Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 12 is “Responsible Consumption and Production.” This goal focuses on promoting sustainable consumption and production patterns. It aims to achieve efficient use of resources, reduction of waste and pollution, and the adoption of sustainable practices throughout the entire lifecycle of products and services. SDG 12 targets include ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns, halving global per capita food waste at the retail and consumer levels, and encouraging companies to adopt sustainable practices and integrate sustainability information into their reporting cycles. Overall, SDG 12 aims to contribute to the conservation of natural resources, reduce environmental degradation, and promote sustainable economic growth.
The EPR Act of 2022, on the other hand, law holds companies accountable for the plastic packaging they produce throughout the lifecycle of their products.
Unlike many EPR systems around the world, the Philippine law includes the recovery of flexible plastic, which has been historically difficult (and sometimes impossible) to sell. This is a game changer for the environment, as it incentivizes people to recover non-recyclable waste.
However, not all businesses in the Philippines will be required to implement an EPR program. For now, the EPR Act of 2022 only applies to large enterprises with assets of over ₱100 million.
Thus, the Rotary Club of Ibaan decided to form a resolution that requests the RI Board to consider establishing corporate partnerships that will support one of Rotary’s Areas of Focus, the Environment.
Here is brief presentation of how RC Ibaan believes we. as a service organization, can help
In March 2, the Club signed a Resolution to be submitted to the RI Board for consideration.
And on March 25, HCP Marge partnered with the Sanitary Engineering students of Batangas State University in an environment talk titled Beyond the Bin: Empowering Young Minds to Sustainable Consumption and Production. This marks the beginning of a series of efforts to spread information and create awareness among our youth, in schools and in the community.
The Rotary Club of Ibaan believes that in working with young leaders, we have a unique opportunity to inspire positive change and contribute to the achievement of our goals. Through collective action and collaboration, Rotary can help build a more sustainable and resilient future for generations to come.
