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Microplastics are extremely small plastic particles that have become a major concern in public health and environmental studies. This literature review aims to discuss the sources of microplastics, their routes of exposure to the human body, their distribution in organs, and their potential health impacts. The method used was a literature review of scientific articles and reports published from 2021 onward, retrieved from Google Scholar, PubMed, ScienceDirect, and official websites of organizations such as the WHO, OECD, and the World Bank. The review findings show that microplastics originate from plastic waste, synthetic clothing, cosmetics, vehicle tires, and food packaging. These particles have been detected in blood, lungs, the placenta, feces, and various human tissues, indicating that human exposure is widespread. However, evidence from human studies is still limited, so cause-and-effect relationships cannot yet be confirmed with certainty. Based on these findings, further research is needed to better understand the long-term health effects of microplastics. In addition, efforts to reduce single-use plastics, improve waste management systems, and increase public education are essential to reduce exposure and prevent future health risks.

This community service was carried out at the Sebesi Island Coconut Brown Sugar Artisans Group, South Lampung Regency, which faced the problem of low product competitiveness due to the use of conventional plastic packaging that was simple, unattractive, and environmentally unfriendly. This topic was chosen because it is relevant to the issue of the plastic waste crisis and the urgency of implementing a circular economy in island regions that are vulnerable to environmental pollution. The objective of this activity was to improve the hard and soft skills of partners through the innovation of environmentally friendly packaging designs based on local materials, while also increasing the economic value of coconut brown sugar products. The community service was carried out using a participatory approach through socialization, training, co-design of packaging, and assistance with production and marketing for 40 partners consisting of brown sugar craftsmen, BUMDes administrators, and local natural material weavers. The results of the activity showed an increase in the partners' skills in product design and packaging, strengthening of soft skills in the form of confidence and marketing readiness, as well as an increase in the selling value and image of the product in the local market. This activity confirms that environmentally friendly packaging innovation based on local resources is an effective strategy in empowering MSMEs as well as implementing a circular economy at the village level.

The increasing consumption of plastic, particularly single-use packaging, has led to a significant rise in household plastic waste, which poses a potential threat to environmental sustainability. One type of waste that remains underutilized is metallic plastic packaging. This Community Service activity aimed to enhance community knowledge and skills in processing metallic plastic packaging waste into handicraft products with functional value and economic potential. The activity was conducted in collaboration with the Family Welfare and Empowerment Group (PKK) of Ngringo Village, Karanganyar, involving 15 participants. The methods employed included a preliminary survey, educational outreach, hands-on practical training, and continuous mentoring. The effectiveness of the program was evaluated using pre-test and post-test assessments analyzed through the normalized gain (N-gain) method. The results demonstrated an improvement in participants’ knowledge and skills following the training, with an average N-gain value of 0.68, which falls within the moderate-to-high category. These findings indicate that the metallic plastic packaging waste processing training was effective in enhancing community capacity. Furthermore, the activity not only contributed to reducing plastic waste generation but also promoted the implementation of circular economy principles.

This community service program aims to empower the community of Ujung Tanah District, Makassar City in circular economy-based waste management. Ujung Tanah District as a coastal area with high population density faces complex waste problems, especially waste that ends up in the sea and disrupts the coastal ecosystem. The activities were conducted in four urban villages, namely Ujung Tanah, Tabaringan, Pattingalloang, and Pattingalloang Baru, involving 120 households as direct participants. The implementation methods included socialization and education, waste sorting and processing training, establishment of Waste Banks, mentoring for recycled product creation, and marketing system development. The results showed a significant improvement in community knowledge about waste management, with average scores increasing from 45.2 to 82.6. Four active Waste Bank units were established with a total of 320 household customers. The managed waste volume reached 2.4 tons per month with an economic value of IDR 8,500,000 per month. Recycled products include ecobrick crafts, bags from plastic packaging, and compost fertilizer. This program successfully changed the community paradigm from dumping waste into the sea to managing waste as a source of income.

Increased production in the lubricant industry has become a significant issue because it generates production waste in the form of packaging, plastic, and paper waste as a direct consequence of manufacturing activities. Proper and systematic waste management is essential to reduce environmental impacts, comply with regulations, and support responsible and sustainable business practices. Lubricant production waste can damage the ecosystem and surrounding environment if not managed properly, so continuous innovation is needed to minimize environmental risks and reduce potential economic losses for the company. This study aims to analyze and implement effective waste management strategies using a combination of qualitative and quantitative approaches, including in-depth interviews with relevant stakeholders and analysis of secondary data obtained from company records. The waste management process begins with several waste reduction programs applied during the production stage to limit waste generation. Furthermore, the waste storage facility (TPS) available on the company’s premises, covering an area of 59 m², is capable of accommodating approximately 60% of the total waste that must be processed internally before further treatment or disposal.

