Tons Of Waste Research Articles

PLN CSR Program Through Community Empowerment at Saguling Dam, Citarum River, Bandung, West Java

Saguling Dam is a man-made reservoir located in West Bandung Regency, which dams the flow of the Citarum River, the largest river in West Java. The current condition of the dam has been heavily polluted by an abundance of water hyacinth and a buildup of household waste covering the river's surface. According to data from the Bandung City Sanitation Company in 2016, approximately 2.5 million residents produced 1,500 - 1,600 tons of waste per day. However, only 1,100 - 1,200 tons were transported to the Sarimukti Final Disposal Site (TPA), and 150 - 250 tons were processed by residents. The remaining 150 - 250 tons of waste were disposed of in Citarum River's tributaries. PLN (State Electricity Company) implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program themed "Green Employee Involvement" through community empowerment efforts aimed at addressing the waste problems in the Saguling Dam. The "Green Employee Involvement" program, in collaboration with the Bening Saguling Foundation, was carried out in celebration of World Environment Day 2024. The research methodology used is qualitative, employing a case study approach. Data collection methods include literature review and observation. The research findings show that PLN's Corporate Social Responsibility program, themed "Green Employee Involvement" in collaboration with the Bening Saguling Foundation, has had a positive impact on environmental preservation while also providing economic benefits to the community in the Saguling Dam area, Bandung, West Java.

A mini-review on egg waste valorization.

Each year, approximately million tons of waste is generated from eggshells disposed of in landfills. This waste is challenging to manage because of the odor and microbiological development. However, eggshells have potential applications as a solid byproduct. They can be modified and used in various industries such as metal, polymer and ceramic composites, in the production of biodiesel, heavy metal absorption from wastewater, and even as a biomaterial to substitute bone tissues. Furthermore, eggshells can be used as a cheap adsorbent for the treatment of contaminated waterways. They are also a great source of calcium and fertilizer for plants, animals and humans. Chicken eggshells can even be used as a catalyst for converting waste frying oil into biofuel. This review highlights the challenges and opportunities of eggshell waste valorization in the food industry. © 2024 Society of Chemical Industry.

Assessing the Environmental Impact of Municipal Waste on Energy Incineration Technology for Power Generation Using Life Cycle Assessment Methodology

The life cycle assessment methodology is a comprehensive environmental impact evaluation approach rooted in the “cradle-to-grave” concept. This study takes a municipal solid waste incineration power plant in central China as an example to comprehensively explore the potential ecological and environmental impacts of municipal solid waste incineration power generation through life cycle assessment methods. Burning one ton of waste can recover 7342 joules of thermal energy. Compared with traditional landfill, incineration can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by about 30%, with a potential global warming impact of −0.69 kg of carbon dioxide equivalent. Amongst environmental impacts, land, freshwater, and marine ecosystems possess the greatest potential toxicity, followed by the harmful effects on human health and the influence of ozone-producing photochemical pollution. Lastly, there comes terrestrial acidification, whereas other types of effects can be relatively disregarded in comparison. In the process of waste incineration power generation, the potential impacts of global warming, ionizing radiation, and fossil resource scarcity are less than zero, indicating that this is an environmentally friendly process. In response to the above-mentioned environmental impacts, it is necessary to pay attention to improving incineration efficiency, optimizing leachate treatment, reducing coal use, and controlling acidic gas emissions in the process of urban solid waste incineration power generation. This research offers insights into advancing environmentally sustainable technologies for utilizing waste as an energy resource.

A cradle-to-grave life cycle assessment of the endoscopic sinus surgery considering materials, energy, and waste.

Operating rooms generate 1.8 million tons of waste annually, or 20%‒30% of the total healthcare waste in the United States. Our objective was to perform a life cycle assessment (LCA) for endoscopic sinus surgeries (ESSs) in order to analyze its environmental impact. A comprehensive LCA of ESS was performed considering energy, climate, and water use impacts associated with the materials and processes used. It focuses on the ESS performed at a large tertiary academic hospital and then extends the impacts to consider annual US surgeries. The assessment considers end-of-life waste management at both landfills and incinerators. Single-use instrument production constitutes 89%‒96% of the total impacts throughout the life cycle of an ESS. Waste-to-energy incineration is shown to be a preferred end-of-life destination, as it recovers much of the input production energy of plastic items, ultimately reducing the input to 36%, although this is done at the expense of higher greenhouse gas emissions. For multi-use items, decontamination dominates environmental impact (>99% of totals), but consideration of reusable items reduces overall energy consumption and global warming potential (GWP) by 25%‒33%. Single-use items dominate the total environmental impact of ESS. While multi-use items require additional decontamination over their lifetimes, results show that their incorporation reduces energy consumption and GWP by 25%‒33%, demonstrating the clear environmental benefit.

