Engineering Board Exam Reviewer · Environmental Engineering · medium

Under RA 9003, solid waste must be segregated at source into at least:

1. Compostable (biodegradable), recyclable, residual and special wastes
2. Wet and dry only
3. Paper and plastic only
4. Metal and glass only

Answer

A. Compostable (biodegradable), recyclable, residual and special wastes

Solution

Segregation at source is mandatory under the law.

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