Environmental issues are complex and increasingly important. This is also true in the industrial sector, particularly in the culinary industry. Currently, public awareness of environmental issues is increasing, leading consumers to consider eco-friendly factors in their daily lives. The concept of eco-friendliness in the coffee shop industry has become an increasingly popular trend. Especially in the food and beverage (F&B) industry, which plays a significant role in waste production, particularly plastic and food waste. Therefore, the concept of eco-friendly practices has emerged in the F&B industry. This can take the form of using environmentally friendly food ingredients, eco-friendly packaging, and the café concept itself, which conveys an eco-friendly image that can increase consumer purchasing interest. This is implemented by Fore Cafe and Coffee Galaxy Bekasi. This study aims to investigate how the eco-friendly concept is implemented and its impact on consumer purchasing interest at Fore Cafe & Coffee Galaxy Bekasi. The study employs a quantitative approach with a sample and population of 99 consumers of Fore Cafe & Coffee Galaxy Bekasi, selected randomly. The analysis uses validity tests, reliability tests, normality tests, and T-statistical test. The results of the research and data processing using SPSS version 25 showed that the Eco-Friendly concept had an effect on increasing consumer interest in purchasing Fore Cafe & Coffee Galaxy Bekasi, and certainly had a positive effect on environmental conditions.

Public awareness is needed to reduce the use of single-use plastics. One effort to reduce plastic waste is by replacing chemical-based materials with natural alternatives. This study aims to analyze the effect of beeswax thickness on the type of fabric used. A quantitative method was applied by measuring the thickness of each material sample with beeswax mass variations of 10 grams, 15 grams, and 20 grams. The results showed that blacu fabric with 15 grams of beeswax had a “very good” coating thickness. Blacu fabric with 10 grams of beeswax had a “good” thickness, while 20 grams resulted in a “fair” thickness. The thickness of the fabric material varied according to the beeswax mass and affected the coating uniformity of beeswax applied to the fabric surface.

Surya Indo Plastic is a pioneer company that provides exceptional quality recycled plastic food packaging for the food and beverage industry. Established in 2006 in Indonesia. The company wants to make a positive impact and contribute to protecting the environment by offering food packaging that contains 100 percent recycled plastic, which meets the highest quality and performance standards. The company works hard to accelerate the recycling of its products. Because every cup, every lid must make a difference. PT. Surya Indo Plastic is an example that packaging can be made sustainably, to prevent plastic waste from entering our environment. By raising awareness, supporting the circular economy, and encouraging individuals and companies to recycle. SIP's ambition is to provide the best quality food packaging made from sustainable recycled plastic materials while providing the best customer service. PT Surya Indo Plastic's goal is to make a difference in food packaging through innovation, responsibility, and collaboration. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of authentic leadership, organizational identity and employee engagement on job satisfaction and company performance at PT. Surya Indo Plastic in Sidoarjo. This study uses a quantitative method with primary data sources obtained from distributing questionnaires. The population of the study were employees of PT. Surya Indo Plastic in Sidoarjo. The selection of respondents was carried out using the saturated non-probability sampling method with a total of 208 respondents. The data analysis method used descriptive analysis and SEM-PLS analysis. The results showed that the variables of authentic leadership, organizational identity and employee engagement influenced job satisfaction and company performance of PT. Surya Indo Plastic in Sidoarjo.

One of the impacts of the growth of activities in the transportation sector is the disposal of rubber tire waste. The increasing number of motorized vehicles in society has caused an increase in tire waste. Especially in developing countries, the use of plastic bottles has become an inevitable and unavoidable necessity for society. Inadequate waste management and handling causes negative impacts on the environment, such as hazards to human health, to animal life, soil, water, and air pollution. The purpose of this study was to reduce environmental pollution by testing the compressive strength of concrete made with a mixture of waste. Experiments were conducted in the laboratory with concrete cylinder test objects with a diameter of 150 mm and a height of 300 mm. The proportion of waste mixture, Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET), Rubber Powder, Waste Metalized Film Food Packaging (WMFFP) to fine aggregate was 0%, 5%, and 10%, each variation. The test results showed a compressive strength of 17.62 MPa, 15.29 MPa, and 14.83 MPa at the percentage of waste mixture. From this data, it can be concluded that waste materials can be used as a substitute for sand in concrete.

