ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: MANAGEMENT OF ORGANIK WASTE USING THE TAKAKURA METHOD

Abstract

Based on data from 2018, it shows that waste generation in Indramayu Regency is approximately 1,000 tons / day, only 152 tons / day of managed waste, while unmanaged is 835 tons / day. This figure is still very far from the target of achieving solid waste services by 70% set by the Ministry of Public Works. Since 2006-2019, Indramayu Regency has won six adipura trophies in the small-town category. According to the Regent of Indramayu Regency, that the acquisition of the 10th adipura was not the final destination. But how can we change the culture and social behavior of the Indramayu people to live clean and healthy lives and participate in every development that is being promoted”. To support waste management starting from the household scale the Natural Sciences Education Study Program (IPA) at STKIP AL AMIN INDRAMAYU has an organik waste management practicum using the TAKAKURA Basket Method. The purpose of organik waste management is so that students can manage their waste starting from home. The method used is to educate students to choose organik and inorganik waste. Organik waste is processed in the KERAKJANG TAKAKURA through the stages of preparation of tools and materials, the manufacturing process, and how to care. Waste processed in takakura baskets is studied in 40 days, as long as the research continues to be monitored and undergoing treatment so that the compost results obtained are good and useful. The results of compost harvested are used for gardening and gardening, the results are very satisfying. In addition, students get education and motivation as pioneers in waste management starting from their homes.