Estimating the weight of consumed tobacco product waste in various Indian states: a novel method to assess the potential burden of tobacco product waste

IntroductionThe direct morbidity and mortality caused by tobacco are well documented, but such products also contribute to a range of environmental pollutants resulting from tobacco product waste. No previous studies...

Greening the city: A holistic assessment of waste management alternatives in India

Waste is one of the major urban challenges faced globally today, and the severity of the challenge is further exacerbated by rapid urbanisation, growing populations and increasing per capita waste generation. As one of the largest urban agglomerations in the world, Delhi collects 11,352 t of waste every day. Without adequate segregation, most of this waste is sent to dumpsites and waste-to-energy plants, often associated with significant capital costs and environmental externalities. This paper conducts a life cycle assessment of the current waste management system and a comparative analysis with a suggested alternative scenario, where the share of recyclables and compostables going to landfills and waste-to-energy plants is reduced through adequate segregation. Our results revealed that landfills and waste-to-energy plants are associated with significant adverse environmental impacts such as climate change, soil and water acidification, freshwater eutrophication, human toxicity, and respiratory health. In comparison, compost plants showed negligible emissions per tonne of waste. The alternative scenario (i.e. reduce waste to landfill through adequate segregation) can help reduce the negative impact on all environmental indicators by an average of 23 %. We posit that the prevailing narrative of addressing the waste issue through waste-to-energy plants in Delhi goes against the country's climate neutrality targets. Instead, the circular economy approach offers simpler, faster, and more cost-effective solutions that policymakers should consider to reduce the financial and environmental load of the current and future waste management issue.

Penanganan Sampah Laut di Indonesia : A Review

Indonesia produces 33,113,277.69 tons of waste per year, in which 13,455,925.41 tons are unmanaged waste. From these data, it can be seen that Indonesia is still experiencing problems in waste management. Unmanaged waste is at risk of being carried away by river currents that lead to the sea., Not only land-based waste, marine debris must also be adressed. Marine debris could possibly come from activities on land or at sea. Marine debris consists of three categories; macro, meso and micro marine debris. This paper is a narrative-review on how to dealt with marine debris in Indonesia. Several methods have been done by the Indonesian government to dealt with marine debris. In 2018, the Indonesian government issued Presidential regulation number 83 of 2018, concerning the handling of marine debris. Besides that, Indonesian government also formed National Plan of Action (NPOA) and opened itself to foreign investors to invest on that action plan, especially on adressing marine plastic debris. In addition to forming special team and supporting regulations, the complexity of marine debris problems must also be resolved by integrated research on marine debris, and also make changes on Indonesian human resources‘ mentality and mindset.

Pengaruh Kampanye Hijau “Bring Back Our Bottles” terhadap Citra Merek (Studi Kasus Pada Konsumen The Body Shop di Kota Bandung)

Indonesia is the second largest producer of marine plastic waste in the world with 187.2 million tons of waste. The beauty industry worldwide produces more than 120 billion packages every year. The rate of the beauty industry is increasing every year and in 2023 it increased by 4.75% and is predicted to continue to increase until 2027. However, there was a decrease in The Body Shop index, in 2021 by 5.6% then in 2022 by 3.7% and finally in 2023 by 3.2%. This indicates a decrease in The Body Shop brand image. The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of the "Bring Back Our Bottles" green campaign on The Body Shop brand image. The data collection technique used is non probability sampling with purposive sampling research with a total of 90 respondents who have bought or used The Body Shop in Bandung City aged 17 years and over. Empirical data in this study were collected using a one shoot study approach and then processed and analyzed using simple regression using SPSS version 26. The results showed that the "Bring Back Our Bottles" green campaign had a positive effect on brand image. Therefore, the management of The Body Shop can prioritize to improve all indicators that make up the green campaign because it is expected to have a positive impact on brand image.