The rapid development of e-commerce in Indonesia has a significant impact on the growth of the digital economy, but also presents major challenges related to environmental sustainability. This study aims to evaluate the environmental impacts caused by e-commerce activities, especially in terms of increasing plastic waste from single-use packaging, carbon emissions in logistics activities, and energy consumption from data centers. Through a literature study and descriptive analysis approach, this study highlights the large contribution of the e-commerce sector to the volume of domestic waste and the need for effective mitigation strategies. In addition to identifying existing challenges, this study also explores various sustainable practices, such as the use of environmentally friendly packaging, consumer education, and the development of low-emission logistics systems. The results of the study indicate that sustainability in e-commerce can only be achieved through collaboration between the government, business actors, and the community. Strict regulations, technological innovation, and increased consumer awareness are needed so that e-commerce can develop in line with the principles of environmental sustainability.    

Based on data from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), global coffee production reached 170 million bags per 60 kg of coffee during the 2022/2023 period. Indonesia is noted as one of the largest coffee-producing countries in the world in 2023. The plastic packaging waste from coffee shops is increasing, posing a potential threat to environmental sustainability, such as soil and water pollution. According to Bizhare Contributor in 2023, the Food and Beverage industry in Indonesia has already reduced plastic waste, but there are still plastic packaging, particularly for coffee beans, that cannot be replaced with environmentally friendly materials. From this, the problem of this research is "How is plastic pouch waste sorted in coffee shops and how is it processed to become selling goods?". This research aims to determine the sorting of coffee pouch plastic waste in coffee shops and the processing process to make it into selling goods. The data collected through interviews shows that from the various coffee shops that have mushroomed in Jakarta, there are also coffee shops that care about the environment by sorting plastic waste. This coffee shop, namely Brookland Coffee, participates in donating coffee pouch waste to Demibumi, the process of making coffee pouches Environmentally friendly by Demibumi starts with collecting coffee pouch waste, cutting off the top, and sewing the outside with patchwork, then attaching it with adhesive so it can be folded. The conclusions obtained by DemiBumi prove that concrete action can be taken to overcome this problem. The main conclusion from this issue is that even though it is a big challenge, efforts to manage plastic waste can be successful and have a positive impact on the environment as long as it is carried out carefully by the community, such as through education, awareness campaigns, and the development of innovative solutions to reduce the use of single-use plastics can be steps. significant step.  

This study examines the management of plastic waste into ecobricks through the collaboration of UIN Walisongo Real Work Lecture (KKN) students with SDN 2 Rowosari.  The purpose of this study is to describe the process of managing plastic waste into ecobricks and analyze the impact of collaboration on environmental awareness at SDN 2 Rowosari. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results show that the process of managing plastic waste into ecobricks involves the stages of collecting, washing, drying, and packaging plastic in bottles. The collaboration between KKN students and SDN 2 Rowosari proved effective in increasing the environmental awareness of students and teachers, as well as encouraging active participation in plastic waste management.  The development of the Ecobrick Garden as a result of this collaboration is expected to be an innovative and sustainable model of environmental learning.

Mineral water packaging waste which is not managed properly, causing environmental pollution. The focus of this service is to provide skills training to the community to process this waste into economically valuable products. The aim of this activity is to increase community awareness and skills in recycling mineral water packaging waste into handicraft items, to reduce environmental pollution and increase community income. Using a participatory approach, with direct training methods involving demonstrations and practice. The strategies used are: 1) Socialization regarding the impact of plastic waste, 2) Technical training on making craft products from mineral water packaging waste. The results of this activity are expected to make people more aware of the importance of managing plastic waste and have new skills in making craft products. The result is products such as bags, wallets and home decorations made from mineral water packaging waste, which can be sold to increase income. Apart from that, there is a reduction in plastic waste in the surrounding environment.

One non-organic waste that is used extensively in daily life is plastic, particularly for food packaging vendors and as a raw material for toy manufacturers. Waste will result from the vast amount of plastic that residents of Medan Krio use and discard after consumption. The goal of the research program's implementation is to enable locals to recycle waste materials to create valuable products. The village of Medan Krio Village has a high population density, which has led to the development of waste management issues. The village has traditionally disposed of waste by burning it and throwing it beside the street, which is why there is a garbage stench. which has a strong odor as a result of careless trash dumping. In light of this issue, Ecobricks may offer a way to lessen plastic waste and turn it into products with a positive economic impact. Method: PAR (Participatory Action Research), which is study that identifies issues and then offers potential solutions. Findings: The Ecobrick technique is being used in Medan Krio Village to make use of plastic waste. A recycling technique known as "ecobricks" uses plastic bottles that have been packed full of non-organic materials until they are extremely hard and dense.

