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Industrial development in Indonesia has significantly contributed to national economic growth; however, it also poses potential risks of environmental pollution when corporate waste management is not conducted properly. Environmental pollution resulting from corporate waste activities may cause harm to surrounding communities, including health problems, ecosystem degradation, as well as material and immaterial losses. In this context, the class action mechanism serves as a relevant legal instrument to collectively advocate for the rights of affected communities. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the class action mechanism in environmental pollution cases based on Decision Number 29/Pdt.G/2023/PN.Skh and to evaluate its effectiveness in providing legal protection and restoring the rights of affected communities. This research employs normative legal research using statute approach, case approach, and conceptual approach. The findings indicate that the class action mechanism in the aforementioned decision fulfilled the requirements of numerosity, commonality, typicality, and adequacy of representation as regulated under Supreme Court Regulation (PERMA) Number 1 of 2002. Procedurally, the class action proved effective in enhancing access to justice, ensuring judicial efficiency, and strengthening the protection of the constitutional right to a good and healthy environment. However, its substantive effectiveness remains dependent on the fulfillment of formal requirements, the quality of evidence presented, and the consistent application of environmental law principles by judges. Therefore, the class action mechanism constitutes an important instrument in environmental law enforcement, yet it requires consistent regulatory support and judicial practice to achieve optimal ecological justice.

Waste is a problem that needs attention because it can have a negative impact on the environment and human health. Medan City, including North Sumatra, has a waste management problem that has not been optimized. One of the landfills in Medan City is Terjun Landfill. Air pollution in the Terjun landfill area of Medan City is a serious problem that affects the quality of life of the surrounding community. This study aims to assess the community's perception of air pollution in the area, identify their level of awareness of the impact of air pollution, and assess community participation in pollution control efforts. The research method used is qualitative with data collection through interviews and direct observation to residents living around Terjun landfill. The results showed that the community is aware of air pollution from landfill activities, especially the unpleasant odor that is more pronounced at night and the smoke from burning waste that disturbs respiratory health. The community also considers that this air pollution has a negative impact on their health, such as respiratory problems and decreased quality of life.  

This study analyzes how actors and structures play roles in addressing environmental issues caused by waste transportation truck activities in Dukuh Promasan, Salatiga. The findings reveal that the local community is actively involved in collective efforts, such as cleaning the roads and reporting issues related to waste management. Although the community generally tends to be passive towards government policies, this research found that residents of Dukuh Promasan actively participate in mitigating the negative impacts of waste transportation, including problems related to noise, odor, scattered waste, and leachate. The study employs a qualitative descriptive method to examine the interactions among various actors, such as the Environmental Agency (Dinas Lingkungan Hidup), the Ngronggo landfill management, truck drivers, and the Dukuh Promasan community. It explores the social dynamics resulting from these interactions, particularly how community initiatives can influence waste management policies and practices. Moreover, the study identifies the challenges faced by the Environmental Agency in managing waste, such as limited funding and facilities, which negatively affect the efficiency of waste collection and processing. These findings highlight the necessity of policies that promote active community participation in waste management. This research is expected to provide insights into the relationship between community behavior and the waste management system, and to recommend a collaborative approach to enhance environmental sustainability in Dukuh Promasan.

Waste is a problem that often occurs in an area, one of which is the village of Tegal Sari Mandala I. Waste management that is not complex will create a problem for the village and will require innovative solutions to overcome the problem of waste in the village. The aim of this research is to identify waste management issues and the reasons why waste cannot be managed properly by the people of Tegal Sari Village. This research method uses a qualitative approach, sampling is carried out by interviewing information identified according to their identity and problems related to the area studied. Data analysis used in data reduction research, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The main cause of the waste problem in the village is that the local community's livelihood is scavengers and this causes large piles of rubbish to be piled up by the community, lack of public awareness of managing waste or sorting waste and turning it into a craft with economic value. This research can be used as a guide for villages that have similar problems, by utilizing participatory and innovative waste management in rural areas.