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FINMGT 1204
Table of Contents
Abstract………………………………………………………………………………………….3
Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………...4
Narrative/ Technical Proposal
I. Need Assessment Plan………………………………………………………………7
II. Empathy Study Plan………………………………………………………………...10
III. Statement of the Problem…………………………………………………...………16
IV. Statement of Needs………………………………………………….………..….…18
V. Draft Image of Prototype………………………………………………………..….20
Project Goals…………………………………………………………………………….…..….21
Project Hypothesis and Structure……………………………………………………....….…....24
Time Frame…………………………………………………………………………………..…26
Documentation…………………………………………………………………………….....…27
Curriculum Vitae……………………………………………………………………….....…....28
Abstract
Proper waste management can help people maintain cleanliness and make their community
safe from pollution and floods. To help the community of Palindan, we students came up with the study
entitled "From Trash to Treasure: Trade Machine Solution Empowers Residents to Prevent Excessive
Waste in Palindan, Ibaan, Batangas." This study was conducted in order to gain empathy for the
problems and challenges that the community is facing right now and also to raise awareness about the
problem and the current situation in the community. In order to achieve the objectives, a waste
management system must be implemented with an effective prototype. To know more about the current
situation in the community, we conducted a survey about the residents perspective on why their
community has an excessive waste problem. Based on the survey we conducted, some of the most
common reasons why the community has so much waste are the lack of awareness and discipline among
the people, the lack of a garbage dump, and the lack of garbage collectors in the communit. In this study,
in order to effectively implement proper waste management, a prototype and strategies are presented
based on waste management problems in the community. Finally, it is revealed that this project is
necessary to efficiently implement waste management in the same context by sharing information about
waste. According to the residents having knowledge about proper waste disposal and segregation of
waste is a big factor in making the environment clean and free from pollution and some diseases caused
by too much waste. After implementing the proposed solution of the students in the chosen community,
the proponents believe that it will be a big help to the community to reduce so much waste in their
Introduction
Responsible consumption and production are two of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs) established by the United Nations in 2015 that must be adhered to. Poor waste management is
one of the biggest problems that our chosen community is facing right now, which is Palindan, Ibaan,
Batangas. Excessive waste is a significant issue that poses a threat to the health of the community and
the environment. The improper disposal of waste can lead to air, water, and soil pollution, which can
harm human health and ecosystems. It can also impact the local economy and tourism industry, as waste
can deter visitors and affect the quality of life for local residents. The proponents chose this topic because
it causes significant environmental problems. Some people in Barangay Palindan, Ibaan, Batangas are
not following the correct rules for proper waste disposal. They don't know what the consequences are
when you just throw trash everywhere. In short, they don't have much knowledge when it comes to
disposing of garbage, what the right way is, what to do when you see garbage, and where to dispose of
garbage. That’s why the proponents conducted research and chose the communities of Palindan, Ibaan,
Batangas.
Nowadays, excessive waste has become a major environmental issue worldwide. In Barangay
Palindan, Ibaan, Batangas, on how to properly dispose of their garbage and find alternative ways to
eliminate it. It also focuses on how the practices of the people in the community can affect their health.
The goal of this research is to investigate the issue of excessive waste, the reasons why the community
has this issue, and the solutions that may be implemented. The problem of excessive waste has been a
growing concern in many parts of the world. With the increasing population and changing behavior of
people, the amount of waste generated is on the rise, leading to numerous environmental and health
problems. In recent years, there has been an increased focus on the negative impacts of excessive waste
and the need for sustainable waste management practices. The issue of excessive waste has been studied
identified the causes and consequences of excessive waste as well as potential solutions to mitigate the
problem.
The impacts of excessive waste have become increasingly evident in Palindan, Ibaan,
Batangas, affecting both the environment and the health of the community. Poor waste management
practices, such as improper disposal, have led to a rise in the amount of waste generated in the area,
The target users of the study are the residents living in the barangay. As the people who directly
experience the impacts of excessive waste, their involvement is crucial in identifying the problems,
developing solutions, and implementing effective waste management practices. The residents of the
barangay are the ones who generate waste and are affected by its negative impacts. Thus, their
participation in the study is crucial in gaining a comprehensive understanding of the current waste
management practices in the barangay, identifying the root causes of excessive waste, and developing
sustainable solutions that are appropriate and effective for the community. Moreover, involving the
residents in the study fosters community engagement, enabling them to take an active role in creating a
more sustainable and healthier environment. By involving the target users, the study can develop
recommendations and solutions that are practical, feasible, and socially acceptable to the community.
