Environment Laws (PD 1151 and PD 1152)

Question 1

Also known as the Philippines Environmental Policy

Answer 1

PD 1151

Question 2

Also known as the Philippine Environmental Code

Answer 2

PD 1152

Question 3

Mandated the formulation of an intensive, integrated program of environmental protection that will bring about a conxerted effort towards the protection of the entire spectrum of the environment through

Question 4

Mandated the formulation of an intensive integrated program of environmental protection that will bring about a concerted effort towards the protection of the entire spectrum of the environment through a requirement of environmental impact assessments and statement

Answer 4

PD 1151 Philippine Environmental Policy

Question 5

The goal is to establish specific environment policies and prescribe environment quality standards of air, water, and land use management, natural resources management and conservation, and waste management.

Answer 5

PD 1152 Philippine Environmental Code

Question 6

Is dumping into the sea prohibited?

Answer 6

Yes. However, dumping of solid wastes into navigable waters shall be permitted in case of immediate or imminent danger to life and property.