponding and unadulterated digital copies of the physical
documents are in-place. Training was also conducted to prepare the regional users in using
the Integrated Information System (IIS) which will be adopted starting January 1, 2020.
The IIS will act as a centralized document management system of the EMB.
EMB Network Infrastructure
The ICT resource of the EMB central and regional offices was also improved to
meet the ICT operational requirements of the EMB Online Systems which include:
1. Replacement of 2014 acquired computers;
2. Upgrading of Local Area Network and Internet Bandwidth;
3. Procurement of additional server & Upgrading of Server-side resource; and
4. Replacement of pirated software and deployment of end-point protection.
ICT Resource Planning
The PPPDD conducted ICT resource planning for the preparation of the Agency-
wide Information System Strategic Plan (ISSP) for 2021-2023 wherein ICT inventory
together with the 3-Yr ICT plan of central and regional offices will be consolidated,
reviewed, and submitted to MITHI Secretariat.
III. PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE REPORT
See Annex V - EMB Priority Program Accomplishment Report for CY 2019
IV. PROSPECTS FOR CY 2020
Clean Air Program
Under the Clean Air Program, the following are the expected outputs, policies/guidelines
to be drafted in CY 2020:
➢ Establishing an Air Quality Network Center using a uniform Data Acquisition and
Handling System (DAHS) which shall act as repository of Industrial Emission of Firms
required to install Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) / Continuous
Opacity Monitoring System (COMS)
➢ Compliance Monitoring of Firms/Industries
➢ Monitoring of harmful pollutants to come up with a comprehensive analysis of air
quality in Metro Manila and other major urban cities (Maintain/Operationalize the Air
Quality Automatic Monitoring Stations in major urban cities nationwide)
➢ Garage Testing and Technical Assistance thru free emission testing and IEC on fuel
efficiency and management and regular maintenance
Page 38 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
➢ Monitoring of Private Emission Testing Center (PETC)
➢ Designation of Airsheds and operationalization of their Governing Boards
Proposed policies in CY 2020
➢ Guidelines in the establishment of Particulate Matter 2.5 (PM2.5) Air Quality Index
(AQI) Breakpoints
➢ Guidelines on the Online Permitting Management (OPMS) System for Stationary
Sources specifically the Permit to Operate (PTO)
➢ Guidelines on the Installation of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) on all Stationary
Sources (Amending DAO 2017-14)
➢ Guidelines on the National Emission Standards for Source Specific Air Pollutants
(NESSSAP) based on Mass Emission Rate Standards (MERS) for Stationary Sources
➢ Revised Guidelines for CEMS with Modification and Clarification to DAO 2000 – 81
and DAO 2007 – 22
➢ Guidelines on Oxygen Correction Factor for Stack Emission Testing
➢ Guidelines on the Accreditation of CEMS / COMS Audit Service Providers
Clean Water Program
For Clean Water Program, the following are the expected outputs policies/guidelines to be
drafted in CY 2020:
➢ Compliance Monitoring of Firms/Industries
➢ Ambient Water Quality Monitoring (Priority Rivers, Recreational Waters and Other
Waterbodies)
➢ Undertake massive clean-up of waterbodies through the Adopt-an-Estero/ Waterbody
Program
➢ Classification of additional fifty-two (52) waterbodies according to its best usage
Proposed policies in CY 2020
➢ Development of Wastewater Charge System
➢ Review and possible amendment of DAO 2016-08 “Water Quality Guidelines and
General Effluent Standardsof 2016”
➢ Development of Guidelines for the Non-Attainment Area
➢ Installation of Real-time Monitoring System for Effluent Water Quality Monitoring
➢ Development of Industry Specific Effluent Standard for Restaurants
➢ Development of Industry Specific Effluent Standard for Oil and Gas Industry
➢ Development of Guidelines for the Discharge Permit Application and Issuance
Solid Waste Management Program
The Solid Waste Management Program are expected to achieve the following outputs,
policies/guidelines to be drafted in CY 2020:
➢ Provide capacity Development to Stakeholders on Alternative Waste Management
Technologies
➢ Increase LGUs compliance in the implementation of RA 9003
➢ Implementation of Waste to Energy Guidelines
➢ Monitoring of all funded MRFs and dumpsite closure and rehabilitation activities
Page 39 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
➢ Support to conduct of Feasibility Study on Clustering of LGUs for Common Disposal
Facility (1 per Region)
➢ Provision of Composter and Shredder to 99 cities and 625 municipalities nationwide.