Therefore, the study aims to engage and collaborate with the residents of the barangay to create a more
sustainable and responsible approach to waste management. By involving the target users in the study,
we can develop recommendations and strategies that meet the needs and priorities of the community,
practices and ensuring the health and well-being of their communities. However, when faced with
stubborn individuals who refuse to cooperate, governments must find creative and effective ways to
engage with the community and address the root causes of excessive waste.
Our group came up with this study entitled "Trash to Treasure: Trade Machine Solution
Empowers Residents to Prevent Excessive Waste in Palindan, Ibaan, Batangas". The study will be highly
beneficial in the attainment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically
on responsible consumption and production, which is Goal 12 that is relevant to substantially reducing
waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse in the communities of Palindan,
Ibaan, Batangas against flooding and disease caused by garbage. The residents would be the primary
beneficiaries of the research, as the expected outcome will indicate the appropriate action that will help
solve the problem. It will increase their knowledge of the generated data, their understanding of the
community, and their research ethics. It would also teach them new techniques for gathering credible
inputs and broaden their perspective on analyzing the data gathered in order to produce a comprehensive
data analysis. The researchers also benefited from the interviews they conducted with the participants of
the study because it assisted them in developing the proponents' communication skills, which will be
Our first chosen community was Manghinao proper, Bauan, Batangas, because this is what
really needs to be solved. But we did not choose this community because it is too difficult to solve. With
the innovation/invention we made for this, people who commit robbery and do drugs will be hurt by the
Community Who are the What is the Is there any existing solution to
target users? problem/challenge the problem? Is there a need for a
faced by the target new solution?
user in the project
scope?
Pulang Lupa, Resident in One of the serious There is no existing solution. The
Mabini, barangay and problems in the solution that might be implemented
Batangas riders. barangay is is to provide roundabouts and
congested roads, traffic lights as effective solutions
which cause for addressing the problem of
transportation delays, congested roads in barangay. By
especially when improving traffic flow and reducing
trucks come here. the occurrence of accidents, these
innovations can help create a safer
and more efficient road network for
everyone. By considering the use of
these and other innovative traffic
solutions, barangay can work to
create a more livable, sustainable,
and safe environment for all.
Our second chosen community was Pulang Lupa, Mabini, Batangas because this problem has
caused many drivers to get stuck in traffic because of their heavy trucks. So we thought of an innovation
for this problem, but we didn't do it because the cost of this innovation was too high.
Community Who are the What is the Is there any existing solution to
target users? problem/challenge the problem? Is there a need for a
faced by the target new solution?
user in the project
scope?
Palindan, Residents lived in Excessive waste There is no existing solution. The
Ibaan, the barangay. solution that might be implemented
Batangas is to have a trading machine that
accepts waste in exchange for fruits,
vegetables, plants and tree seeds.
This will help reduce waste spread
across the barangay. This machine
also separates waste into reuse,
reduction, and recycling. This
machine is available in all purok of
the barangay.
Barangay Palindan, Ibaan, Batangas is our chosen community because many other barangays
have similar problems with excessive waste. We chose this because we want to use this innovation as
an example. With the help of this innovation, many residents of barangays have benefited and become
We conducted a survey of 17 people to find out why there is so much waste in Barangay
Palindan, Ibaan Batangas.
1. What are your thoughts on why your barangay have so much waste? (You can answer
in Filipino language.)
9 of the 15 people we surveyed said they 'lacked awareness and discipline.' Secondly, 6 people
said improper waste disposal was an issue. Thirdly, 3 people mentioned 'no garbage collectors.' Lastly,
1 person mentioned ‘No garbage collectors.'
2. What are the common waste found in your barangay? (You can answer in Filipino
language.)
Plastics 16
Plastics Bottles 7
Bottle Glass 4
Kitchen Waste 2
Metal/Cans 2
Cigarette Butts 2
Leaves 1
Paper 1
Diaper 1
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The common waste found in Barangay Palindan, Ibaan, Batangas based on survey is the
plastics have answered by 16 people, next is Plastic Bottles answered by 7 people, Bottles Glass
answered by 4 people, Kitchen Waste, Metal/Cans and Cigarette Butts answered by 2 people and lastly
Leaves, Paper, Diaper answered by 1 people.
3. What are the possible solution may be implemented? (You can answer in Filipino
language.)
Having
Proper Set some Being garbage
Cleaning
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6 4 3 2 2 1 1
Based on the survey, many people answered that the possible solution that was
implemented was proper waste answered by Six people, Set some goals or programs answered by 4
people, 3 R's answered 3 people, Being responsible and having a garbage truck and collector
answered 2 people, and lastly penalty and cleaning the environment answered 1 person.
