LEYTE, LEYTE — The Local Government Unit of Leyte, led by Municipal Mayor Engr. Jed C. Granados, conducted a comprehensive benchmarking activity on September 15, 2026, in Albuera, Leyte, to advance plans for the municipality's proposed sanitary landfill facility.
Strategic Planning and Knowledge Exchange for Solid Waste Management
The delegation—comprising Leyte municipal department heads and members of the local Solid Waste Management Committee—focused on acquiring practical insights to enhance local environmental infrastructure:
Technical Knowledge Gathering: The team examined Albuera’s sanitary landfill operations to gather operational insights, technical standards, and best practices essential for designing and managing a modern waste facility.
Environmental Sustainability: The initiative represents a key step in reinforcing the municipality’s long-term solid waste management framework, aiming to reduce environmental impact and improve local sanitation.
Collaborative Governance: By engaging in cross-municipal learning, LGU Leyte continues to pursue sustainable, evidence-based solutions to safeguard public health and natural resources across the municipality.