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  Executive Summary: The evaluation of municipal solid waste (MSW) plans, collection, recycling, and disposal practices in Metro Manila, as detailed in "An Assessment of Municipal Solid Waste Plans, Collection, Recycling and Disposal of Metro Manila" (World Bank, n.d.), exposes critical shortcomings contributing to environmental issues, notably flooding and inefficient waste management. The report identifies deficiencies in various stages of the waste management process and proposes targeted investments and policy enhancements to rectify these challenges. Environmental Impact and Collection Gaps: Inadequate waste collection, particularly in densely populated areas, is underscored as a major contributor to adverse environmental effects, exacerbating flooding as plastic waste fills waterways. The report delineates four levels of recyclable recovery, pinpointing significant gaps at Level 2 due to insufficient Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) and Materials Recovery Stations (M...

I.   An Assessment of Municipal Solid Waste Plans, Collection, Recycling, and Disposal of Metro Manila - Projected Daily Waste Generation (2020-2025) The projected daily waste generation table for Metro Manila Local Government Units (LGUs) from 2020 to 2025 provides a crucial insight into the region's evolving waste management landscape. As the heart of the Philippines, Metro Manila faces the challenge of accommodating the waste generated by its growing population and urbanization. Analyzing the trends in waste generation over this six-year period can illuminate potential areas of concern and opportunities for improvement in the municipal solid waste management system. 1. Trends in Waste Generation: The table reveals an overall increasing trend in waste generation across all LGUs in Metro Manila. From 9,498 tons in 2020, the total waste generation is projected to reach 10,368 tons in 2025. This growth reflects the impact of population expansion, urban development, and changes ...