Putri Cempo Scavengers Protest Waste Volume Drop in Solo
Residents and scavengers at the Putri Cempo Landfill also raised concerns regarding environmental impacts tied to the local waste-to-energy plant.
Residents near Surakarta's Putri Cempo Landfill are protesting a reduction in waste volume, fearing it's cutting their income. The Putri Cempo Scavengers Alliance claims 371 people earn money sorting waste at the landfill, with earnings plummeting from 5-10 sacks daily to just 1-3. Alliance Chairperson Karni says this is due to waste sorting policies, transport limits, and mandatory waste processing before landfilling.
Scavengers also complain about dust, foul smells, noise, and waste-to-energy plant operations. They demand better toxic ash management, transparency on environmental tests, and healthcare guarantees. Herwin Tri Nugroho Adi, head of Surakarta Environmental Agency, says air quality and noise levels are within safety limits. The city is working on a leachate treatment plant and health services for residents.
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