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Makassar to End Open Dumping at Antang Landfill August 1

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Makassar, Indonesia, will transition from open dumping to a sanitary landfill system at the Antang landfill on August 1, 2026.
  • This change follows directives from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry to improve waste management and reduce environmental pollution.
  • The new system will involve layering waste with soil cover to minimize contamination of land, water, and air.

Makassar, Indonesia, is set to revolutionize its waste management practices by phasing out open dumping at the Antang landfill starting August 1, 2026. The city will adopt a sanitary landfill system, a significant move towards more environmentally friendly waste disposal.

This transition is a direct response to directives from the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, aiming to curb the pollution of land, water, and air associated with traditional open dumping methods. The new sanitary landfill approach involves meticulously layering waste and covering it with soil, a method designed to significantly reduce environmental contamination.

The shift marks a critical step for Makassar in enhancing its environmental stewardship and aligning with national goals for sustainable waste management. The move is expected to improve local environmental quality and set a precedent for other Indonesian cities grappling with similar waste disposal challenges.

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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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