President Prabowo Subianto has declared waste management a national priority, pledging to address the country’s waste challenges within the next two to three years. During a visit to Central Java on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, the President emphasized the urgency of controlling all waste across Indonesia before his current term concludes.
A Model for National Waste Management
While visiting the Environment and Education-Based Final Disposal Site (TPST BLE) in Banyumas Regency, President Prabowo praised the local government for its integrated waste management breakthrough. He noted that the system’s success lies in its accessibility and efficiency rather than high-cost complexity.
The President observed that the waste processing technology used in Banyumas is not highly advanced, but it remains effective. He highlighted that the system relies primarily on local products and operates through a coordinated chain extending from individual households up to the regency level.
Potential for Global and Local Scaling
President Prabowo suggested that the Banyumas approach could serve as a blueprint for other provinces and regencies throughout Indonesia. He further noted that the system’s effectiveness has already attracted interest from other countries.
Future Commitments and Support
To ensure the expansion of these systems, the President promised direct support from the central government. This assistance is intended to strengthen and broaden the existing waste management framework in Banyumas.
President Prabowo expressed his support for the Banyumas Regency Government’s specific goal to achieve zero waste by 2028. Moving forward, the central government may look to implement similar schemes in other regions to meet the national goal of controlling waste within the next few years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is President Prabowo’s timeline for tackling Indonesia’s waste issue?
The President claimed that he intends to control all waste in Indonesia within two to three years, before his term ends.
What makes the waste management system in Banyumas effective?
The system is effective since it uses technology that is not overly sophisticated, utilizes mostly local products, and is integrated into a system that runs from households to the regency level.
What specific products are created from waste at the TPST BLE Banyumas?
The facility produces plastic ore, paving blocks, and roof tiles from processed plastic waste.
Do you believe that low-tech, local solutions are more sustainable for national waste management than high-tech industrial systems?
