In an effort to create a greener and more sustainable campus environment, Telkom University continues to develop various Green Campus-based programs. One of the efforts made is implementing a trash can separation system according to criteria and the use of incinerators to manage non-recyclable waste. Both of these approaches aim to reduce negative impacts on the environment, increase awareness of campus residents, and minimize carbon footprints.

Separating Trash Cans According to Criteria: The First Step in Waste Management
Separation of waste according to type, such as organic, inorganic, paper, and hazardous materials (B3), is one of the important pillars in sustainable waste management. At Telkom University, trash bins that are separated according to criteria facilitate the waste processing process in the next stage.

Organic Waste: This type of waste includes food scraps, leaves, and other organic materials. This waste can be processed into compost which is useful for enriching the soil and supporting greening programs on campus.

Inorganic Waste: Waste such as plastic, metal, and glass are collected separately for the recycling process. This separation helps reduce the amount of waste that must be disposed of in landfills and supports a circular economy by turning waste into new products.

Paper Waste: Used paper from lectures, assignments, and administrative activities is collected separately for recycling. By sorting paper waste, the campus can reduce the amount of tree felling needed for the production of new paper.

B3 Waste (Hazardous and Toxic Materials): Hazardous waste such as batteries, medicines, and chemicals must be separated and managed specifically to prevent environmental pollution. This separation is important to protect soil, water, and air from toxic substances.

Use of Incinerator Machines in Waste Management
After waste separation is carried out, there are several types of waste that cannot be recycled and require further processing. This is where the role of the incinerator machine is very important. This machine functions to burn waste at high temperatures so that the volume of waste can be drastically reduced. Waste that is burned in incinerators is generally inorganic waste and hazardous waste that cannot be recycled or processed using conventional methods.

Waste Volume Reduction: Combustion in an incinerator turns waste into ash, which is much smaller in volume. This helps reduce the amount of waste that must be disposed of in landfills.

Hazardous Waste Processing: Incinerator machines can also burn hazardous waste, including medical waste or hazardous chemicals, so that this waste does not pollute the environment. With high combustion temperatures, hazardous substances can be safely destroyed.

Efficiency in Waste Management: The use of incinerator machines at Telkom University is part of a strategy to manage waste more efficiently. Although not all waste can be burned, waste processing through an incinerator ensures that waste that cannot be recycled is still managed safely.

Integrated Benefits of Waste Segregation and Incinerator Use
Combining waste segregation and incineration provides many benefits to the campus environment and beyond:

A Cleaner Environment: Proper waste segregation allows for more efficient recycling, reducing the amount of waste that must be burned or disposed of. This contributes to a cleaner environment, both on and off campus.

Reduced Carbon Emissions: By reducing the burning of recyclable inorganic waste, carbon emissions from the incineration process can be reduced. The use of incinerators that are limited to waste that cannot be further processed ensures that the campus’ carbon footprint remains minimal.

Environmental Awareness Among Academics: This initiative also plays a significant role in raising awareness among campus residents about the importance of responsible waste management. Students, faculty, and campus staff are increasingly encouraged to separate waste properly and support campus environmental programs.

Efficient Landfill Space: With less waste volume, landfills will not fill up as quickly. This gives the waste management system more time to better manage waste.

Telkom University Towards a Sustainable Campus
With the trash separation program and the use of incinerator machines, Telkom University continues to strengthen its steps towards a greener and more sustainable campus. This initiative not only has a positive impact on the campus environment, but also becomes a model that can be followed by other institutions in managing waste in a more responsible and sustainable manner.

Telkom University is committed to continuing to develop environmentally friendly practices that not only support the preservation of nature, but also create a healthier and more comfortable learning environment for the entire academic community. Steps like these prove that small changes, such as proper waste separation and waste management, can have a big impact on a better environmental future.