Sumedang tofu is not only savory and delicious, but there is a waste problem that pollutes the environment. In Giriharja Village, tofu waste is processed into alternative energy.
Undeterred by her disability, Abong collects and turns plastic waste into useful goods. She also empowers others with disabilities in Maumere to do the same.
The landfill turns waste into energy not only for its own use but for the residents surrounding its area. Much work is needed in domestic waste management.
Indonesia looks to incinerator to manage its waste in major landfills. While waste pickers want better empowerment, fair wages, and access to social and health services.
Community-led waste banks can be key in tackling waste in the upstream. If optimised, more than 70% of Jakarta's waste does not need to end up in Bantargebang.