Exploring food waste practices and sustainability awareness among vegetable and fruit sellers: A pathway to improved waste management

Background: Food waste has emerged as a global challenge, raising widespread concerns due to its significant environmental impacts. In line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12—particularly Indicator 12.3, which targets global food loss and waste—Indonesia faces an annual food waste level of 115–184 kg per capita, with fruits and vegetables being notably inefficient sectors and major contributors to emissions. Against this backdrop, this study focuses on the knowledge, perceptions, and behaviors of vegetable and fruit sellers at Pasar Minggu Traditional Market, one of Jakarta’s oldest and largest traditional markets. Methods: Employing a qualitative design, the research conducted in-depth interviews with six participants (three vegetable sellers and three fruit sellers) and utilized both deductive and inductive thematic analysis to construct themes and subthemes. Findings: The analysis identified four subthemes: basic understanding of waste, perspectives and awareness toward food waste, food waste management practices, and challenges in food waste management. Most participants demonstrated limited knowledge of food waste and reported feelings of sadness, regret, or frustration when confronted with piles of discarded food. Waste management is carried out through strategies such as redistribution, processing, and, as a last resort, disposal in designated areas. Conclusion: This study concludes that vegetable and fruit traders in Pasar Minggu show limited awareness of food waste, underscoring the need for targeted awareness campaigns by relevant authorities to promote sustainable consumption and waste reduction. Novelty/Originality of this article: This research provides an understanding of food waste practices among vegetable and fruit vendors, highlighting their limited awareness and the necessity for focused actions to enhance waste management and promote sustainability within the local market

Community participation in sustainable solid waste management at the household level

Background: Solid waste in Depok City turns into an urgent problem due to the increase of solid waste production and the limited capacity of the Final Disposal Facility. Methods: The approach used in this research is quantitative, with combination of quantitative and qualitative method, and multiple linear correlation and regression analysis. Findings: The results represented that the majority of Depok Villagers or 38% of them have high level of participation, 30% with moderate level, 7% with low level, and 25% have no participation at all. Internal and external factors simultaneously have a significant effect on the level of community participation in waste sorting activities in the household level. Partially, the contribution of internal factors including awareness level (5,340/0) and external factors including the role of driving actors (15.1%), direct benefit rate (22.1%), and availability and accessibility of the means (35.2%) had a significant effect the level of community participation in solid waste sorting activities in the household level in Depok Village. The level of participation in solid waste sorting activities in the household level is significantly related to waste reduction in Depok Village. It can be concluded that the level of community participation in Depok Village is considered as high, it is because most of organic wastes have been handled by Waste Processing Unit (43.6%), while the inorganic wastes have been handled by the waste bank (24.2%). Conclusion: The low level of community participation in waste sorting activities in Depok Village at the household level has potentially inhibited sustainable waste management.  Then, availability and accessibility of the means as the greatest influencing factor and community participation has contributed to waste reduction in Depok Village by therefore it supports sustainable waste management. Novelty/Originality of this article: Empowers individuals to reduce, reuse, and recycle, fostering environmental responsibility and enhancing local resilience

Temporal dynamics and geomorphological influences on plastic waste accumulation

Background: Plastic waste is a significant global environmental issue and constitutes the dominant type of marine debris. Its durability, lightness, and stability make plastic widely used in daily life, but its degradation process takes an extremely long time. Teluk Laikang, located in Mangarabombang Subdistrict, Puntondo Hamlet, Takalar Regency, serves as both a coastal tourism destination and a site for seaweed cultivation. This study aims to quantify the amount, weight, and composition of stranded plastic waste at Teluk Laikang Beach over a specific observation period and to analyze the accumulation rates influenced by the geomorphology and oceanographic conditions of the area. Methods: The study utilized a shoreline survey method with an accumulation survey type. This method involves regular monitoring of the same stretch of coastline, which was initially cleaned, to record changes in the amount, weight, and composition of plastic waste over time. Direct field measurements were carried out to assess current speed and direction, wave height, and beach slope. Findings: The study identified a total of 709 plastic waste items weighing 3,584 grams in Teluk Laikang. Statistical analysis using repeated measures ANOVA revealed significant differences in plastic accumulation rates based on lunar phases. Pairwise comparisons showed that the highest accumulation rates occurred during the full moon phase, with an average of 0.00063 items/m²/week and 0.00841 grams/m²/week. Conversely, the lowest rates were recorded during the first-quarter moon phase, with an average of 0.00023 items/m²/week and 0.00082 grams/m²/week. The most dominant type of plastic waste during the observation period was drink bottles smaller than 2 liters (PL02). Novelty/Originality of this Article: This study provides a detailed analysis of plastic waste accumulation in a semi-enclosed coastal area influenced by geomorphological and oceanographic factors. By focusing on the temporal variation of waste deposition, the research highlights the critical role of natural cycles in plastic waste distribution

