Knowledge of solid waste management through composting: A comparative study of rural communities in Malaysia and Indonesia

Abstract

Along with increasing human activity, the waste generated from these activities more and more. Waste at this time has become one of the causes of disasters in the world. One type of waste produced is organic waste. Organic waste is one of the solid wastes produced from domestic waste. Research is conducted to understand how people carry out organic waste processing into compost, to improve the quality of life, especially in economic terms. In addition, it can be identified factors and obstacles that affect the community when processing organic waste into compost. Primary data collection is done through interviews and field observations in selected rural communities. While secondary data collection is done by literature study. This research was conducted by taking samples in rural communities in Indonesia and Malaysia. The results obtained show a comparison of the patterns of success of rural communities in Indonesia and Malaysia in processing waste into compost.

Waste Segregation through Recycle and Composting Activities in Urban and Suburban Areas

“…On the other hand, exposure to waste segregation through recycling has been widely spread among the population; however, the action on composting activities is still limited. According to [22], a small group of people practised composting while the others were unaware of the activities due to lack of information [22]. Therefore, the well-structured mechanisms of this awareness programme can be enhanced [14].…”

“…However, only a small portion is practising composting in their home, 27% in suburban and 24% in urban areas. Minimal participation in composting revealed that 60% of citizens consider composting not beneficial and a dirty job [22]. [23]The composting plants have been increasing worldwide, whereas, in Europe, less biodegradable waste has been brought to the landfill following the directive's policy and penalties along with high disposal costs [24].…”