Batangas City Goes Plastic-Free

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Early this morning I went to our church’s Batangas Outreach for a talk but before getting there I needed to wait for my Kim to pick me up at the “diversion”.  While waiting for him, I noticed this sign that says “Bawal ang Plastic at Styro” (Plastic and Styrofoam are prohibited).

Starting June 2011, just like Muntinlupa City, through its Batangas E-code, Art. XII, section 84, Batangas City becomes plastic-free.  So three days from now, we can no longer see grocers and buyers in public market carrying the items they bought in plastic bags. BYOB! Ala e, Bring Your Own Bag or Bayong!

I commend this drive or campaign of Batangas City government. Two thumbs up for you!

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  • Sandy

    Hi,

    I work for a small NGO involved in environmental initiatives in the
    Philippines. This ’no plastic no styrofoam’ campaign in Batangas is
    very interesting. Can you tell me: what practical alternatives were
    provided for plastic bags (especially for small hawker food+drink
    stands, sari-sari etc)? I would like to initiate such a project in the
    area where I work in Cavite and Cebu but need some ideas/help. Thanks for your advice!

    Sandy