Municipal Solid Waste Management System: A Study of Aligarh City, Uttar Pradesh, India

Municipal solid waste management (MSWM) is a significant environmental challenge in Indian cities, including Aligarh. Inadequate handling of municipal solid waste (MSW) poses risks to public health and the environment. Studies indicate that approximately 90% of MSW in India is improperly disposed of in open dumps and landfills, leading to various ecological and health issues. A detailed examination of Aligarh's waste management system was conducted to assess the quantity, characteristics, and sustainable management options for its municipal waste. Findings from the study show that private collectors handle about 430 tons of waste per day in Aligarh, but neither residents nor collectors engage in waste segregation at the source. The combined collection efficiency of A2Z Private Limited and the Aligarh Municipal Corporation is estimated to be around 70%. Due to the high organic content in the waste, its energy potential remains untapped. Currently, about 80% of the collected waste is disposed of in open dumps, as Aligarh lacks a sanitary landfill. This study highlights the current state of municipal solid waste management in Aligarh focusing on the quantity, quality, and management strategies in Aligarh. Methodology: For this study, Aligarh, a medium-sized city with a population of roughly 8.7 lakhs, which is located 130 kilometres from Delhi, India's capital, was chosen. A thorough assessment of the literature was done to create a theoretical framework. Visits to fields were carried out to gather basic data and comprehend the city's SWMS, including interaction During interviews with several municipality employees and executives in charge of SWM and citizens of the city. A procedure was created to examine the sources, calculate the amounts, and ascertain the waste streams' makeup. Findings: Despite their best efforts, the local municipality's limited resources do not allow for the effectiveness of the solid waste management system in Aligarh. On the outskirts of the city, waste is frequently disposed of in open or low-lying regions without using the correct scientific or engineering techniques.

Comparative analysis of the effectiveness and efficiency of formal and informal waste collectors in urban waste management system

Effective and efficient waste collection and management is critical to achieving sustainable cities and communities, public health, and sustainable development. This notwithstanding, the rapid and ever-increasing rate of urban waste generation in developing countries has led to the emergence of a dual system of formal and informal waste collection schemes with unclear effectiveness and efficiency. This study compared the operational effectiveness and efficiency of formal and informal waste collectors in the urban waste management system in Ghana. A case study research design is employed with a focus on households and waste collectors in the Suame Municipality in the Ashanti of Ghana. Data were collected through questionnaire administration and interviews, waste quantification, and field measurements. The findings reveal that 61.5 % of households rely on informal waste collectors, 35 % on formal waste collectors and 3.5 % use indiscriminate dumping. The formal waste collectors were more effective serving 111 households and collecting 11.239 tonnes of waste per trip but utilises 62 % of their collection capacity while the informal sector collects 846.67 kg per trip and uses 106 % of their collection capacity. Formal waste collectors were also more efficient with the use of time. The study unveils an opportunity to enhance effectiveness and efficiency in municipal waste management in low- and middle-income countries with reforms and practices that build upon existing waste management practices and integrate informal waste collectors into formal waste management systems.

Bio-based polylactic acid labware as a sustainable alternative for microbial cultivation in life science laboratories

Single-use plastics (SUPs) in life science laboratories account for approximately 5.5 million tonnes of waste per year globally. Of SUPs used in life science laboratories, Petri dishes, centrifuge tubes, and inoculation loops are some of the most common. In order to reduce the reliance on petrochemical-based SUPs in the life science research laboratory and minimize the negative environmental impacts associated with SUPs, this research investigates the applicability of polylactic acid (PLA) in single-use labware as a replacement for petrochemical-based plastics. PLA is one of the most well-studied biodegradable plastics that can be produced from sustainable resources. Commercially available PLA was used to 3D print a select range of labware to test the suitability of PLA-based material for routine microbiology work. An injection moulded PLA-based Petri dish was also designed and produced, for increased optical clarity. The biocompatibility was tested against Gram-negative (Escherichia coli) and Gram-positive (Staphylococcus epidermidis) strains of bacteria. The PLA-based labware did not negatively impact the cell growth, viability, and metabolic activity of the bacterial cultures. The injection moulded PLA Petri dish showed a reduced colony forming unit count for the Gram-negative E. coli strain compared to the polystyrene Petri dish, ∼1.5 × 109 CFU/mL and ∼3.0 × 109 CFU/mL respectively, during late-exponential growth. The colony counts were, however, in the same order of magnitude. This observed difference may be due to the internal environment inside the Petri dish, hence the internal O2 concentration, humidity, and temperature during bacterial growth were investigated. This work demonstrates, for the first time, a full successful workflow of bacterial growth using a sustainable bioplastic, providing a pathway to reducing the environmental impacts of SUPs in life science laboratories.

