MANILA – The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) will host the Road to Zero Waste Summit, the first and largest event focused on sustainable waste management and the promotion of a circular economy from Nov. 5-6.
The event, to be held at the Unilab Bayanihan Center in Pasig City, will be open to the public and free admission.
The summit aims to spotlight innovative waste management solutions that can address Metro Manila’s solid waste challenges, leading to long-term sustainability.
The event will feature product exhibits, panel discussions and a series of interactive activities and network-sharing opportunities designed to raise public awareness of waste technologies and community-based interventions, thereby creating a unified roadmap to increase waste diversion in Metro Manila.
“This initiative also aims to connect our communities and recyclers, culminating in a shared advocacy for a zero-waste and sustainable future together,” an MMDA news release stated.
At the event, various waste recycling industries will showcase their latest products, services and innovations in solid waste processing.
Resource speakers across various sectors will tackle topics such as sustainability in the circular economy, solid waste management best practices and green advocacy for recycled products. (PNA)