"Smart and modern waste management is highly possible. Surabaya's success in processing waste into electricity is proof that waste has high economic potential," he stated here on Monday.
In the minister's view, Indonesia's biggest challenge is the relentless daily increase in waste volume.
To tackle this, the Ministry of Public Works is actively encouraging the acceleration of the construction of waste-to-energy (WTE) facilities in various regions and optimizing the implementation of the 4R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Recovery) principle.
Furthermore, Hanggodo explained that the government is simplifying regulations and adjusting electricity rates from Waste Power Plants (PLTSa) to attract more private investment.
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In addition, waste management projects are expected to run effectively through the public-private partnership (PPP) scheme, thereby minimizing the financial burden on the state budget.
The minister expressed hope that the success of the waste management model at the Benowo final waste processing site in Surabaya could serve as an inspiration and be replicated by other cities across Indonesia.
"Modern waste management is the main key to creating smart, healthy, and comfortable cities in Indonesia. This is not only a dream but a reality that we can realize together," he remarked.
President Prabowo Subianto expressed optimism that Indonesia would achieve energy self-sufficiency during his presidency and no longer depend on other nations.
Prabowo emphasized that achieving energy self-sufficiency is crucial for Indonesia as a sovereign country amid global tensions and potential conflicts that could arise anywhere and anytime.
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