2026 IJRSE – Volume 15 Issue 9
Available Online: 5 May 2026
Author/s:
Calipay, Angelica B.*
Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Philippines (angelica.calipay@cbsua.edu.ph)
Rosiento, Sunshine Fritz B.
Nieva, Margie B.
Cardinal, Vanessa N.
Bosquillos, Jenny R.
Barrameda, Alona O.
Moron, Bernyl M.
Nolasco, Michael N.
Abstract:
This study assessed solid waste management practices and compliance among beach resorts in Balogo, Pasacao, Camarines Sur. The results of the study revealed that weekly waste generation data from eight resorts reached a total of 35.15 kilograms, with DOT-accredited resorts producing 15.15 kilograms and non-accredited resorts generating 20 kilograms. Accredited resorts produced higher volumes of recyclables and biodegradables, suggesting more structured segregation practices, although gaps remained in signage and disposal practices. The ANOVA results (p = .57) indicated no significant difference in waste volumes among resorts, highlighting shared challenges in managing waste regardless of accreditation. Furthermore, compliance analysis showed that accredited resorts were moderately compliant across parameters, scoring higher in segregation (3.3) and training (3.7), while non-accredited resorts lagged behind, particularly in segregation infrastructure (2.3) and general compliance (2.1). However, ANOVA results (p = .32) revealed no statistically significant difference in compliance levels among resorts, suggesting uniformity shaped by local regulations. In addition, correlation analysis demonstrated strong relationships between waste volume and disposal practices (r = .79), segregation (r = .64), and general compliance (r = .72), emphasizing the importance of operational systems over policy awareness alone. Based on these findings, the study recommends two key strategies: the installation of clearly labeled trash bins and the adoption of Communication, Education, and Public Awareness (CEPA) initiatives to support sustainable coastal tourism development. These interventions are expected to improve consistency in waste handling, increase environmental awareness among staff and guests, and encourage long-term adoption of responsible waste management practices.
Keywords: DOT Accredited and DOT non-Accredited resorts, waste analysis and characterization study (WACS), compliance assessment, segregation practices
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26140
Cite this article:
Calipay, A. B., Rosiento, S. F. B., Nieva, M. B., Cardinal, V. N., Bosquillos, J. R., Barrameda, A. O., Moron, B. M., & Nolasco, M. N. (2026). Solid Waste Management Practices of Resorts in Barangay Balogo, Pasacao, Camarines Sur. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 15(9), 229-244. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26140
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