One of the major problems in every community is excessive waste with the growing population
leading to excessive waste generation. Barangay Palindan, Ibaan, Batangas is one of the communities
that is struggling with excessive waste, which is causing significant environmental problems like
flooding. The objective of this study is to explore the problem of excessive waste, the causes why the
community has this problem, and the steps that can be taken to address it.
We conducted a survey to determine what residents think is the cause of excessive waste, the
waste that is commonly found and their insights about a possible solution to this problem. Based on the
results, the two most common causes of excessive waste in the community are a lack of awareness and
discipline and improper waste disposal. One of the respondents said that his thoughts on why your
barangay has so much waste His answer was, "It is because people are unaware of the consequences of
their responsible acts." Other respondents also answered, "They are not following the correct rules of
proper waste disposal." Many people don't know what the consequences are when you just throw trash
everywhere. They also don't know what the shortage is if they throw it in the right trash. In short, they
don't have much knowledge when it comes to disposing of garbage, what the right way is, what to do
when you see garbage, and where to dispose of garbage. Other causes of excessive waste are a lack of
trash cans and garbage trucks. One of the respondents answered, "For me, there are many people who
just throw their garbage everywhere, just like on the road, and maybe it's also because the trash cans in
our barangay are not enough." Others answered, "No garbage collectors." There is a lot of waste in this
barangay because there is a lack of trash cans and there are no garbage collectors, which is why the
According to residents, the most common waste that can be found is plastic, plastic bottles, and
kitchen waste. Based on the survey, the residents think that proper waste disposal, the 3 R's, and being
a responsible individual can be possible solutions to prevent too much waste. If people continue these
irresponsible habits about their waste, their community will suffer and will face other problems such as
segregate waste and to practice proper waste disposal. Proper waste management and having discipline
are important to help the community have a clean environment and prevent a high amount of waste in
their community. Segregation of waste is also important, not only for protecting our environment but
also to save on costs and reduce expenses for disposal. Also, proper segregation of waste makes it easier
to recycle waste items. The community also needs to set goals or have programs that will help their
residents have some information or ideas on how they will dispose of their waste properly. They can
also do the 3 R's, or "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle," to lessen waste, and at the same time, they can also
use their creativity on how they can recycle those waste items. Residents can also clean their
environment every day and always check the canals to see if there are any waste stacks on them, like
plastics. The barangay can also implement some rules, such as having a penalty and schedule for truck
The present study aims to propose a solution that empowers the residents of Palindan, Ibaan,
Batangas to prevent excessive waste accumulation. The community is facing a significant excessive
waste problem as many residents throw away their trash indiscriminately due to the lack of existing
solutions for proper waste disposal. This study aims to address this issue by proposing an effective and
sustainable solution that encourages waste reduction and proper waste management practices among the
residents.
The proponents proposed a plan to create a prototype that would benefit a chosen community
by helping them reduce waste and maintain a clean and safe environment. One such community is
Barangay Palindan, where residents suggested the need for a garbage truck collector to pick up waste on
a weekly basis. However, the proponents came up with an innovative solution that not only reduces
waste but also provides residents with a seed of vegetables, fruits, plants, and trees that they can plant in
their community to grow fresh food. The prototype is designed to incentivize residents to dispose of
their trash properly by offering them the opportunity to receive seeds in return. This encourages the
community members to take responsibility for their waste and to dispose of it properly, reducing the
amount of waste and pollution in the area. By engaging the residents in proper waste disposal practices,
the community can prevent excessive waste and pollution from accumulating, contributing to a healthier
The proponents came up with this innovative solution and the importance of the materials that
Trade Machine: The trade machine is a machine that encourages recycling and sustainability by
allowing people to trade their waste for seeds of fruits, vegetables, plant and trees. It accepts various
types of waste, including biodegradable, non-biodegradable, and recyclable materials and has four main
parts, including the segregation trash can, 3rs main trash can, obtainable seeds, and claiming seeds. The
trade machine helps people to view their waste as a resource and separates them from the concept of
waste. It is designed to have a length of 1600, a width of 1200, and a thickness of 350, with red and gray
Segregation trash can: The segregation trash can is a waste disposal system that is designed to help
people sort their waste properly. The can is divided into several boxes labeled with "Reuse," "Reduce,"
and "Recycle," promoting the 3Rs principles. It has a length of 470 and a width of 280, and its color is
gray.
3R’s main trash can: The 3Rs main trash can serves as a collection point for waste that has been sorted
into the segregation trash can. The trash can has a length of 615, width of 545, and thickness of 540. The
Obtainable seeds: The obtainable seeds can be acquired by trading in a certain amount of waste in the
trade machine. These seeds can come in a variety of types, including fruits, vegetables, plants, and trees.
