The Cebu City government has officially commenced operations at a temporary waste sorting facility located within the South Road Properties (SRP), marking a critical step in addressing the city's escalating garbage disposal challenges. This interim solution aims to process and segregate approximately 8,000 tons of recyclable and segregated waste collected from neighboring barangays before its permanent relocation to Aloguinsan, scheduled for the second week of March 2026.
Strategic Response to Urban Waste Accumulation
Councilor Joel Garganera emphasized on Sunday, February 22, 2026, that utilizing the SRP as a sorting hub represents a short-term measure designed to prevent further waste accumulation while the city finalizes long-term waste management strategies. The initiative comes in response to growing public concern over the volume of garbage piling up in the city, highlighted by aerial drone footage revealing substantial waste deposits in the Pond A area of SRP.
Operational Framework and Leadership
Department of Public Services (DPS) head John Paul Gelasque is overseeing the transfer operations, collaborating with a private contractor responsible for transporting the waste materials. The segregated garbage from adjacent barangays is currently being processed at the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) within the SRP, where recyclables are meticulously sorted before final disposal at appropriate sites.
Environmental and Logistical Implications
This temporary sorting hub not only alleviates immediate pressure on the city's waste infrastructure but also promotes environmental sustainability by maximizing the recovery of reusable materials. The strategic location at SRP facilitates efficient logistics for handling the substantial volume of waste, ensuring that the processing occurs in a controlled manner before the scheduled transfer to the permanent facility in Aloguinsan.
The city's proactive approach underscores its commitment to resolving the garbage crisis through both interim and long-term solutions, with ongoing efforts to enhance waste segregation practices and public awareness regarding proper disposal methods.
