The Indonesian Ministry of Environment has imposed a strict ban on the use of small-scale incinerators, especially if they operate without adhering to environmental standards. Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq emphasized that such practices are dangerous to health and nature: burning at temperatures below 1850°C releases dioxins and furans—poisonous particles that cannot be filtered by masks. These particles accumulate in the body and can cause serious illnesses, including cancer and immune disorders.
The minister noted that such installations in small towns and tourist areas, including Bali, pose a direct threat and could damage the region’s reputation. As an alternative, he mentioned waste sorting and recycling, as well as the development of modern Waste to Energy systems. This technology, approved by President Prabowo Subianto, allows waste to be converted into energy at high temperatures under strict control.
In this context, the authorities of Mataram City (Lombok) assured that their incinerator meets environmental requirements: it burns only sorted plastic, emissions are controlled, and toxic waste (B3) is not processed there. The processing volume does not exceed 1000 tons per day, which does not require the mandatory connection of a Continuous Emission Monitoring System (CEMS), but according to officials, air quality is maintained at a high level.
Thus, Indonesia is prioritizing long-term environmental safety: moving away from primitive burning and focusing on proven technologies that can protect human health and preserve nature.
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