La Trinidad, Benguet — Cordillera Career Development College (CCDC) continues to advance its commitment to environmental protection through institutional policies and operational practices that support water quality and prevent pollution of shared water resources, even as it works toward the explicit documentation of campus water discharge standards.
CCDC’s environmental governance framework is anchored on strict waste management and disposal protocols that directly reduce the risk of water contamination. Under College Memorandum No. 8, s. 2019, the College established procedures for the disposal of hazardous and unserviceable assets — including laboratory chemicals and other potential water pollutants. Disposal is conducted only through DENR-accredited waste haulers under the supervision of the Pollution Control Officer (PCO). This practice ensures that hazardous substances are not improperly released into the environment, including waterways and drainage systems.
The College’s Contingency and Emergency Plans are aligned with DENR Administrative Order 2004-36 and RA 6969 (Toxic Substances and Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act), with emergency response protocols led by the PCO. These measures are designed to prevent and mitigate spills or releases that could affect water quality and surrounding ecosystems.
CCDC also extends its environmental standards to suppliers, contractors, and partner agencies engaged in maintenance and construction activities. The College requires that outsourced contractors follow environmental guidelines and “do not contribute to improper waste handling or pollution”. This operational oversight helps prevent sediment runoff, chemical discharge, or other pollutants from entering water systems during campus development projects.
The College’s broader sustainability framework includes plans to “promote biodiversity conservation” and strengthen environmental initiatives under SDG 15 (Life on Land) and SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), signaling an institutional direction toward more comprehensive water stewardship. CCDC’s waste management and pollution control practices — though not framed as a standalone water discharge policy — contribute directly to the protection of water quality, ecosystems, wildlife, and human health and welfare.
CCDC acknowledges that upholding water quality is an ongoing and continuous process. The College is committed to reviewing its environmental protocols and exploring the formalization of explicit water discharge guidelines as part of its broader sustainability journey.
