During a waste management inspection in a Central Jakarta neighborhood on Tuesday, Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq said Jakarta has become a priority because it is well-equipped in terms of technology and budget.
In addition, several areas in Jakarta have demonstrated strong awareness of waste issues, as reflected by their winning multiple awards.
Following the review, the minister noted that waste management was being implemented well in the Central Jakarta neighborhood.
According to Nurofiq, Jakarta has all the necessary components for effective waste management, including funding, human resources, technology, and proper planning.
He specifically mentioned North Jakarta’s waste reduction roadmap, saying the area will serve as a model for national waste management efforts. He then called on Central Jakarta to develop a similar roadmap.
"Yes, there are many other tasks, but I ask that waste be prioritized because this is important and helps build our culture," Nurofiq said.
He also expressed hope that the Rorotan Refuse Derived Fuel (RDF) plant will begin operations this month to help reduce waste in Jakarta. The facility is expected to process 2,500 tons of the approximately 8,000 tons of daily waste produced in the capital.
The government has set a target to achieve 100 percent waste management coverage by 2029.
According to the Environment Ministry’s National Waste Management Information System (SIPSN), Indonesia generated 34.2 million tons of waste in 2024, based on data from 317 districts and cities. Of that, only 20.4 million tons were properly managed.
In Jakarta alone, total waste generation in 2024 reached 3.17 million tons.
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Editor: Anton Santoso
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