Philippines (8 definitions)
aquifer
Underground water-bearing rock layer transmitting water to wells or springs
- Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004, Republic Act No. 9275, Section 4 [TIER 2]
Beneficial Use of Water
The utilization of water in the right amount during the period that the water is needed for producing the benefits for which the water is appropriated.
- Water Code of the Philippines, Article 1 (Definitions and General Provisions), (1976) [TIER 2]
drinking water
Water for human consumption or food preparation
- Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004, Republic Act No. 9275, Section 4 [TIER 2]
sewage
Water-borne human and animal wastes from residences or facilities
- Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004, Republic Act No. 9275, Section 4 [TIER 2]
wastewater
Liquid waste containing pollutants
- Philippine Clean Water Act of 2004, Republic Act No. 9275, Section 4 [TIER 2]
Water Resources
All waters in the Philippines belong to the State. Only citizens of the Philippines of legal age, as well as juridical persons duly qualified by law to exploit and develop water resources, may apply for water permits.
- Water Code of the Philippines, Article 1 (Definitions and General Provisions), (1976) [TIER 2]
Water Right
The privilege granted by the government to appropriate and use water.
- Water Code of the Philippines, Article 1 (Definitions and General Provisions), (1976) [TIER 2]
Waters
Waters include surface water, groundwater, atmospheric water, and seawater.
- Water Code of the Philippines, Article 1 (Definitions and General Provisions), (1976) [TIER 2]
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