Development of Green Policing Index in the Context of Solid Waste Management in Davao City

This study developed a Green Policing Index (GPI) to assess how environmental governance and community practices influence solid waste management compliance in Davao City. Using surveys from 1,020 household respondents across selected barangays, the study examined the roles of monitoring, law enforcement, planning, environmental awareness, information campaigns, community programs, and individual waste practices in promoting proper waste management. Through Exploratory and Confirmatory Factor Analysis, the study identified seven key dimensions of green policing: Operational Monitoring and Surveillance, Legal Enforcement and Accountability, Strategic Planning and Data Analytics, Coordination and Community Programs, Environmental and Health Risk Awareness, Information Dissemination, and Individual Waste Practices. Results showed that environmental awareness and enforcement were among the strongest factors influencing compliance. The findings suggest that effective solid waste management goes beyond policies alone. Strong environmental governance, active community participation, consistent enforcement, and public awareness all play important roles in encouraging responsible waste practices. The validated Green Policing Index may serve as a practical framework for LGUs, the PNP, and environmental agencies in improving sustainable waste management programs in Davao City.

Green Policing Index, Solid Waste Management, Environmental Governance, Sustainable Development, Law Enforcement, Environmental Awareness, Community Participation.

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