CONTAMINATION - INDONESIA

The country’s waste management infrastructure is overwhelmed, and rubbish often ends up in the ocean, rivers, and

beaches, or even burned in random fields, harming marine life and ecosystems. Waste separation has been implemented,

however, limited funding and education have hindered their effectiveness.

Indonesia is struggling with pollution, particularly plastic waste, due to the tourism industry’s rapid growth on the island.

The country’s waste management infrastructure is overwhelmed, and rubbish often ends up in the ocean, rivers, and

beaches, harming marine life and ecosystems. To address this issue, waste separation has been implemented, as recycling

programs, and large dumpsters in key locations. However, limited funding and education have hindered their

effectiveness.