MMDA Celebrates Third Anniversary of Mobile Materials Recovery Facility
The Metropolitan Manila Development
Authority (MMDA) proudly celebrates the third anniversary of the Mobile
Materials Recovery Facility (MMRF), an innovative project that has
revolutionized waste management practices across Metro Manila. Launched on June
10, 2021, the MMRF initiative has already made significant strides in promoting
proper waste segregation, recycling, and community involvement in environmental
stewardship.
The
MMRF project, tagged as “Recyclable Mo, Palit Grocery Ko,” employs a commodity
exchange system where residents can trade recyclable materials such as
single-use plastics for essential goods. This initiative is one of the waste
diversion programs under the Metro Manila Flood Management Project (MMFMP)
Component 2 which aims to “Minimize Wastes in Waterways” by increasing waste
diversion, and by encouraging active participation in proper waste management.
In line with the objective of MMFMP, the
MMRF initiative diverts waste that could otherwise reach the waterways if left
uncollected. By reducing wastes in the waterways, the risk of blockages that
can lead to severe flooding is minimized, thereby improving the flood
management in Metro Manila. This proactive waste management approach is crucial
for reducing the flood vulnerability of the region, especially during the rainy
season.
Over
the past three years, the MMRF project has already engaged 79 barangays from 17
local government units (LGUs) in Metro Manila. With a total of 7,587 registered
participants, the project has collected a total of 457,058.97 kg of
recyclables, of which 361,135.17 kg were purchased by junk shops and 95,923.80
kg were brought to the MMDA-operated Solid Waste Management Facility located at
the Vitas Pumping Station in Tondo, Manila. In exchange, the project has
distributed goods worth PHP 1,641,971.88 to participating residents.
After three years of continuous operations, the project is now able to identify
barangays that are ready to implement the MMRF commodity exchange system on
their own. These barangays are being capacitated to ensure sustained
implementation after system turnover. As part of its future plans, the MMDA
aims to continue the operation of MMRF in barangays not yet ready for turnover
and seeks additional partnerships with LGUs and private sector to further
enhance the project’s sustainability.
“The
success of the MMRF project over the past three years is a testament to the
power of community engagement and innovative waste management solutions. We are
proud of the progress we have made and are committed to furthering our efforts
to create a cleaner and more sustainable Metro Manila. The support and active
participation of our residents and partners have been absolutely crucial in
achieving these milestones,” said MMDA Acting Chairman Atty. Don Artes.
Key Achievements:
●
Barangay Engagement: 79 barangays from 17 LGUs have
actively participated in the MMRF project.
●
Participant Registration: A total of 7,587 residents (2,201
males, 5,379 females, and 7 LGBTQ+ individuals) have registered and contributed
to the project.
●
Recyclable Collection: The project has successfully collected
457,058.97 kg of recyclables, thereby improving waste segregation and
increasing waste diversion among partner barangays
●
Goods Distribution: Recyclable materials were exchanged
for goods worth PHP 1,641,971.88.
● Partnerships: The project has formed partnerships with 42 junk shops and several private stakeholders, including Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc. (CCBPI) and Packaging Council of the Philippines (PPCP), ensuring the sustainability of the initiative.
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