Philippine Environmental Laws Quiz

What is the primary purpose of RA 8749?

• Regulate land use for commercial areas

• Control and prevent air pollution

• Promote deep-sea fishing

• Establish new mining regulations

Which agency is responsible for implementing RA 8749?

• Department of Transportation (DOTr)

• Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)

• Department of Energy (DOE)

• Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)

What does RA 8749 prohibit?

• Open burning of waste materials

• Use of electric vehicles

• Tree planting activities

• Public transportation

Under RA 8749, industries must comply with:

• Emission standards

• Labor codes

• Agricultural reforms

• Tax incentives

What is the function of the Air Quality Management Fund under RA 8749?

• Support air pollution control programs

• Fund deforestation projects

• Provide loans for industrial expansion

• Increase vehicle imports

What is the main objective of RA 9003?

• Regulate solid waste management

• Promote nuclear energy

• Expand landfills nationwide

• Encourage mining activities

What is required under RA 9003 for waste disposal?

• Segregation at source

• Open dumping of waste

• Exporting waste to other countries

• Burning all biodegradable waste

Which agency is responsible for monitoring the implementation of RA 9003?

• Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)

• Department of Health (DOH)

• Department of Energy (DOE)

• Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)

What does RA 9003 encourage local government units (LGUs) to establish?

• Materials recovery facilities (MRFs)

• More open dumpsites

• New land reclamation projects

• Waste incinerators

Which of the following is prohibited under RA 9003?

• Open dumping of solid waste

• Composting organic waste

• Recycling of plastic materials

• Waste reduction programs