PODCAST #4: Mengawal Isu Pengelolaan Sampah dan Limbah

Summary

The Indonesian government is committed to reducing marine plastic waste by 70% by 2025 through circular economy principles. They have established a national coordination platform for waste management, promoting public participation and recycling initiatives. The progress shows a positive trend, with a 28.6% reduction achieved from 2019 to 2021. Social entrepreneurship and community-based waste management are highlighted as key strengths in addressing waste issues.

Takeaways

• 🌏 Indonesia has set a target to reduce marine plastic waste by 70% by the year 2025.
• 🔄 The country is advancing towards a circular economy design to manage waste, particularly plastic.
• 🗓️ The G20 working group on climate sustainability is focusing on waste management, especially plastic waste.
• 🌱 The '3R' principle (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) is being well-managed to address plastic waste issues.
• 🏢 The government of Indonesia is coordinating national efforts through various ministries and institutions to combat marine plastic debris.
• 📈 Indonesia is seeing growth in the recycling industry, with significant investments in recycling plants.
• 🚀 The country has implemented Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) to encourage producers to take responsibility for their products' waste.
• 👥 Public participation is being massively encouraged to improve waste collection and promote a circular economy.
• 📊 As of 2021, Indonesia has achieved a 28.6% reduction in marine plastic waste, showing an improving trend towards the 2025 goal.
• 🌱 Social entrepreneurship and public movements, such as community-based waste banks and religious institution-based waste donation, are key strengths in waste management in Indonesia.

Q & A

What is the target for reducing plastic waste by 2025 in Indonesia?

The target is to reduce plastic waste by 70% by the year 2025.

What is the concept of a circular economy as mentioned in the script?

A circular economy is an approach to economic activity that aims to minimize waste and make the most of resources by designing out waste, keeping products and materials in use, and regenerating natural systems.

What is the role of the '3R' principle in waste management discussed in the script?

The '3R' principle refers to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle, which is a strategy to manage waste effectively by minimizing its production, reusing products, and recycling materials.

What is the significance of the Marine Plastic Debris issue mentioned in the script?

Marine Plastic Debris is a significant environmental issue because it affects marine ecosystems and biodiversity. It was discussed as a mainstreaming issue supported by Indonesia during the G20.

What is the platform for national coordination of marine waste management mentioned in the script?

The platform mentioned is the TKN (Tim Koordinasi Nasional), which is a national coordination body for managing marine waste involving various ministries and institutions.

What are the efforts being made from upstream to downstream in waste management in Indonesia?

Indonesia is making efforts to manage waste, particularly plastic waste, from its source to its end through various initiatives, including promoting a circular economy and establishing recycling industries.

What is the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) mentioned in the script?

Extended Producer Responsibility is a policy approach in which producers of goods are given significant responsibility—financial and/or physical—for reducing the negative impacts of their products on the environment.

How is Indonesia promoting public participation in waste management?

Indonesia is promoting public participation through various initiatives such as the national waste sorting campaign, encouraging a 'no-waste' lifestyle, and waste donation movements based on places of worship.

What is the progress towards the 70% reduction of plastic waste by 2025 as discussed in the script?

As of 2021, there has been approximately a 28.6% reduction in plastic waste entering the ocean since the implementation of the Presidential Regulation in 2018.

What is the role of social entrepreneurship in waste management in Indonesia?

Social entrepreneurship plays a significant role in waste management by creating innovative solutions and businesses that address waste issues, often using technology and community engagement.

How does waste management relate to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in Indonesia?

Waste management is crucial in reducing greenhouse gas emissions because decomposing waste, especially in landfills, releases methane, a potent greenhouse gas.