Jakarta (ANTARA) - Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq has said that the technology used to address issues related to waste must be evaluated carefully to ensure it is appropriate and does not create new challenges.“All the 514 districts and cities have varied complexity in waste management. Not all methods and technologies can be applied uniformly across the country,” he expounded at the inauguration of the Waste Crisis Center in Jakarta on Thursday.
He then highlighted that many people still do not understand waste reduction technologies, including which ones are safe for the environment and humans.
“There are indications of plans to use incinerators that do not have the capacity to be permitted to release emissions,” he explained.
Furthermore, adjustments are also necessary when using technology, including ensuring it is utilized in appropriate locations. It is also crucial to improve the information system on waste management, which requires the support of all parties.
He then asked the relevant parties, including regional governments, business players, and community groups, to use the Waste Crisis Center to obtain technological inputs and learn about the appropriate approaches to address waste issues in their areas.
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The public can also report on waste management practices, including illegal landfills, to the Ministry of Environment through the newly inaugurated facility.
“If there is a waste issue, no matter how small that is, please communicate it with the Waste Crisis Center to find the solution,” Nurofiq added.
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According to the Environment Ministry’s National Waste Management Information System (SIPSN), 34.2 million tons of waste were generated across Indonesia in 2024, based on reports from 319 districts and cities.
