EVALUATION OF COMMUNITY WASTE MANAGEMENT IN DESA RUMAK KECAMATAN KEDIRI LOMBOK BARAT

Abstract

Waste is an inseparable part of everyday life. Every human activity certainly generates waste, including what happens in Rumak Village, Kediri District, West Lombok. The main problem in this study is that the waste management system in the village does not meet good and proper standards. This is caused by improper waste disposal practices and management that only relies on burning. This study aims to evaluate the waste management system in place. The methodology used is a qualitative approach with a descriptive observational design. Data collection techniques include field surveys, focus group discussions (FGD) with participants, open interviews, and literature reviews. Participants in this study consisted of representatives from the Environmental Agency, village heads, village representative bodies, youth organizations, and community organizations present in the village. Based on the research results, it is known that waste management in Rumak Village is still not optimal. This is due to the lack of land for the establishment of Temporary Waste Storage Sites (TPS), limited supporting facilities and infrastructure, as well as low public awareness of the importance of proper waste management. As a recommendation, it is necessary to conduct socialization activities regarding proper waste management, carry out regular community clean-up activities, and allocate village budget for land acquisition that will be used as a site for TPS construction.