Defined under Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) (US EPA):
• any solid, semi-solid,
• liquid, or
• contained gaseous materials discarded. From industrial, commercial, mining, or agricultural operations and
from community activities.
Some Facts…
- Total no of schools in Indonesia = 200.000.
Major types of waste generated in schools:
1. Food Waste;
2. Plastic;
3. Paper;
4. Floor swipeeing;
5. Aluminum foils;
6. Others (stationary items, pencil sharpenings, etc.).
Hurdles…
• awareness;
• infrastructure;
• technology;
• human power;
• budget;
• planning & overall management.
Solutions !!!
1. Policies, plans & programmes;
2. Solid Waste Management Strategies – at school level;
3. Administrative interventions;
4. Infrastructure;
5. Disposal Techniques ; and
6. Regulations & their implementation.
Solid Waste Management Strategies:
1. Waste management as apart of school curriculum;
2. Student groups;
3. Awareness trainings for schools children & teachers;
4. School Activities – songs, games, quiz, involving children in segregation activities;
5. Awareness campaigns in the neighbourhood; and
6. Involving children & their parents.
Solid Waste Management as a part of School Curriculum
Solid Waste Management Strategies - Ground Rules
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| Student Groups |
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| Make them works |
Disposal Techniques – Organic Waste
• Vermicomposting;
• Aerobic composting.
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