The “put the bag outside the gate and forget about it” era is officially over. From 1 April 2026, Suwung landfill stopped accepting organic waste altogether. The dump will be fully closed by 1 August, but expats are already feeling the impact of the new rules.
For winterers and long-stayers, waste on Bali is no longer some distant eco agenda — it’s everyday reality. Waste collectors now work to a clear rule: no sorting, no collection. If mango peels in your bin are mixed with plastic, the bag will simply be left to rot on your doorstep.
Against this backdrop, demand for organic waste collection has increased. There are already several services on the island.
Urban Compost (an Urban Biologist Bali project)
The most popular service among expats for home use. They provide sealed containers and collect organic waste once a week. On request, they return finished compost for your garden.
Magi Farm
Innovators harnessing the power of nature. Here, waste is processed using black soldier fly larvae (BSF). They work with both private households and large restaurants.
ecoBali Recycling
They take everything: paper, plastic, glass and organics. Ideal for anyone who wants one vehicle to pick up everything. They also offer their own home composting systems.
Bali Waste Cycle
They provide professional waste collection and transport. They work with villas and businesses, ensuring the correct disposal chain so waste doesn’t end up in rivers.
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Ignoring the new rules won’t be an option. For dumping rubbish in the wrong place, the Badung authorities have introduced tough penalties. Offenders can be fined up to 25 million rupiah. The harshest measure is up to three months in prison.
The head of the municipal police, I Gusti Agung Ketut Suryanegara, confirmed the seriousness of the intentions. The first offenders have already been caught in Kuta and Legian. For now, they’ve been made to do a week of community service, but real court cases will start soon.
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