The container that holds the obtainable seeds is made of glass and has a length of 450 and a width of
375.
Claiming seeds: The process of claiming seeds allows users to obtain the seeds that were generated
from the waste they traded in the trade machine. By giving users the right to claim and use these seeds,
they can be used to grow plants and promote sustainability. The claiming seeds container is made of
glass, which allows for easy viewing of the seeds inside, and has a length of 400 and a width of 250. The
claiming seeds area is located within the trade machine and provides users with a way to collect the
Project Goals
The purpose of this study is to propose a solution that empowers the residents of Palindan,
Ibaan, Batangas to take an active role in reducing excessive waste. The proponents want to develop an
innovative solution that will solve the problem of the chosen community. So the proponents came up
with a plan to reduce excessive waste by introducing a trade machine in every purok of the barangay.
The trade machine is designed to encourage proper waste disposal and promote the principles of reduce,
reuse, and recycle. In exchange for trading their waste materials, residents will receive seeds that they
can use to beautify their community. The goal of this innovative solution is to foster a sense of
environmental responsibility among the community and encourage active participation in waste
management.
The proponents were able to formulate the following goals in the proposed solution of problem:
• Educational opportunities: The trade machine could also serve as a tool for educating the
community about waste reduction and environmental sustainability. The machine could be
equipped with information about the benefits of reducing waste and recycling.
• Public Health: The trade machine can reduce the presence of unsanitary waste in the community
and promote proper waste management practices, which can help to prevent the spread of
waste for seeds of fruit, vegetables, plants, and trees. These seeds can be used by residents to
enhance public spaces such as parks, sidewalks, vacant lots, and their own houses. This could
help to improve the appearance and livability of the community while also reducing waste and
• Community involvement: The trade machine could be a great opportunity to involve the
with the machine on social media, participate in plant swaps or exchanges, or even organize
• Data collection: The trade machine could be designed to collect data about the types of waste
being traded. This data could be used to track progress towards waste reduction goals, identify
• Creative financing: While the trade machine could be funded through traditional government or
community organization channels, there could also be opportunities for creative financing. For
example, the machine could be sponsored by local businesses or individuals who are committed
• Expansion potential: Once the trade machine is successfully implemented in one barangay, there
could be potential for expansion to other communities. This could help spread awareness about
Trade Machine: The purpose of this solution is to reduce the amount of waste in the community by
incentivizing residents to dispose of their waste properly while promoting sustainable practices and
Segregation trash can: The purpose of this solution is to provide an accessible and convenient way for
residents to sort their waste into different categories (Reduce, reuse, recycle), helping to reduce
3R’s main trash can: The purpose of this solution is to promote sustainable waste management
practices among residents in Palindan, Ibaan, Batangas. By providing a separate container for each type
of waste, the 3R main trash can encourages residents to properly sort their waste and adopt the 3Rs:
Obtainable seeds: The purpose of this solution is to promote sustainable living and beautification of
the barangay by providing residents with an opportunity to plant the seeds they obtain which can
ultimately lead to a cleaner and more sustainable environment. Additionally, the availability of
obtainable seeds in the trade machine promotes awareness of the benefits of gardening and encourages
Claiming seeds: The purpose of this solution is to encourage residents to participate in waste reduction
and community beautification efforts by providing them with an opportunity to obtain valuable seeds
through the trade machine. By claiming the seeds generated from the waste they trade, residents can see
the impact of their actions and feel empowered to make positive changes in their community. This not
only helps to promote sustainability but also fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility among
community members.
After conducting surveys and creating an innovative solution the proponents believed
that after the implementation of the proposed solution the problem of the community will be solve.
Time Frame
Documentation
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL INFORMATION
AGE: 19
SEX: Female
CITIZENSHIP: Filipino
PARENTS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL INFORMATION
AGE: 18
SEX: Male
CITIZENSHIP: Filipino
PARENTS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL INFORMATION
AGE: 18
SEX: Female
CITIZENSHIP: Filipino
PARENTS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL INFORMATION
AGE: 19
SEX: Female
CITIZENSHIP: Filipino
PARENTS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL INFORMATION
AGE: 20
SEX: Female
CITIZENSHIP: Filipino
PARENTS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL INFORMATION
AGE: 19
SEX: Female
CITIZENSHIP: Filipino
PARENTS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL INFORMATION
AGE: 18
SEX: Female
CITIZENSHIP: Filipino
PARENTS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Curriculum Vitae
PERSONAL INFORMATION
AGE: 18
SEX: Male
CITIZENSHIP: Filipino
PARENTS
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND