Development of a Community-Centric Autonomous Waste Management System

Abstract

We need to tackle waste as a major problem systemically. A viable strategy to mitigate waste issues is the establishment of a community-based waste management system; however, its implementation necessitates the engagement of all stakeholders. This study aims to delineate the community empowerment initiatives implemented inside the Waste Thematic activities. The conducted activities encompass the socializing of waste sorting at each meeting, the revival of the waste shodaqoh system, the creation of bottle rubbish baskets, and the activation of group fish ponds. The results of this activity are the implementation of the socialization of waste sorting in each household, the implementation of the waste shodaqoh system initiated by youth, the procurement of bottle waste baskets in every corner of the village, and the activation of fish ponds by providing fish seeds as one of the means of meeting with the mandatory topic of sustainable waste education. We anticipate that the implementation in one of the homeowners' neighborhoods will serve as a model for other residents. The participation of all stakeholders is essential for the evolution of the established system into a self-sustaining trash community