CCDC Implements Comprehensive Waste Tracking and Management Program

Cordillera Career Development College (CCDC) upholds its commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable campus operations through the full implementation of its Waste Tracking and Management Program, in alignment with SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production.

The institution’s Self-Monitoring Reports (SMRs) for 2024 submitted under RA 6969 (Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act of 1990) demonstrate systematic monitoring of waste generation, segregation, and disposal throughout the year. Reports from Q1 to Q4 of 2024 show that CCDC has maintained full compliance with the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) requirements for hazardous waste handling, documentation, and storage inspections

Institution-Wide Waste Tracking

Waste tracking is implemented across the whole university, covering all departments, laboratories, and administrative units. Through quarterly monitoring and inventory management, the institution measures the volume of waste generated, stored, treated, and recycled. This system includes:

• Quarterly data recording of hazardous and non-hazardous waste (e.g., B299 – other waste liquids, M506 – waste electrical and electronic equipment, I102 – used vegetable oil).
• Documentation of inspections and corrective actions to ensure proper storage and handling of hazardous waste on campus.
• Integration of recycling and recovery programs, such as reusing containers and segregating solid waste for reuse.

Findings from the 2024 SMRs show that all storage facilities passed inspection, with no reported violations or improper waste accumulation. Notably, electronic waste (M506) and used vegetable oil (I102) were properly accounted for and disposed of through accredited waste handlers, reinforcing the college’s responsible waste management system.

Continuous Improvement and Compliance

CCDC’s Environmental Management Unit continues to collaborate with DENR-EMB, local government units, and accredited waste treatment facilities to ensure that waste minimization and recycling targets are met. Annual internal audits complement the DENR self-monitoring, verifying that:

• Waste is measured and tracked in all operational areas (whole-university coverage).
• Data is reported quarterly to support national waste tracking systems.
• Recycling and reduction efforts are expanded yearly in line with campus sustainability goals.

Sustainability Commitment

Through institutional waste tracking and responsible disposal practices, CCDC continues to reduce its environmental footprint while promoting awareness of sustainable consumption among students and staff. These actions support both SDG 12 and SDG 17, demonstrating CCDC’s active role in fostering partnerships for environmental protection and data-driven sustainability governance.

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