37 Questions
How many provinces in the Philippines are in coastal areas?
64
What is the aggregate area of groundwater in the Philippines?
50 km2
How many major river basins are mentioned in the text?
18
What is the area covered by coastal and marine waters in the Philippines?
255,000 km2
What is the maximum validity period of a Wastewater Discharge Permit?
5 years
Under what conditions can the Department renew a discharge permit for a longer period?
If the applicant has adopted waste minimization and waste treatment technologies
What are the grounds for suspension or revocation of permits?
Non-compliance with the WQ Framework and WQMA Action Plan
Who is exempt from the permit requirement for discharging into existing sewerage systems with operational wastewater treatment facilities?
Pollution sources currently discharging to existing sewerage systems
What is one of the prohibited acts in RA 9275?
Unauthorized transport or dumping into sea waters of sewage sludge or solid waste
What is the consequence of deliberate or negligent submission of false information in the application for a permit?
Possible suspension of permit
What is the penalty for discharging regulated water pollutants without a valid Discharge Permit?
Fine of 200,000 PHP
What is the cure period for non-payment of appropriate wastewater discharge fees?
30 days
What happens to pollution sources in the absence of a sewerage system?
They are covered by the permit requirement
What is the consequence of refusal to allow lawful inspection conducted by the Department through the Bureau of duly authorized personnel?
Possible suspension of permit
What is the penalty for refusal or failure to submit reports whenever required by the DENR?
Fine of 10,000 PHP
What is the penalty for direct use of booster pumps in the distribution system or tampering with the water supply?
Immediate permit revocation
What does RA 9275 prioritize for LGUs to protect water quality?
Sewerage and septage projects
What can LGUs enter for constructing sewage facilities according to RA 9275?
BOT or joint venture agreements
What is required of each LGU according to RA 9275 in relation to sewage and septage treatment facilities?
Appropriate land for such facilities
According to RA 9275, who must connect to sewage lines or have their own sewerage system?
All establishments, including households
In areas not considered highly urbanized cities (HUCs), which organization coordinates septage management according to the text?
DPWH
Which organization formulates guidelines for sewage collection, treatment, and disposal based on the information provided?
DOH
What does DOH AO 2019-0047 set national standards for?
Septic tank systems
What does DILG MC 2019-62 reiterate regarding LGUs' role?
Sewage treatment and management
What do DAO 2016-08 and DAO 2021-19 provide according to the text?
Water quality guidelines and effluent standards
What is the main aim of RA 9275 according to the information provided?
Maintain and preserve water quality to protect public health and aquatic resources
What does the Act require for facilities discharging regulated effluents according to the information provided?
Permits, specific discharge conditions, and monitoring requirements
Who is responsible for implementing and enforcing the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004?
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
What types of waters are covered by the Act?
Fresh, brackish, and marine waters
Who shares the responsibility in managing and improving water quality within their jurisdictions?
Local government units (LGUs)
What is the role of business and industry in environmental management according to the Act?
Encourages the adoption of procedures to reduce or eliminate discharge of pollutants into water bodies
How are Water Quality Management Areas (WQMAs) designated?
By the DENR in coordination with the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) based on similar hydrological or geographic conditions affecting pollutant reactions in water bodies
Who chairs the WQMA Governing Board?
Secretary of the Department of Environment & Natural Resources
How many officially designated WQMAs are managed by the Environmental Management Bureau?
Forty
What does the Act include provisions for managing?
Non-attainment areas where specific pollutants exceed water quality guidelines, and for implementing a national sewerage and septage management program
Who is responsible for preparing the national program on sewerage and septage management within twelve months of the Act's effectiveness?
Department of Public Works and Highways
Who is involved in efforts to improve water quality and protect public health and welfare according to the Act?
Multiple stakeholders, including government agencies, private sectors, and local communities
Study Notes
The Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004
- The Act aims to pursue economic growth while protecting and reviving the quality of fresh, brackish, and marine waters.
- It applies to water quality management in all water bodies, pollution abatement, and enforcement of water quality standards and regulations.
- The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) is the lead agency responsible for implementing and enforcing the Act, including setting effluent standards and enforcing water quality guidelines.
- Local government units (LGUs) share the responsibility in managing and improving water quality within their jurisdictions.
- The Act emphasizes the role of business and industry in environmental management and encourages the adoption of procedures to reduce or eliminate discharge of pollutants into water bodies.
- Water Quality Management Areas (WQMAs) are designated by the DENR in coordination with the National Water Resources Board (NWRB) based on similar hydrological or geographic conditions affecting pollutant reactions in water bodies.
- WQMAs cover surface waters such as streams, lakes, and marine waters, as well as the surrounding land.
- The WQMA Governing Board is chaired by the Secretary of the Department of Environment & Natural Resources and includes representatives from LGUs, government agencies, NGOs, water utility and business sectors, and academia.
- There are forty officially designated WQMAs managed by the Environmental Management Bureau.
- The Act includes provisions for managing non-attainment areas where specific pollutants exceed water quality guidelines, and for implementing a national sewerage and septage management program.
- The Department of Public Works and Highways is responsible for preparing the national program on sewerage and septage management within twelve months of the Act's effectiveness.
- The Act involves multiple stakeholders, including government agencies, private sectors, and local communities, in efforts to improve water quality and protect public health and welfare.
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