As part of the ongoing implementation of the Integrated Management System and Green Port Award System, the Port Management Office of Misamis Oriental/Cagayan de Oro (PMO MO/C) conducted a Water Effluent Test for the 1st semester on June 28, 2024. The monitoring was facilitated by the PMO MO/C Environmental specialist Ms. Core Suan and executed by personnel from a Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)-recognized environmental laboratory at the Wastewater Treatment Facility located at the PMO-MO/C’s Powerhouse. The Port of Cagayan de Oro conducts Water Effluent Tests twice a year to ensure that the water being discharged from the powerhouse meets environmental standards.

Moreover, the monitoring is under Republic Act (RA) No. 9275 or the Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004, wherein the law ensures the safeguarding of various water resources against pollution brought about by commercial, industrial, and agricultural activities. Also, the said conduct of effluent monitoring is a requirement of the Wastewater Discharge Permit issued by the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) – DENR.

Semestral water effluent tests are crucial components of effective environmental management and sustainability practices, thus, the Port of Cagayan de Oro consistently conducts the said quality test or monitoring to guarantee and maintain the quality of discharged water, safeguarding the environment, and ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

 

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