Research Publication

Recently, there have been many petitions demanding the government regarding the right to breathe clean air for the community. One of the contributors to air pollution is the activity of open-burning waste which is still widely practiced. Therefore, let's dive in about open-burning waste activities in the Greater Jakarta Area.

Furniture waste in Indonesia is still not much highlighted and there are not many studies that discuss this. In fact, furniture waste is a bulky waste that should be managed properly. Let's learn more to find out the current flow of furniture waste in Indonesia.

Flexible plastic packaging in developing countries such as Indonesia is one of the main choices for manufacturers to package their products. Unfortunately, this material does not yet have a significant recycling market. Let's learn more about what flexible plastic waste management looks like in DKI Jakarta.

The method of treating organic waste using Black Soldier Fly (BSF) has been practiced widely in Indonesia, be it in the business, government, and communal sector. Find out more about the organic waste management practices using BSF that have been implemented in Indonesia.

Styrofoam waste has not been widely managed or processed so that the presence of styrofoam will almost likely pollute the environment. In regards to this matter, we think it's important to share and learn more about the various styrofoam recycling initiatives that have been carried out in Indonesia.

The challenge for DKI Jakarta's solid waste management is that in 2022, it is estimated that the Bantargebang Landfill will no longer be able to accommodate the waste generated by the residents of DKI Jakarta. Why? One reason is because the existing waste management system is not yet sustainable and effective. Find out more about the waste management system in DKI Jakarta.

Plastic bag reduction policies in various regions provide regulatory strength in addressing the challenges of reducing waste regions. Learn more about the implementation of plastic bag reduction policies in Indonesia.

The COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesia has brought a significant impact on the solid waste conditions, especially infectious household waste. Learn more about the condition of the COVID-19 pandemic waste in DKI Jakarta.

Regional Government has greater roles and authorities in the implementation of waste management system at the regional level. Learn more about the implementation aspects of Indonesia's waste management that is almost entirely fall within the authority of its regional government.

Indonesia still has many challenges in terms of creating an ideal ecosystem for implementing responsible waste management. This overview of solid waste institutions in Indonesia specifically discusses about the role and responsibilities of the Central Government within the context of solid waste governance in Indonesia.