Physical characterization of agar-based biodegradable films derived from nonhazardous laboratory waste

Globally, approximately 2.12 billion tons of waste are annually disposed of, with laboratories significantly contributing across diverse waste streams. Effective waste management strategies are crucial to mitigate environmental impact and promote sustainability within scientific communities. This study addresses the challenges by introducing a novel method that transforms laboratory media waste into a valuable biopolymer named “Agastic.” The process involves repurposing agar extracted from bulk laboratory waste, blending it with bio-based plasticizers to produce Agastic sheets exhibiting mechanical properties comparable to traditional bioplastics. Using response surface methodology (RSM) and central composite design (CCD), optimal concentrations of agar (1.5–2.5% w/v), glycerol (0.25–1% v/v), and ethanolamine (0.5–1.5% v/v) were determined. Predictions from Design Expert software indicated impressive tensile strength up to 14.31 MPa for AGA-1 and elongation at break up to 52% for AGA-2. Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis confirmed agarose structural features in AGA-1 and AGA-2. Thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) showed polysaccharide-related breakdown between 38°C and 280°C in AGA-1, peaking at 299.36°C; AGA-2 exhibited diverse thermal decomposition up to 765°C, suggesting their biodegradable potential in packaging applications. Scanning electron microscopy with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (SEM-EDS) analysis confirmed nontoxic nature of Agastic and preserved morphological integrity in both samples. Soil degradation studies revealed AGA-1 and AGA-2 losing 71.31% and 70.88% of weight, respectively, over 15 days. This innovation provides a sustainable pathway to repurpose laboratory waste into eco-friendly bioplastics, particularly suitable for moisture-sensitive packaging such as nursery applications. These findings underscore Agastic films’ promise as environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional plastics, supporting circular bioeconomy principles and significantly reducing ecological impacts associated with plastic waste.

Comprehensive assessment of the earth’s surface state disturbed by mining and ways to improve the situation: case study of Kryvyi Rih Iron-ore Basin, Ukraine

IntroductionComplex mineral mining leads to critical earth’s surface disturbance and environmental pollution from industrial waste. This research aims to comprehensively study, assess and show the current scale of the earth’s surface disturbances in the largest mining region of Ukraine – the Kryvyi Rih. Iron-ore Basin and suggests ways to improve the situation based on backfill technologies for the earth’s surface rehabilitation and industrial waste utilization.MethodsTo identify the forms of surface disturbance, their parameters, and spatial location, satellite images of the region, government statistical data, and a geographic information system software suite were studied. An analysis of the effectiveness of existing reclamation measures for technogenic voids in the region was carried out, and a new concept of surface restoration was proposed using beneficiation tailings, which are difficult to utilize in the region.ResultsIt has been determined that the contribution of the Kryvyi Rih Iron-ore Basin to waste generation is 92.08% of the total volume of waste accumulations in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast and 65.5% in Ukraine as a whole, amounting to 10.7 billion tons. It is determined that 65.25% of the total disturbed land area is industrial waste, 34.76% – quarry cavities and mine failure zones, occupying 49% of the Kryvyi Rih city area. An analysis of waste accumulation density in allotted areas shows that per 1 m2 of land area, on average, 183.5 tons of dump waste rocks and 73.5 tons of beneficiation tailings are placed. Disposal of beneficiation tailings is recognized as a priority, because their utilization is slower, occupy the largest area, creating a risk of dams breaching and intense dusting from tailings dams surface, threatening the environment and public health. For the first time in Ukraine, a concept for the earth’s surface rehabilitation for various industrial purposes has been developed based on paste backfill technologies.DiscussionPaste backfill technology implementation is prioritized in the central and northern parts of the city, which can dispose of at least 65–70 million tons of waste in cavities and reclaim about 200 ha of land. The research results are valuable for the development of strategies or programs to overcome the technogenic-ecological crisis in the city. The rehabilitated earth’s surface can be usefully involved in various infrastructure projects for the development of the industrial and economic potential of an industrial city such as Kryvyi Rih.

