The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority will host the Road to Zero Waste Summit from November 5 to November 6 at the Unilab Bayanihan Center in Pasig City.
MMDA described the event as 'the first and largest event focused on sustainable waste management and the promotion of a circular economy'.
With the theme 'Closing the Loop Towards a Circular Economy', MMDA said that the summit seeks to spotlight innovative waste management solutions that can address solid waste challenges in Metro Manila, leading to long-term sustainability.
The agency added that the event will feature a series of interactive activities and network sharing opportunities designed to raise public awareness on waste technologies and community-based interventions.
"This initiative also aims to connect our communities and recyclers, culminating in a shared advocacy for a zero-waste and sustainable future together," MMDA said in a statement.
MMDA said that participants will not only learn about proper solid waste management but will also bring home eco-products for free and other exciting giveaways from the agency and their partners.
The event is open for the public for free,
MMDA said that onsite registration will begin at 9AM, and will accomodate participants until 7PM on Tuesday, November 5, and until 5PM on Wednesday, November 6.
Interested parties can also register online at https://tinyurl.com/RZWSummit2024.
