Philippine Clean Water Act: Water Quality Guidelines
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What is the primary purpose of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources under Section 19e of the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004?

  • To modify the Water Quality Guidelines and General Effluent Standards without periodic review
  • To enforce, review, and revise water quality guidelines after due consultation with concerned stakeholder sectors (correct)
  • To enforce and revise water quality guidelines without stakeholder consultation
  • To set effluent standards every year from the effectivity of the Act

    • What is the frequency of reviewing and setting effluent standards according to Section 19f of the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004?

  • Every 2 years from the effectivity of the Act
  • Every 10 years from the effectivity of the Act
  • As determined by the Department without a specific timeframe
  • Every 5 years from the effectivity of the Act (correct)

    • What is the basis for updating the water quality guidelines for selected parameters?

  • Based on the perceived impact to the environment only
  • Based on the economic growth of the country
  • Based on the current classification of water bodies and its beneficial use (correct)
  • Based on the activities in the area only

    • What is the policy of the State according to Section 1 of the Order?

    <p>To pursue economic growth in a manner consistent with the protection, preservation and revival of the quality of our fresh, brackish and marine waters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of reviewing and setting effluent standards according to Section 2 of the Order?

    <p>To ensure the protection of the environment and the activities in the area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for updating the effluent standards for selected parameters?

    <p>Based on the perceived impact to the activities in the area and to the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of reviewing the Water Quality Guidelines and General Effluent Standards according to DAO 2016-08?

    <p>Periodically or as need arises</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main objective of the Order according to Section 2?

    <p>To update the water quality guidelines and effluent standards for selected parameters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on Republic Act No. 9275, what is the role of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources?

    <p>To enforce, review, and revise water quality guidelines as the lead agency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the Department of Environment and Natural Resources review and set effluent standards?

    <p>Every 5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consideration for updating water quality guidelines for selected parameters?

    <p>The current classification of water bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the overall goal of the State's policy on water quality?

    <p>To balance economic growth with protection and preservation of water quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of reviewing and setting effluent standards?

    <p>To minimize the impact of effluent on the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis for updating the effluent standards for selected parameters?

    <p>The perceived impact on the environment and activities in the area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of DAO 2016-08?

    <p>To provide for the modification of WQG and GES and its periodic review</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often should the Water Quality Guidelines and General Effluent Standards be reviewed?

    <p>As needed or every 5 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004

    • The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is the lead agency responsible for enforcing, reviewing, and revising water quality guidelines every 5 years or as needed.

    Water Quality Guidelines (WQG) and General Effluent Standards (GES)

    • WQG and GES were first established in 2016 through DAO 2016-08.
    • The guidelines are reviewed and updated periodically to modify and update WQG and GES.
    • The current update is focused on selected parameters based on water body classification and beneficial use.

    Objectives

    • The objective of the updated WQG and GES is to ensure economic growth while protecting and preserving the quality of fresh, brackish, and marine waters.
    • The updated guidelines aim to update effluent standards based on the perceived impact on activities in the area and the environment.

    Scope and Coverage

    • The updated WQG and GES cover the following parameters:
      • Ammonia as NH3-N
      • Boron
      • Copper as Dissolved Copper
      • Fecal Coliform
      • Phosphate as Phosphorus (Total, Reactive)
      • Sulfate
    • Additional requirements include:
      • Use of GES for strong wastewater for BOD
      • Modification of Significant Effluent Quality Parameter (SEQP)
      • Amendment to Section 7.0 of DENR AO 2016-08

    Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004

    • The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is the lead agency responsible for enforcing, reviewing, and revising water quality guidelines every 5 years or as needed.

    Water Quality Guidelines (WQG) and General Effluent Standards (GES)

    • WQG and GES were first established in 2016 through DAO 2016-08.
    • The guidelines are reviewed and updated periodically to modify and update WQG and GES.
    • The current update is focused on selected parameters based on water body classification and beneficial use.

    Objectives

    • The objective of the updated WQG and GES is to ensure economic growth while protecting and preserving the quality of fresh, brackish, and marine waters.
    • The updated guidelines aim to update effluent standards based on the perceived impact on activities in the area and the environment.

    Scope and Coverage

    • The updated WQG and GES cover the following parameters:
      • Ammonia as NH3-N
      • Boron
      • Copper as Dissolved Copper
      • Fecal Coliform
      • Phosphate as Phosphorus (Total, Reactive)
      • Sulfate
    • Additional requirements include:
      • Use of GES for strong wastewater for BOD
      • Modification of Significant Effluent Quality Parameter (SEQP)
      • Amendment to Section 7.0 of DENR AO 2016-08

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    This quiz covers the updated Water Quality Guidelines (WQG) and General Effluent Standards (GES) for selected parameters according to the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004. It reviews the provisions of Section 19e of the Act and its implications.

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