Environmental safety performance dynamics and estimation of the deterioration of leachate containment elements: Implications for the lifespan of hazardous waste landfills

In the coming decades, the failure and expiration of over 100,000 landfills involving billions of tons of waste not only threaten global water security but also lead to a sudden increase in the global demand for solid waste disposal. Therefore, further research is needed on the ways in which landfill performance is degraded, their life expectancy, the factors that influence them and the ways in which they are influenced. A study estimated the performance degradation and expected lifespan of a modern hazardous waste landfill in China. The landfill experienced slow performance degradation in early years (0–12 years). But during mid-term (12–62 years) due to the rapid degradation of the liner material, the rate of leakage from the containment layer will increase by a factor of 4.8–27.1, leading to its earliest failure after about 38 years. This indicates the need for measures to prevent rapid performance degradation in the middle of the landfill's service life and to strengthen monitoring of performance indicators and environmental medium pollution in the later period (after 62 years) to respond to potential scrapping and pollutant leakage problems. Differences in construction quality and regional climate can cause differences in the lifespan of landfill facilities by up to 20 and 30 times, highlighting the importance of scenario-based failure and lifespan prediction for designing reasonable monitoring plans and preparing response measures to prevent potential groundwater pollution and to meet the sudden increase in demand for secondary waste disposal.

Selecting the Suitable Landfill Location for Efficient Waste Management in Udham Singh Nagar District, Uttarakhand: A Geospatial and Multi-Criteria Approach

The effective management process of solid waste is a pressing concern in Udham Singh Nagar district, where approximately 245 metric tons of waste is generated daily. To address this issue, it is essential to identify suitable landfill sites. This research aims to identify optimal sites for waste disposal in the district by combining the capabilities of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) techniques. A total of ten key factors were evaluated and prioritized according to their respective significance. A comprehensive analysis was conducted using theses parameters, including distance from road networks, rivers, railroads, sensitive area, geology, slope, elevation, population density, soil and land use/land cover (LULC). The study area was categorized into four suitability zones: high, moderate, low, and very low, representing 43.22%, 16.09%, 28.16%, and 12.53% of the area, respectively. The locations were selected based on the optimal distances considered for efficient waste management. The final results were validated using a receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve, which utilized a randomly selected set of 50 potential landfill site locations. The analysis demonstrated good accuracy, with the area under the curve (AUC) indicating that 84% of the results effectively validated the spatial analysis. To achieve sustainable solid waste management, planners should consider implementing alternative strategies such as source reduction, composting, sanitary landfills, and public awareness programs. The resulting map provides potential sites for landfilling waste, which can aid urban planners and authorities in implementing effective urban waste management strategies.

FP8.3 - Reducing Waste with Remanufactured Harmonic Devices

Abstract The NHS produces an estimated 590,000 tonnes of waste per annum and disposable harmonic scalpels are costly both financially and environmentally. The average cost of a new harmonic device nationally is £460. Remanufactured harmonic devices are not only recommended by the Intercollegiate Green Theatre Checklist and NHS England but also the Department of Health Med Tech Strategy. North Bristol NHS Trust has engaged with the initiative from Vanguard to reduce clinical waste as well as utilise remanufactured harmonic devices. Initially the project began in January 2023 with collecting used devices only, but this was followed by the rollout and use of remanufactured devices within colorectal surgery in May 2023. The initiative has resulted in a reduction of clinical waste produced as well as a significant cost saving. 56 devices used so far in colorectal surgery have saved £12,880 and the estimated CO2 saving is 97 kilograms. There have been no incidents regarding the use of remanufactured devices or concerns raised. The project’s success has resulted in recent expansion into gynaecological surgery where the first remanufactured devices are in use. Based on previous harmonic device usage within NBT of 618 per annum, projected savings of using remanufactured devices are likely to reach £71,070 and half a tonne of CO2 in the next year. This represents a significant financial and environmental initiative to continue the drive to reduce disposable waste within surgical theatres.

