The Waste Analysis and Characterization Study (WACS) is a fundamental step in comprehending the volume and weight of waste generated by various sources such as households, institutions, and industries. Conducting a WACS is essential for effective waste management, as mandated by The Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000 or RA 9003. This study serves as the basis for all governance and engineering interventions related to waste.By understanding the rate of waste generation, the design of resource recovery facilities and sanitary landfills can be customized for each Local Government Unit (LGU) or specific waste source. In the image, Ridge to ...

The indigenous people (IP) farmers of the Matigsalug-Manobo tribe in Marilog District have long felt the need for a unified effort to address their sustainability and socio-economic challenges. This need inspired the establishment of the Temmuanan Marketing Cooperative which aims to develop sustainable practices while tackling environmental and economic issues.On February 13, 2024, the members of the Temmuanan Co-op came together to elect their Board of Directors and Officers. The Board, led by Chairman Datu Diosdado Mampao and Vice Chairman Datu Juanito Mandahay, was appointed by the members themselves. Their role is to govern with legal and ethical standards, ensuring ...

Audit success, rain or shine! Our dedicated R2R Construction Team triumphs in the Sanitary Landfill Facility Construction Project in Banaybanay, Davao Oriental. The R2R Construction is recommended for TUV-SUD ISO 9001:2015 QMS certification after rigorous audits on Stage 1 (December 14, 2023) and Stage 2 (January 22-23 and January 31, 2024).Special thanks to TUV SUD, the German-based certification body, for invaluable insights. Heartfelt appreciation to the entire R2R Construction team for their unwavering dedication and positive output. This milestone is dedicated to the memory of our ISO Consultant, Engr. Charlie Labrador.#ISO9001#ConstructionSuccess#TeamAppreciation#R2RConstructionPH 📷 Jeastony

WEEKEND GETAWAY | Enjoying the beautiful sandbar and its rich natural resources at Kinabalangan, Baganga, Davao Oriental, locally known as Poo Sandbar. This 14-hectare sandbar was exposed by Typhoon Pablo, which badly hit the area in 2012.The area is so rich with shells and other marine fishes and sold by the locals in the area. Upon arrival, we were offered shellfish that could be eaten raw and some Sinamak vinegar on the sides.Happy weekend everyone!#ridgetoreefinc#Sandbar#baganga

GREENHOUSE GAS (GHG) INVENTORY | DavNor’s Community Level GHG Inventory (Module 3) now covers the Island Garden City of Samal for this year 2022. This project which started with Modules 1 and 2 (Institutional Level) in 2017 and 2018, was scaled-up to Module 3 in 2019 to cover all emission sources.So far, four (4) LGUs were already completed their community-level inventory, i.e., New Corella, Carmen, Kapalong, and Sto. Tomas municipalities. This year the target LGUs are Samal and Panabo Cities.Today’s activity was attended by the Provincial ENRO, Samal City Administrator, City ENRO, and target sample barangays, i.e., Miranda, Mambago-A, and ...

CONTRACT SIGNING | R2R Construction group just signed, earlier today, their latest environmental design and build infrastructure project for LGU Alabel, Sarangani Province, at the Office of Honorable Municipal Mayor, Vic Paul “Nonoy” M. Salarda.#ridgetoreefinc#r2rconstruction#alabel#sarangani

MEET AND GREET | Productive time discussing environment and resource management for Davao City with Hon. Tek Ocampo, City Councilor and the new Committee on Environment and Engr Chairman. Elisa Madrazo, former City ENR Officer, Davao City. #ridgetoreefinc#r2rconstruction#davaocity

GROUND TRUTHING | R2R Team conducted this ground truthing fieldwork activity earlier today to verify secondary data for the potential water source of the proposed Bulk Water Supply Project of Bislig City Water District. R2R Team headed by Engr. Diego Tautho conducted the whole day activity together with BCWD technical personnel.#ridgetoreefinc#r2rconstruction#bisligcity

COURTESY CALL | The Public-Private Partnership Center (PPPC) conducted a series of activities in Bislig City for the Proposed Bulk Water Supply and Septage Treatment Project to be implemented by Bislig City Water District (BCWD). One itinerary is the courtesy call with the City Mayor, Hon. Florencio C. Garay.The technical component preparation of the project is contracted by Resources, Environment, and Economics Center for Studies (REECS) and Ridge to Reef (R2R) Group. The said project is still at the Feasibility Study stage.#ridgetoreefinc#r2rconstruction#bisligcity

RESOURCE RECOVERY | In the waste management hierarchy, resource recovery initiatives should be implemented so that less waste will go to the disposal facilities of LGUs. This is also a commitment of many Local Government Units (LGUs) in the country, as stated in its 10-Year Solid Waste Management Plans.LGU, like Cotabato City, commits as high as 80% waste diversion so that only 20% goes to its disposal facility. Waste diversion targets are stipulated in the Ecological Solidwaste Management Act of 2000 or RA 9003, which mandates LGUs to only dispose of residual and special wastes.It is paramount. Therefore, LGUs like ...