PENGELOLAAN SAMPAH BERBASIS 4R DAN TANGGUNG JAWAB MASYARAKAT DALAM MENJAGA LINGKUNGAN DI KOTA LHOKSEUMAWE

Abstract

The problem of waste as waste that continues to be produced not only by the industrial sector but also the household sector turns out to be a problem that is not only an environmental problem but also a social problem that has a long-term impact. Low public understanding and awareness then make the problem even worse. The habit of people who often litter and accumulate garbage in open areas will cause environmental pollution, especially soil which will then have an impact on the water content in the soil, blockages in waterways which can then cause disasters for the environment. To overcome this, waste management needs to be carried out comprehensively and integrated from upstream to downstream with a circular economy approach by the central government, local governments and the community, so as to provide economic benefits, healthy for the community, and safe for the environment. The application of the 4-R principle (reduce, reuse, recycle and replace) in waste management and encouragement to raise awareness of the dangers of waste must be instilled from an early age, especially in children and adolescents and society in general. The importance of 4R (reduce, reuse, recycle, replace) is very vital for the preservation of a clean and economical environment in Lhokseumawe City.