As the times evolve and consumption rates increase, waste management has become one of the primary challenges faced by communities, particularly in the Rw 02 Gunungsari Surabaya area. In an effort to address the negative impacts of production and waste disposal, the city government, especially the Dinas Lingkungan Hidup Surabaya, has initiated the MBKM KZW ( Zero Waste Village ) as an innovative and sustainable solution. Zero Waste is not just a slogan, it is a lifestyle that teaches us to change consumption paradigms and appreciate natural resource. One of the main pillars of the Zero Waste movement is waste reduction. This involves awareness of the sources of waste around us and concrete steps to minimize it. From reducing the use of single-use plastics to choosing products with eco-friendly packaging, every small action has positive impact on the environment. The key to the success of the KZW program is collaboration and active involvement of various stakeholders. This is includes the Dinas Lingkungan Hidup Surabaya, the community of Rw 02 Gunungsari Surabaya, and students from the Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Surabaya, working together to reduce waste. Innovation in waste management needs to be encouraged. Adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle is not an easy task, but with awareness, education, and sustainable actions, we can collectively create positive change towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future. Zero Waste is not just about minimizing waste, it is also about maximizing our potential to live in harmony with nature.

This research aims to address the environmental pollution issue caused by plastic waste in Bantan Timur Village, Medan Tembung Subdistrict, by transforming plastic waste into a valuable product, namely seat cushions. The problem of waste has become a global challenge, especially with the increasing population and activities. The rise in waste leads to negative impacts on the environment, such as disease outbreaks, floods, and a decline in aesthetic value. In this context, this article proposes a solution through the Research and Development (R&D) research method to produce seat cushions from plastic waste. Plastic waste is processed through steps of washing, drying, cutting, and packaging. The product is expected to raise awareness about proper waste management, reduce environmental pollution, and have a positive economic impact. Making seat cushions from plastic waste serves as a practical example of sustainable waste management, involving ecological and social aspects. The results are anticipated to inspire similar efforts in other regions, creating creative and sustainable solutions to address environmental pollution issues.

Plastic is often used for various purposes in human life in very large quantities. From food packaging to automotive materials needs. Plastic is a very well-know material and is widely used as a material for making automotive components, besides metals, such as iron. The main problem with plastics is that they produce waste that doesn’t melt down naturally. It takes a very long time to produce all the plastic waste from the earth’s surface. Contolling the usse of plastic is becoming increasingly difficult, which will also cause air temperatures to be higher than usual, because the polymer has no [ores. Currently, actors must start reducing the use of plastic in their production. This is important to stop the high level of environmental pollution caused by plastic waste.  

This dedication is motivated by the abundance of used plastic waste packaging for jam bread in the RW IX area of Banyuanyar Village which has accumulated and is not utilized so that it becomes a problem for the local residents. The increase in plastic waste used for bread jam is due to the fact that bread jam is also used as an ingredient for toast that is sold. This ceremony aims to, in addition to reducing the accumulation of used solid waste packaging for jam bread, to increase the economic value of becoming cross-legged chairs that have artistic value and have a selling value. This service activity also intends to instill a creative spirit in the youth of RW IX, Banyuanyar Village in creating used plastic jam packaging by arranging used plastic cans in such a way as to form a cross-legged chair which is then decorated using knick-knacks that can cover the cans and become a chair that has artistic and economic value

The most frequently encountered non-organic waste issue is plastic bag waste which is widespread in society, even though plastic packaging is a material that is difficult to decompose or destroy. One simple activity that can be done to reduce plastic waste is to use paper bags. The process of making paper bags can use materials that are around us, such as waste paper. The activity carried out in community service is a socialization carried out in increasing the creative economic potential for the community in Bayung Gede Village, Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Bali Province, in October 2022. From the community service activities that have been carried out in Bayung Gede Village, it can be concluded that participants who take part in the training can increase the selling value of products by using the skills they have and can increase the economic value in Bayung Gede Village.

Hospital waste is waste generated from hospital activities. Indonesia is estimated to produce Hospital Medical Waste of 376,089 tonnes/day. So it is necessary to have efforts to manage solid medical waste in accordance with PERMENKES No. 7 of 2019. The purpose of this research is that the management of solid medical waste at Karya Medika Bantar Gebang Hospital can be carried out properly. This research method uses a descriptive research type method with a qualitative approach. The results of this study in waste management include human resources, facilities and infrastructure, policies that greatly influence the solid medical waste management process. There are still facilities and infrastructure that are not in accordance with PERMENKES No. 7 of 2019 because the trolly itself has not been equipped with a symbol and the color is not distinguished for medical waste and non medical waste trolleys which are still the same. The medical waste management process is in the form of appropriate sorting stages, appropriate container stages, inappropriate transportation stages because waste is still found scattered during transportation because waste exceeds ¾ plastic waste packaging, storage is not appropriate because there is no room temperature in storage, management by a third party is appropriate. The conclusion in terms of facilities and infrastructure, the process of transportation, storage is not in accordance with PERMENKES No. 7 of 2019. Suggestions for increasing training that is more specific to waste management so that officers can understand the waste management process properly and correctly according to the SPO that has been made.