Socialization of Organic Waste Management through Eco-Enzyme Production in Pasar Baru Village, Kaur Selatan District, Kaur Regency

Abstract

The accumulation of household organic waste in coastal rural areas such as Pasar Baru Village, South Kaur District, is still conventionally managed (collect-transport-dump/burn), potentially polluting the environment, generating methane gas ( ), and accelerating local landfill overcapacity. Objective: This community service and research project aimed to enhance public knowledge, ecological awareness, and technical skills in sorting and processing kitchen organic waste into eco-enzyme in Pasar Baru Village. Methods: The approach utilized Participatory Action Learning, consisting of preparation, interactive socialization, and hands-on training on eco-enzyme production using the standard ratio formula of 3:1:10 (3 parts kitchen waste, 1 part sugar source, 10 parts water) with upcycled plastic containers. Evaluation was conducted using pre-test and post-test instruments alongside waste reduction estimation. Results: Evaluation results demonstrated a significant transformation in community understanding and attitudes. The Family Welfare Movement (PKK) group, empowered as agents of change, successfully adopted source-based waste sorting techniques. Eco-enzyme production proved capable of diverting 15–30 kg of household kitchen waste per month, equivalent to a 30–40% reduction in daily organic waste generation. Conclusion: This participatory-based socialization program effectively reduces organic waste volume, delivers ecological benefits by preventing methane emissions and leachate, and generates economic advantages by lowering household expenses through the utilization of eco-enzyme as a natural cleaner and liquid biofertilizer.