Zoe Christine L.

De Guzman

WATER
Pollution
Still a Critical Ecological Issue
 Zoe Christine L. De Guzman
PHILIPPINE CLEAN WATER ACT OF
2004 (REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9275)

WATER
It aims to protect the country’s water bodies from pollution from land-

Pollution
based sources (industries and commercial establishments, agriculture and
community/household activities). It provides for a comprehensive and
integrated strategy to prevent and minimize pollution through a multi-
sectoral and participatory approach involving all the stakeholders.

Here are the major factors why water pollution is still a critical ecological
issue today despite of RA 9275 or Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004:

One of the primary reasons why water pollution

remains a significant ecological issue despite the
enactment of laws like the Philippine Clean
Water Act of 2004 is the lack of effective
enforcement and compliance. While legislation
may provide a framework for addressing water
pollution, its impact depends heavily on the
Still a Critical E cological Issue
cooperation and actions of the population.

Ineffective Implementation: Without

robust enforcement measures and
consequences for offenders, industries and
individuals might persist in polluting water
bodies without facing consequences.

Substandard Infrastructure: The lack of

proper facilities for wastewater
treatment and solid waste management
exacerbates water pollution