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By Happy Tarumadevyanto-

EOS Communication Associate; CEO Environmental Asia

A Brief Description of the Waste Management Challenge

Waste management in Indonesia faces significant challenges, including the increasing volume of waste, limited infrastructure, and low public awareness of recycling. Most waste still ends up in landfills, using open dumping or landfill methods. Government efforts include plastic waste reduction programs, establishing waste banks, and waste-to-energy initiatives. However, success depends on public participation, education, and support from technology and regulations. Moreover, collaboration between the government, private sector, and local communities is key to creating a more effective and sustainable waste management system for a cleaner and healthier environment.

Source: Various, https://theaseanpost.com/article/indonesias-plastic-waste-problem

Indonesia Challenge

Challenges like insufficient infrastructure, low public awareness, and high waste production, especially plastic. Efforts include government initiatives promoting recycling, community waste banks, and waste-to-energy programs. Public-private partnerships and grassroots movements are vital in addressing waste issues and fostering sustainable practices for a cleaner environment.

Several Creative Ways to Recycle Waste at Home

1. Plastic Water Bottles
Plastic water bottles are one of the worst indoor pollutants.

Plastic bottles are considered one of the worst indoor pollutants because:

1. Non-biodegradable: Plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose, leading to waste accumulation.
2. Toxic effects: Plastics exposed to heat can release harmful chemicals like BPA, which may contaminate indoor air.
3. Improper disposal: Plastic bottles are often discarded carelessly indoors, creating an unclean and unhealthy environment.
4. Increased microplastic pollution: Tiny plastic particles can contaminate water or food, posing health risks to humans.

Proper waste management is essential to reduce the environmental and health impacts of plastic waste.

Waste management in Indonesia faces challenges like insufficient infrastructure, low public awareness, and high waste production, especially plastic. Efforts include government initiatives promoting recycling, community waste banks, and waste-to-energy programs. Public-private partnerships and grassroots movements are vital in addressing waste issues and fostering sustainable practices for a cleaner environment.

1. Plastic Water Bottles
Plastic water bottles are one of the worst indoor pollutants. People often dispose of plastic bottles irresponsibly after use, causing significant harm to the environment.

Plastic bottles are considered one of the worst indoor pollutants because:

1. Non-biodegradable: Plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose, leading to waste accumulation.
2. Toxic effects: Plastics exposed to heat can release harmful chemicals like BPA, which may contaminate indoor air.
3. Improper disposal: Plastic bottles are often discarded carelessly indoors, creating an unclean and unhealthy environment.
4. Increased microplastic pollution: Tiny plastic particles can contaminate water or food, posing health risks to humans.

Proper waste management is essential to reduce the environmental and health impacts of plastic waste.

Utilizing Plastic Bottles

1. Plant Pots: Use used plastic bottles as small plant pots or for hydroponics.
2. Storage Containers: Turn plastic bottles into containers for storing small items like nails, buttons, or seeds.
3. Handicrafts: Transform plastic bottles into decorations, hanging lamps, or creative toys.
4. Plant Watering Tool: Modify plastic bottles into watering tools by puncturing the caps.
5. Eco-Bricks: Fill plastic bottles with inorganic waste to create eco-friendly bricks.
6. Rainwater Collectors: Combine several bottles to create a simple rainwater harvesting system.

With creativity, plastic bottles can be repurposed into useful items, reducing waste and supporting sustainability.

People often dispose of plastic bottles irresponsibly after use, causing significant environmental harm.

By Happy Tarumadevyanto – EOS Communication associate

This brief analysis is presented as a form of concern for the -waste management challenges in Indonesia. By considering the differences in data and the factors influencing them, it is hoped that appropriate strategic measures can be taken. Both the public and government need to work together to ensure more effective, sustainable, and environmentally friendly waste management.

Indonesia faces significant challenges in waste management, with a considerable portion of waste remaining unprocessed. According to various reports, discrepancies exist regarding the percentage of unmanaged waste. For instance, the Ministry of Environment and Forestry (KLHK) reported in 2022 that 34.29% of waste was unmanaged, while other sources like BRIN in 2024 cited 35.7%. These variations stem from differences in data collection methodologies, coverage areas (urban versus rural), and timeframes of analysis.

To address this issue, adopting standardized data collection protocols and enhancing inter-agency coordination is crucial. Leveraging technology for real-time monitoring and ensuring transparency in reporting can improve accuracy and consistency.

Interdepartmental Coordination

Coordination between the Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR) and the Ministry of Environment and Forestry (KLHK) in integrated waste management in Indonesia has demonstrated progress but still requires further strengthening and arrangement.

Collaborative Efforts Undertaken:

• Development of Waste Management Infrastructure:
  The Directorate of Sanitation at the Ministry of PUPR has played a role in promoting effective and integrated waste management systems, including infrastructure development for waste processing.
• Inter-Ministerial Coordination Meetings:
  Programs like the Integrated Sustainable Waste Management Program (ISWMP) have held coordination meetings involving various ministries, including PUPR and KLHK, to discuss strategic issues in waste management.
• Construction of Integrated Waste Management Facilities (TPST):
  Ahead of the G20 event, Bali built new TPSTs as a result of coordination between local governments and KLHK, with support from various stakeholders.

Challenges Still Faced:

• Policy and Strategy Synchronization:
  Agencies like Bappenas, KLHK, PUPR, and the Ministry of Home Affairs need to align strategies and policies for data-driven waste management suited to regional capacities.
• Institutional and Operational Challenges:
  Operational and maintenance institutional challenges remain, potentially hindering the sustainability of waste processing infrastructure.

Recommendations for Strengthening Coordination:

• Harmonizing Indicators and Targets:
  Synchronize waste management indicators and targets at national and regional levels across planning documents such as Jakstranas, RAN PSL, RAN TPB, RPJMN, and NSPK on Waste Management.
• Strengthening Regional Capacity:
  Enhance leadership, institutional, and human resource capacities in regions for waste reduction and management efforts.

It is hoped that integrated waste management in Indonesia can be more effective and sustainable by strengthening coordination and collaboration between PUPR and KLHK and involving other stakeholders.

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