Presenters: Royyan Quwais Al Qarni, Sochimin
Afiliasi: UIN Prof. K.H. Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto
Room: 3 (Online)
ICIES News- At the 4th International Conference on Islamic Economics Studies (ICIES) 2024, researchers Royyan Quwais Al Qarni and Sochimin presented their groundbreaking study titled “Exploration of Plastic Waste Potential as an Effort to Develop Housing with Green Living Principles and Circular Economy Models Towards Golden Indonesia 2045.” The presentation, held online in Room 3, emphasized the untapped potential of plastic waste in advancing sustainable housing in Indonesia.
Key Findings:
- Current Challenges in Waste Management: The researchers identified significant shortcomings in Indonesia’s current waste management practices. Despite being one of the largest waste producers in Southeast Asia, Indonesia has yet to implement effective waste management solutions. A major barrier is the lack of comprehensive support from various sectors, particularly the government, which has not enforced strict regulations to manage household waste.
- Underutilization of Circular Economy Models: The study highlighted that Indonesia is not fully utilizing circular economy models, which are essential for sustainable development. The absence of a well-structured framework to integrate circular economy principles into waste management is hindering the country’s progress towards achieving environmental sustainability.
- Innovative Use of Plastic Waste: The core of the research focused on the innovative use of plastic waste as a primary or supplementary material in constructing eco-friendly houses. These “Green Living” homes incorporate renewable energy components, such as rainwater harvesting systems and solar panels, to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability.
- Research and Development Methodology: The study employed a rigorous research and development methodology, as outlined by Sugiyono (2012), to create and refine products aimed at improving waste management. The researchers used both primary and secondary data to develop and validate their proposed solutions, ensuring their effectiveness in real-world applications.
- Path Towards Golden Indonesia 2045: The researchers emphasized that by adopting green living principles and circular economy models, Indonesia could significantly enhance its sustainability efforts, contributing to the nation’s vision of achieving “Golden Indonesia 2045.” This vision aims for a prosperous, equitable, and sustainable Indonesia by its centennial.
The presentation by Royyan Quwais Al Qarni and Sochimin underscores the critical need for Indonesia to address its waste management challenges and harness the potential of plastic waste. Their innovative approach offers a pathway towards sustainable housing development, aligning with global efforts to combat environmental degradation and promote green living.