05 June 2025
World Environment Day 2025 under the theme “Ending Plastic Pollution” reminds us that protecting the earth is a shared responsibility. Through an Enviro Talk discussion session entitled “Real Action for Our Earth”, Insan Harita organized a joint movement to stop plastic pollution.
The discussion, which was packaged in a casual yet contained vibe, was held at Cafe Kahyangan, an employee mess complex of PT Trimegah Bangun Persada Tbk (TBP), one of Harita Nickel's business units. Three internal speakers from the company shared knowledge about environmental management practices in their respective workplaces.
Alam Firdausi, Environmental Superintendent, opened the discussion by explaining the hierarchy of waste management and its impact on the environment.
He introduced the circular economy concept, referencing William McDonough’s Cradle to Cradle framework. This model advocates for resource use in production processes that avoids waste generation by reintegrating materials into sustainable cycles.
“If we fully embrace the circular economy, waste will no longer be an issue in the future. All materials can be managed and repurposed instead of being disposed of,” he explained.
In alignment with this, Mokhamad Rifai, Mine Reclamation Superintendent, addressed the key theme of plastic waste. He emphasized the challenges posed by plastic’s slow degradation and potential toxicity, encouraging public understanding of plastic types through packaging symbols.
Rifai cited the risks associated with reusing mineral water bottles repeatedly due to potential chemical leaching when exposed to heat. He also highlighted Indonesia’s position as the world’s second-largest contributor to ocean plastic pollution.
Accordingly, he urged participants to adopt the principles of refuse, reduce, reuse, and recycle in their daily lives. He shared practical examples, such as repurposing used plastic bottles as tissue holders or biofilters in the company’s waste treatment facilities.
Additionally, M. Saifullah Nijar, Senior Environment Compliance Engineer, shared the team’s experience in organic waste management. He outlined a straightforward composting approach that utilizes existing equipment and materials.
Saifullah attributed the program’s success to active collaboration across stakeholders, stating, “We produce compost from organic waste collected from kitchen leftovers at the canteen. The compost is primarily used as fertilizer in public areas such as offices and places of worship.”
On this year's Environment Day (HLH), Harita's employees reaffirmed their commitment to implement business practices that promote environmental and social sustainability.
In addition to TBP, other business units also organized various events to celebrate HLH. Among others, Harita Mengajar on plastic waste management will target school students in Kawasi Village, waste cleanup around the beach, and the annual Obi Fishing Tournament which will be held in mid-June.
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