Grand design policy for economic empowerment through waste management: A case study of Pekanbaru City’s environmental and energy strategies

Abstract

Waste management has emerged as a compelling issue within the global environmental crisis context. The escalating waste production and its consequential impact on the environment necessitate proactive management solutions. This research aims to delve into the potential of economic empowerment through waste management and scrutinize the ramifications of environmental and energy policies on the populace of Pekanbaru City. Employing a mixed methods approach, through field surveys, direct perspectives from the public and stakeholders concerning economic empowerment through waste management were meticulously amassed. The results from the data analysis underscore the potential benefits of economic empowerment via waste management. These findings substantiate the exigency for an integrative and sustainable policy stance in confronting the multifarious challenges posed by waste management. This necessitates not only an integrated food system policy but also the provision of community training and education, alongside governmental support for waste management programs. The realm of waste management exhibits a substantial capacity to augment the economic empowerment of the community. However, the optimization of waste management practices in Pekanbaru City mandates a comprehensive strategy facilitated through a multi-sectoral collaboration, involving government, private enterprises, and the community.