Cerita Inspiratif - Kementrian Lingkungan Hidup dan Kehutanan Republik Indonesia

Summary

The transcript highlights the personal journey of an individual who moved from Java to Palembang in 1963 with ambitious goals. They initially worked in tempe production and later ventured into tofu making. Over the years, they faced challenges, such as pollution caused by waste disposal and livestock diseases. However, with assistance from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, they were able to install a biodigester to process waste into biogas, which helped reduce pollution and provided a sustainable cooking source. The transcript expresses gratitude for government support and requests continued assistance for future growth.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker moved to Palembang in 1963 with the intention to start a business, initially following a relative who worked as a tempe maker.
• 😀 Over time, the speaker expanded into the tofu business, but faced challenges due to limited knowledge and waste management issues.
• 😀 In the early years, the business faced significant struggles, including pollution caused by improper disposal of waste into rivers and wells.
• 😀 The speaker, originally from Java, relocated to Sumatra in 1991 and started raising cattle in 2011 with financial support from the local government.
• 😀 The speaker highlights the challenges of livestock farming, including the 2018 outbreak of Jembrana disease that affected their cattle and finances.
• 😀 Despite difficulties, the speaker emphasized their commitment to using savings to provide education for their children and secure their family's future.
• 😀 Environmental concerns arose due to the impact of cattle waste, which could pollute water sources and the surrounding environment.
• 😀 The speaker received assistance from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, who helped set up a biodigester unit to treat waste and produce biogas.
• 😀 The biodigester has been effective in mitigating waste pollution, reducing odors, and generating biogas for cooking and daily household use.
• 😀 The biodigester has also reduced household expenses, as they no longer need to purchase gas cylinders as frequently, and the livestock waste is now used as fertilizer for crops like rubber, palm oil, and vegetables.

Q & A

What motivated Euro to move to Palembang in 1963?

Euro moved to Palembang in 1963 with the motivation of seeking a new opportunity and starting a business, driven by determination and a sense of adventure.

How did Euro begin his business in Palembang?

Euro initially joined a relative who was a tempe maker. Over time, they expanded into tofu production as their business grew.

What challenges did Euro and his team face with their business in the early years?

In the beginning, Euro and his team faced challenges related to waste disposal. They improperly disposed of their waste in rivers and wells, causing environmental issues and making them responsible for the pollution.

When did Euro start cattle farming, and what inspired him to do so?

Euro began cattle farming in 2011 after moving to Sumatra in 1991. He was inspired by a desire to improve his livelihood and took the step after receiving financial support from the local government.

What was a significant challenge Euro encountered in cattle farming?

A major challenge Euro faced was the outbreak of Jembrana disease in 2018, which affected his cattle, leading to financial loss and hardship for him and his family.

How did Euro manage to support his family through tough times?

Despite the challenges, Euro used his savings to support his family, particularly in ensuring his children's education by relying on the income from his cattle farming.

What environmental problems did Euro face due to his cattle farming?

Euro faced environmental concerns with the manure from his cattle potentially contaminating local water sources, including wells and springs, which posed risks to the community's clean water supply.

How did the government assist Euro in addressing environmental issues?

The government, specifically the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, assisted Euro by providing a biodigester unit, which helped process waste into biogas and prevent environmental contamination.

What benefits has Euro experienced from using the biodigester?

The biodigester has helped Euro eliminate the smell of waste, reduce environmental pollution, and generate biogas for daily use, such as cooking, which lowered household expenses.

How has the use of the biodigester impacted Euro's household budget?

Since using the biodigester, Euro's family has saved money on gas, as they now only need to purchase one small gas cylinder a week instead of two, significantly reducing their expenses.

What does Euro plan for the future with the biodigester technology?

Euro is grateful for the assistance and plans to continue utilizing the biodigester to not only manage waste but also use the manure as fertilizer for crops like rubber, palm, and vegetables, ensuring sustainable farming practices.