Post-consumer plastic waste management strategy: A study of producer responsibility implementation

Background: The dynamic urban lifestyle changes human behaviour in selecting consumer goods products. Urban communities prefer goods in suitable and economical packaging when carrying out their activities. This study was conducted in Jakarta and aimed to analyze the perceptions of consumers, producers, and the role of the informal sector in waste management so that alternative producers' responsibility schemes can be formulated in the management of post-consumption plastic waste. Methods: In this study, quantitative and qualitative methods were used with data analysis using descriptive statistics. In the next step, an Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) has been prepared for identifying the best alternative scheme of EPR for post-consumer plastic waste management. Findings: They showed that the highest criteria value (0,27) that was considered in the EPR implementation was the environmental impacts potential criteria. At the stage of selecting alternative EPR schemes, the highest to lowest scores respectively are partnership schemes with waste management organizations (2.83), product design optimization (2.78), post-consumption waste recall (2.11), and development of recycling facility (1,28). There are some fundamental issues that are considered in the waste management system in Indonesia, including limited capacity for waste management in the regions, inadequate infrastructure, application of regulations, and lack of public awareness, including in the consumer goods manufacturing industry. Conclusion: The results of the study emphasize the need for the implementation of a circular economy, especially in the field of plastic waste. Novelty/Originality of this article: Through the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) concept approach, this research sheds light that the manufacturing industry is more encouraged to contribute to their post- consumer waste management

Sustainable plastic waste management practice based on community and stakeholder participation

Background:  Plastic is used to package food, beverages, and other products in everyday life. Plastic waste can be a significant global problem, with social, economic, and environmental impacts if not managed properly. According to data from the National Waste Management Information System in 2024, plastic waste is the second-largest type of waste in Indonesia, accounting for 19.83% of the total waste. Practices that proactively involve the community and external support have not been explicitly discussed in previous research. This paper aims to analyze the practices that play a role in reducing the use of single-use plastics in supporting sustainable lifestyles. Methods: This study uses a systematic literature review based on the PRISMA framework. The method used combines qualitative and interpretive approaches based on a post-positivist paradigm, analyzing publications from 2021–2025 from several countries on sustainable practices and reducing single-use plastics through coding, thematic grouping, and gradual filtering to ensure relevance and reliability. Findings: The results reported that practices to prevent and reduce plastic waste are grouped into four points: plastic reduction policies and their impacts, public behavior towards plastics, plastic waste management and its effectiveness, and global support. These practices can be used as a reference for the community and external parties in achieving sustainable management of single-use plastic waste. Conclusion: Achieving sustainable management of single-use plastic waste depends on the integration of strict policies, behavioral change, effective waste management systems, and global collaboration to promote a circular economy that ensures environmental preservation for future generations. Novelty/Originality of this article: The novelty of this article lies in its systematic synthesis of global practices in reducing single-use plastic use, framed within the context of sustainable lifestyle transformation. Unlike previous studies that focus separately on policy, behavior, or waste management, this research integrates these dimensions through a PRISMA-based systematic literature review using a qualitative–interpretive approach under a post-positivist paradigm

Sustainable strategies for managing domestic plastic waste in coastal communities

Background: Plastic waste degrades into microplastics, contaminating marine biota and posing risks to human health and ecosystems. This research focuses on the sustainability challenges of plastic waste in coastal communities, particularly in Cirebon Regency, aiming to develop effective strategies for managing domestic plastic waste to safeguard marine resources and human health. Methods: This research employs a quantitative mixed-methods approach, utilizing questionnaires for data collection from salt farming areas in Cirebon Regency. A SWOT analysis identifies strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for effective plastic waste management strategies. Findings: The strategy for managing domestic plastic waste involves collaboration among various stakeholders, community empowerment, education, the development of ecotourism, the addition of waste management facilities, and the optimization of citizen participation to maintain cleanliness and reduce environmental impact. Conclusion: The strategy includes educating the community on environmental issues, empowering through waste management initiatives, enhancing mangrove ecotourism, and improving waste collection infrastructure and frequency. Novelty/Originality of this Study:  The strategy emphasizes community education, waste empowerment initiatives, ecotourism development, and enhanced waste management infrastructure to promote environmental sustainability

The effectiveness of photomediation of apu (Pistia stratiotes L.), water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) and water bamboo (Equisetum hyemale) plant on reducing bod levels in tofu factory waste water

