POTENTIAL IMPLEMENTATION OF POST-CONSUMER SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT TO RECYCLE PLASTIC BOTTLE IN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS (CASE STUDY: ITB GANESHA)

• Main Author: Prama Emran, Radeywa
• Format: Final Project
• Language: Indonesia
• Subjects: Teknik saniter dan perkotaan; teknik perlindungan lingkungan
• Online Access: https://digilib.itb.ac.id/gdl/view/79501
• Institution: Institut Teknologi Bandung

Plastic waste, a global environmental crisis, also affects Indonesia, where 6.8 million tons of plastic waste were generated in 2017, with a yearly increase of 5%. PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles, constituting 12% of all plastic products, are commonly used for beverages. This study evaluates the feasibility of potential implementation of post-consumer waste management program at ITB Ganesha Campus to recycle plastic bottle from the existing scheme of PT X to improve waste management and recycling efforts. To determine the generation of plastic bottle, the research employs various sampling methods and finds that IPST Sabuga, the current material recovery facility in ITB Campus, currently handles waste management for all campus building entity, averaging 1.56 tons of daily waste generation, including 1.63 tons of plastic PET bottles monthly. Based on observation with existing scheme from PT X and its partner, two scenarios are considered which can be implemented in IPST Sabuga: Scenario 1, where IPST Sabuga serves as a Collection Center, and Scenario 2, serves it as a Collection Partner. Research concludes that scenario 2 is a more viable choice to be implemented for its technical, economic, and environmental consideration. Despite lower profitability, its higher Benefit-Cost Ratio may signals better efficiency and resilience to market risks. Moreover, minimal modifications are needed in terms of the existing condition. While Scenario 1 saves more landfill space, Scenario 2's lower C(h emission still makes it a reasonable choice for a sustainable solution. Lastly, the research also suggests that a design for plastic bottle collection within the chosen scenario focuses on strategically placing recycling bins on ground floors and designating specific bins for plastic bottles is also recommended based on the community's preference.