➢ Provision of plastic factory to 69 Provinces in the Country
Proposed policies in CY 2020
➢ Development of Guidelines on the Construction and Operation of Residual
Containment Area (RCA), Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) and Transfer Stations
➢ Development of Guidelines on the Clustering of LGUs for Sanitary Landfill and Waste
to Energy Facilities
Research Studies
The following are the expected research studies to be drafted/formulated in CY 2020:
➢ Review of analytical methods for the analysis of ambient air and stationary source
emissions
➢ Effect of various holding times to BOD analysis
➢ Preparation of National Action Plan on Land-Based Pollution
➢ Preparation of National Research and Development Program for the Prevention and
Control of Water Pollution
➢ Development of Sediment Collection Manual
➢ Development of Multimetric Macroinvertebrate Index (MMI) for Water Quality
Assessment of Wadeable Rivers - Luzon
Page 40 of 40
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Environmental Management Bureau
Annual Report for CY 2019
V. ANNEXES
Annex A DAO 2019-15: Designation of the Boracay Island Water Quality
Management and Conservation Area (WQMACA) and Creation of its
Governing Board
Annex B DAO 2019-16: Streamlining the Environmental Impact Assessment
(EIA) Process and Requirements for Projects under the Build Build Build
Program
Annex C DAO 2019-17: Chemical Control Order for Arsenic and Arsenic
Compounds
Annex D DAO 2019-18: Polymers and Polymer of Low Concern (PLC)
Exemption from the Pre-Manufacture and Pre-Importation Notification
(PMPIN) Process
Annex E DAO 2019-20: Revised Chemical Control Order for Mercury and
Mercury Compounds (Revising DAO 1997-38)
Annex F DAO 2019-21: Guidelines Governing Waste to Energy (WtE) Facilities
for the Integrated Management of Municipal Solid Waste
Annex G DMC 2019-07: Additional List of Classified Waterbodies
Annex H Memorandum from the Secretary: Revoking Memorandum from the
Secretary dated 02 March 2009 on Sulfur Dioxide Ambient Air
Monitoring to Ensure Protection of Public Health
Annex I EMB MC 2019-001: Supplementary clarification on the coverage of
DAO 2016-08 relative to the granting of not more than five (5) years
grace period
Annex J EMB MC 2019-002: Clarification to the Registration and Importation
Clearance Requirements for Chemical Control Order (CCO) for Cyanide
and Cyanide Compounds under DENR Administrative Order No. 97-39
Annex K EMB MC 2019-003: Updated Guidelines in the Processing and Issuance
of Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) for Category B Projects
Annex L EMB MC 2019-004: Advance Training Modules for Pollution Control
Officers (PCOs)
Annex M EMB MC 2019-005: Procedures on Electronic Payment for
Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) and Certificate of Non-
Coverage (CNC) Online Application
Annex N EMB MC 2019-006: Implementation of Online Processing and
Monitoring of Chemical Control Order (CCO) Registration Certificates,
CCO Importation Clearances, Pre-Shipment Importation Clearance
(PSIC), Small Quantity Importation (SQI) Clearances and Ozone
Depleting Substances (ODS) Alternatives
Annex O EMB MC 2019-007: Guidelines for the Conduct of Isokinetic Sampling
in Tapered Stack
Annex P EMB MC 2019-008: Adopting the National Solid Waste Management
Commission (NSWMC) Resolution No. 669 Series of 2016 “Guidelines
Governing the Establishment and Operation of Waste to Energy (WtE)
Technologies for Municipal Solid Waste”
Annex Q EMB MC 2019-009: Harmonization on the Implementation of EMB MC
No. 2019-003
Annex R Map of the 38 Designated Water Quality Management Area (WQMA)
Annex S List of EMB-Recognized Training Organizations / Institutions for
Pollution Control Officers (PCOs) - (Basic and Advanced)
Annex T Annual Narrative Report of Foreign-Assisted Projects and Special
Projects for CY 2019
Annex U Maps
Annex V EMB Priority Program Accomplishment Report for CY 2019
Recommended