In a significant step towards environmental responsibility, the Bachelor of Science in Accountancy 3A of Saint Louis College of City of San Fernando, La Union who are enrolled in Christian Faith Education 5B Class under the guidance of Dr. Leilani O. Sanidad, JD, unveiled new projects entitled ‘Diversion Station Overhaul: The Louisian Green Upgrade’ and ‘Eco Revolution: The Waste Management Movement’ under the program entitled ‘SALWAD Luwisyano’. These projects are in response to the growing concern of solid waste management within the school campus and an effort to contribute in the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as published by the United Nations.
The projects contribute to the attainment of the SDG No. 6 ‘Clean Water and Sanitation’ and SDG No. 15 ‘Life on Land’ through addressing the problem of poor recycling that could lead to numerous problems in waterways and landfills. It also aims to build a habit among the student body to be more eco-conscious, expanding their education beyond classroom walls which is in response to SDG No. 4 ‘Quality Education’. Furthermore, as the implementation of the trash bins were in collaboration with BSAIS 3A, the program fosters camaraderie which aligns with SDG No. 17 ‘Partnership for the Goals’.
The garbage bins were placed in the 2nd Floor North Wing of Fr. Alfred Spincemaille, CICM Building. The program coordinator, Krizelle A. Ipac, project leaders, Kyla Shane G. Pascua and Harold Gabriel D. Go, as well as a few class members were present to facilitate the implementation of the projects. With the support of Rev. Fr. Rumpearl Tenkings Isaac, CICM, Vice President of Mission and Identity, Mr. Christian Dominique Calderon, Campus Safety Supervisor, and Mr. Jay G. Resurrecion, Campus Maintenance Supervisor, the class was able to successfully implement the projects.
These bins were placed with the goal of helping students recycle their waste better in order to ensure that proper segregation is practiced inside the school campus. With separate containers for plastic and paper, each garbage bin is equipped with entertaining visual instructions to guide students with recycling. In addition, the class also took the initiative to put posters in hallway which can be viewed by students, faculty, and visitors as they stroll through the corridors of the building. The goal of the project is to be bring awareness on solid waste management and subsequently encourage students to be mindful when it comes to recycling.
The class hopes that segregation of garbage is improved through these projects. However, it is the collective effort of the student body that truly enable these projects achieve its goals. Reversing the effects of climate change is not an easy task but it is through combined efforts that make a difference.
Words by: Maria Isabel D. Jacaban
Photos by: Iona Faith Suguitan, Kyla Shane Pascua
