A Multidimensional Model on Compliance to Environmental Regulations of Covered Establishments in Davao Region, Philippines Amidst the Covid-19 Pandemic

Abstract

This study was conducted to develop a multi-dimensional model for compliance to environmental regulations of the covered establishments in the Davao Region, Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Utilizing exploratory factor analysis, the study processed 351 responses from Pollution Control Officers and Managing Heads of Category A and Category B establishments in Davao Region through an online survey. After several rotations and based on criteria set, a total of 19 items were generated as factor structures and were categorized into six factors. The cumulative load percentage of these six factors was calculated at 47.806 which implies that these six constructs could explain approximately 47% of the total variability of compliance to environmental regulations. The quantitative data reduction revealed that during the pandemic, compliance to environmental regulations may be heightened considering the following dimensions: inter-agency collaboration in information dissemination, adaptability in environmental enforcement, observance of health protocols, accountability and leadership in environmental management, digitization in environmental capability building, and unrestricted mobility for environment-related travels.