Home⇛Annals of Tropical Research⇛vol. 47 no. 1 (2025)

Estimation of waste generation in student dormitories and cottages at Visayas State University, Baybay City, Leyte, Philippines

Apple Mae C. Magdayo | Ma. Grace C. Sumaria | Merry Jean A. Caparas | Daniel C. Lor

 

Abstract:

The Visayas State University, Baybay Campus, faces solid waste challenges due to rising student numbers, despite guidelines already being in place. The research emphasized the urgent need for collaborative efforts to ensure a cleaner, more sustainable campus environment and to protect public health. The waste composition analysis of student residences reveals a daily generation rate of 0.348kg/cap/day. Female occupants contribute 52%, and plastic waste shows a positive correlation with allowances. Diverse waste management practices and the lack of proper segregation in 64.81% of cases, underscore the need for interventions. Correlation analysis with allowances indicated significant relationships; for instance, organic waste had a negligible correlation, while plastic waste correlated positively with higher allowances. Metal waste exhibited a strong positive correlation with the allowances of both female and male occupants. These findings offer essential guidance for sustainable waste management and inform policy formulations for effective implementation. The study underscores the imperative for waste management strategies, comprehensive policies, and collaboration among university stakeholders to enhance efficacy, address enforcement issues, and align with sustainability goals.



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