“This sealing is a firm measure against businesses that neglect their duty to control air pollution. KLH will continue to act against similar violations in Jabodetabek and beyond,” said KLH Deputy for Law Enforcement, Rizal Irawan, in Jakarta on Sunday.
He explained that the action followed an inspection by the supervisory team, which found that PT MPI in East Cikarang, Bekasi District, had failed to manage emissions from 10 active smelting furnaces.
Four of the furnaces used lubricating oil as fuel—a practice with high potential for hazardous emissions.
Additionally, the facility’s wet scrubber—a key air pollution control device—had been non-functional for over four months.
These findings were confirmed by the company’s general manager during the supervision process.
As a result, Irawan said, untreated emissions were being released directly into the air, significantly contributing to local air pollution.
Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq echoed the importance of industrial accountability.
“Clean air is a fundamental right. There’s no tolerance for companies that jeopardize public health for short-term profit," Nurofiq said.
The ministry continues to urge industries to strengthen environmental management practices and comply with legal obligations.
It warned that administrative and criminal sanctions will be imposed on those who persist in violating environmental regulations.
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