Upcycling of Waste Materials for the Development of Triboelectric Nanogenerators and Self‐Powered Applications

AbstractTriboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) hold immense potential as sustainable energy sources, with waste materials serving as promising materials for their fabrication. Nearly 270 million tons of waste is produced yearly, most of which remains unrecycled. TENGs can utilize this wide range of waste to convert mechanical energy to electrical energy while providing a solution for the global issue of plastic waste. On the other hand, the enormous demand for wearable electronics and the Internet of Things (IoT) trigger the development of self‐reliant energy sources. Currently, TENGs are one of the preferred choices as they are easy to design and generate high output. In this regard, TENGs are promising for utilizing waste materials, particularly for self‐powered or energy‐autonomous applications. This review focuses on utilizing waste materials from diverse sources, including biowaste, household waste, medical, laboratory, pharmaceutical, textile, electronic waste (e‐waste), and automotive waste for TENG development. Different waste materials are detailed for their potential as materials for TENGs, their availability, and recycling methods. The review also highlights the applications of TENGs fabricated from waste materials. Finally, the challenges, limitations, and future perspectives of using waste materials for TENG fabrication are discussed to motivate further advances.

EP474 - Recycling Theatre Waste: A Quality Improvement Project

Abstract Background Theatre waste recycling is a crucial aspect of sustainable theatre production. Staff are usually under time pressure to empty and clean the theatre. This quality improvement project (QIP) aims to assess and reduce waste-related cost and carbon footprint by improving the proportion of waste recycled. Methods A retrospective review of the waste data and related cost for main theatres in Nottingham City Hospital (NCH) in 2022 was audited. A quick guide for waste disposal and recycling was made with the help of environmental department and was disseminated to the theatre staff electronically and physically. Data was reaudited for February to March 2023 post intervention. Results 86.6 tons of waste was generated from the main theatres in NCH in 2022 and 18.4% of the waste was recycled. Monthly proportion of waste recycled ranged from 9.3% (January 2022) to 35.0% (December 2022). The proportion of waste recycled for February and March was 36.7% and 26.4% respectively. Conclusion The findings of this QIP demonstrate the potential for significant improvements in theatre waste recycling rates, which can lead to reduced cost and carbon footprint. The use of a quick guide for waste disposal and recycling proved to be an effective intervention in improving recycling rates among theatre staff. This QIP highlights the importance of promoting sustainable practices in the theatre industry, and the necessity to sustain the effort to maintain the impact.

Catalytic gasification as a management strategy for wastes from pecan harvest

More than 60,000 tons of waste from Carya illinoinensis, known as pecan, are produced yearly in Mexico. Usually, these wastes are either open-cast disposed of or burned, causing environmental issues. An alternative to combustion is gasification, which transforms biomass into syngas and ash. Using a catalyst can improve the gasification reaction since it allows for better heat transfer in the reactor. In this work, a gasification process catalyzed by a clinoptilolite was evaluated as a method of pecan waste management. A fixed bed gasifier in batch mode with a reaction volume of 1 kg was considered. Gasification with 8 % zeolite presented the shortest reaction time (39 min) and the highest average flow of synthesis gas (0.779 m3/5 min). The environmental impact was evaluated through a life cycle assessment considering two scenarios: conventional and catalyzed gasification (2, 4, 6, and 8 % of zeolite). In the former, the gasification stage induces the largest potential impact (>95 %) in all the categories, and global warming is the most affected category (>90 %). In the second scenario, gasification (82 %) and zeolite production (16 %) stages are the main potential impact inducers; global warming is also the most affected category (85 %). Considering the experimentation and environmental assessment, gasification with 8 % zeolite was selected for the next stage. Regarding economic feasibility, it was found that a pilot-scale gasification processing 1000 kg of pecan waste becomes feasible if gas is either sold or used to produce electricity.

Pemberdayaan Masyarakat melalui Pelatihan Pembuatan Kerajinan Tangan Dari Bahan Rosok

Waste is a very crucial problem in Indonesia, from organic waste to non-organic waste. According to data presented by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, it is shown that Indonesia produces more than 67 million tons of waste every year, most of which is still not managed properly. This can hurt the environment, public health, and overall quality of life. Seeing these problems, a more innovative and environmentally friendly solution is needed to manage waste in Tegowangi Village. One solution that can be implemented is the Rosok Alms Movement. This activity aims to provide new skills in processing rosok waste into economically valuable crafts and also to reduce the amount of waste produced, but also to empower the community through training in making handicrafts from rosok materials. The method or approach used in this training is the ABCD method or Asset-Based Community Development, where this method is a sustainable empowerment method that is based on the assets, strengths and potential of the community. The targets of this training are housewives and Muslim women from Tegowangi village. The result of this training is a bag made from plastic cups that have been wrapped using colored rope and put together to form a bag. Apart from that, there are also bags made from coffee sachet wrappers that are woven to form a bag.