Background: The increase in BOD in tofu wastewater is caused by soybeans as a raw material for tofu so that tofu wastewater contains protein, carbohydrates, fats and amino acids. These organic materials affect the high phosphorus, nitrogen, and sulfur in the water, so that the wastewater produced contains organic matter. tall one. Methods: The research design used was an experimental research type with Pretest-Posttest with Control Group. Data was collected by examining samples at the Cimahi City Environmental Laboratory. Findings: BOD levels of tofu factory wastewater before treatment were 4860 mg/L, the high levels of BOD can be overcome by plant phytoremediation. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of phytoremediation of apu wood (Pistia stratiotes L.), water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) and water bamboo (Equisetum hyemale) on reducing BOD levels in tofu factory wastewater. Conclusion: The results of the statistical test using thetest Dependent T and One Way Anova. The results of statistical tests using T Dependent showed that there was a significant difference before after giving water cabbage plants with p value= 0.035, while the results showed no significant differences before after giving water hyacinth plants with p value= 0.059 and water bamboo plants with p value= 0.074 to decrease the BOD levels of tofu factory wastewater. While the results of thestatistical test One Way Anova showed that there was a significant difference after the administration of water cabbage, water hyacinth and water bamboo plants with p value= 0.022 to the decrease in BOD levels of tofu factory wastewater. The most effective use of plants in reducing BOD levels in tofu factory wastewater is water cabbage, this plant can reduce BOD levels in tofu factory wastewater by 33.26%. Novelty/Originality of this article: This research can be used for tofu factory wastewater treatment by utilizing water cabbage plants with the phytoremediation method

Evaluasi Pengelolaan Limbah Elektronik di Indonesia

oai:ojs2.journal-iasssf.com:article/462Introduction: Electronic waste is a type of waste that is now becoming a visible problem. The high consumption rate of electronic waste and its relatively short lifespan are some of the reasons for the increasing amount of electronic waste. The total amount of electronic waste in Indonesia in 2019 was estimated to reach 1.62 million tons. The large amount of electronic waste in Indonesia has not yet been managed properly, one of the reasons being the absence of specific regulations governing the comprehensive management of electronic waste. In Indonesia, electronic waste is still generally classified into the category of hazardous and toxic waste (B3). The promising economic value of the electronic waste business also presents other problems from the management of electronic waste in Indonesia, which keeps the strong influence of the informal sector in its supply chain. Inadequate management of electronic waste will have negative impacts not only on the environment, but also on social and economic factors. Result: The importance of drafting specific regulations governing the management of electronic waste in Indonesia needs to be realized immediately, considering that electronic waste is an entity that requires the responsibility of all elements involved, from producers, consumers, collectors, to the role of the government

Mendekati keberlanjutan: Evaluasi pengelolaan biowaste rumah tangga di Finlandia dan Indonesia

Introduction: With a population of more than 270 million people, Indonesia faces serious challenges in Household Waste Management (PSRT), causing environmental degradation and economic inefficiency. This research compares organic waste (biowaste) management strategies in households between Result: Finland and Indonesia, with a focus on analyzing related public policies in both countries. Finland, through the National Waste Plan (NWP) in 2016, succeeded in increasing the separation of biowaste at the household level, starting from separation from the source, separate collection, and processing into compost, heat, and electricity. Indonesia has a legal basis for waste management, namely Law Number 18 of 2008, but its implementation is still experiencing challenges. Conclusion: These findings provide an important basis for improving the implementation of Household Waste Management (PSRT) in Indonesia, especially in managing household biowaste. The importance of strengthening the law, increasing public awareness, and the active role of government and the private sector in developing effective facilities are key elements in achieving sustainability

Analisis solusi untuk mengurangi timbulan sampah di kawasan Suaka Margasatwa Muara Angke

Introduction: In 2020, marine waste in Indonesia reached 521,540 tons, mostly due to marine activity, with the mangrove ecosystem being the most affected. Even though various parties have tried to clean and collect waste in the SMMA Area (Angke Mangrove Wildlife Reserve), the problem of waste generation is still an unresolved environmental problem. The increasing amount of waste in the area can disrupt mangrove restoration efforts and disrupt the regeneration of natural ecosystems. Result: According to research observations, in the SMMA environment, especially during high tide, there is still a generation of waste consisting of plastic, styrofoam, wood, cloth, and electronic waste. Plastic and styrofoam waste comes from food and drink packaging, and other types of waste, such as wood and plywood, can come from rivers or from activities around SMMA. Waste generation in mangrove environments includes fabric and polymer waste, such as pampers and clothing. Because it interferes with air aeration in the root system, plastic waste is the main cause of damage to the growth of mangrove vegetation. Waste in the SMMA mangrove ecosystem is defined as specific waste that appears irregularly, contains hazardous waste, and comes from various sources, such as household waste and building waste. Conclusion: Waste control in the SMMA area is regulated by PP Number 27 of 2020, which emphasizes the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling. Waste sorting, collection, transportation, processing, and final processing are all part of this effort. Good waste management in the SMMA area is very important to prevent environmental pollution, protect human health, and maintain the sustainability of the mangrove ecosystem