Public concerns on environmental injustices in Davao City : basis for intervention program

Abstract

This paper examines the public concern on environmental injustices and the effects of solid waste disposal and air pollution on ecological preservation in selected Barangay of Davao City. A simple random sampling method was used to distribute the questionnaire to the respondents, and the researchers also surveyed an intended number of respondents. There are four hundred (400) respondents to this study, and the respondents are from Barangay Buhangin, Matina Aplaya, and Tugbok, of Davao City. This study revealed that residents in general have good concerns in a healthy and clean environment. Citizens should learn and practice how to maintain solid waste management to lessen air pollution and achieve a healthy environment. One method of managing solid waste is called "segregation of source," which entails sorting trash at the point of generation. This study aims to have an idea of how three selected barangays are concerned about their environment and to assess the level of environmental injustices in Davao City. This issue has significant environmental and health impacts on communities, as improperly disposed waste can contaminate air, water, and soil, leading to diseases, pollution, and other environmental problems.