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If there are religious activities such as prayers, traditional ceremonies, and others, there must be a lot of garbage scattered around. This is due to the lack of facilities and public awareness. To overcome this problem, we can use the 3R principle in waste management.
3R (reuse, reduce, recycle). The first, reduce, this means that we reduce products that have the potential to become waste. For example, we can use a bowl as a place for flowers that will be used for prayer and no longer use plastic to wrap sokasi. Next, reuse, reuse is reusing products that have been used. For example, we can reuse used drink bottles as water containers. But remember, the bottles must be washed clean.
Lastly, recycle, which is recycling waste into useful items. For example, processing organic waste into compost and processing flower waste into aromatherapy incense.
Now, let's start implementing this processing method together. Our waste, our responsibility. +
Waste generally comes from human activities. To deal with waste from religious ceremonies, we can develop our creativity. Previously, sort the waste into 2 large parts, namely organic and inorganic. Then utilize the waste into something useful and even have economic value. For example, by collecting plastic waste with Plastic Bank Indonesia, which is a non-profit organization that works on the plastic waste problem. Since 2019-2023, a number of residents from various circles and communities have proven this by recording 50,000,000 kg of plastic waste. This collaboration, apart from solving the plastic waste problem, is also a source of income. Then, organic waste that comes from leftover offerings, such as flowers, fruit, coconut leaves and leaves, can be used to make ecoenzymes. A stakeholder stated that 40-50% could handle organic waste at one of the temples in Denpasar, Bali. Apart from that, it can also be used as compost, by making a hole in the ground, putting the rubbish in, then covering it and making a gap for rainwater/insects to enter. Leave it for 3-4 weeks. +
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Bali, as a Hindu-majority island, has a very dense religious tradition. Religious ceremonies are an integral part of Balinese life. The high frequency of ceremonies in Bali, be it daily, weekly, monthly, or annual ceremonies, causes the production of canang waste to increase in large quantities. The head of the Department of Environment (DLH) of Karangasem I Nyoman Tari revealed that the volume of waste in Karangasem increased by 25 percent from the previous Galungan. In fact, an increase in waste has occurred since the H-2 Galungan ceremony.
In each ceremony, an offering in the form of canang is used. A canang is a small container containing various types of flowers, leaves, rice, and other items offered to the gods. After the prayer is over, the material will be just organic waste. So, there needs to be an effort to manage the waste so that it can be utilized to become useful goods. The first step that could be taken is to create a special dump for church waste in the form of litter. The waste that has accumulated is then processed into a particle board. +
There is more and more garbage now, because human activities are very dense. We must be wise in reducing waste, in my opinion about reducing waste from religious activities, so the way to reduce waste is as follows:1. Reduce the use of plastic bags, 2. facilitate trash cans, 3. separate organic waste and inorganic waste, 4. carry out cleaning activities with the surrounding community, 5. when there is a odalan in the batur temple, 6. give a warning so that pemedek does not throw garbage, 7. and make posters so that the community or people who pray in pure batur know the prohibition not to litter +
Besakih Village, a sacred and beautiful village, is located at the foot of Mount Agung. Every day, the Hindu community here performs several religious ceremonies at the temple, as an expression of gratitude to God Almighty, nature and their ancestors. This ceremony is always decorated with various offerings, flowers, coconut leaves and fruits. However, at the end of the sacred ceremony, there is a problem that is often forgotten, namely garbage.
After the ceremony is over, wilted flowers, dry leaves and leftover food become organic waste that must be managed quickly. This is where the struggle of the Besakih Village waste management team begins. They work with dedication to preserving the sanctity of nature while ensuring that the waste from families and temples is managed properly.
Every day, garbage trucks circle the village, visiting every house and place of worship, collecting organic and inorganic waste. Not only from homes, but also from temples that contribute waste from daily offerings. This waste is transferred to TPS3R, namely the Waste Processing Site, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
At TPS3R, the team is very diligent in grouping organic and inorganic waste. Organic waste, especially flowers and leaves, is processed into compost, then inorganic waste is separated according to type for recycling. This journey is not easy, but this team works tirelessly, in order to preserve the environment while maintaining the spiritual values that are very well known by Hindus here.
The benefit of diligently taking on this job is compost which will then be reused to become soil, plant trees and maintain a beautiful environment. This effort is part of a life cycle that is interrelated from utilizing nature to returning benefits to nature.
With the spirit of mutual cooperation and remembering the importance of preserving nature, the waste management unit team in Besakih Village continues to fight. It does not only collect garbage, but also maintains harmony between humans, nature, and spirituality. It is just an unknown hero, which works every day so that Besakih Village remains sacred and clean, maintaining the balance of life and nature.
From home, from temples, to TPS3R - all are part of a sacred effort to protect our nature.
Om Swastiastu +
Om Swastiastu +
Om swastiastu
Plastic waste
Plastic waste is a threat to environmental sustainability. Because of that
the need for awareness throughout the body not to throw away plastic waste. Plastic or inorganic waste is different from
easily digestible organic waste.
Plastic waste takes ten minutes to wait
hundreds of years until the plastic waste melts.
If the plastic waste is burned, this is not a good method, because it will produce a pattern that can be dangerous to health. Apart from that, you also have to pay careful attention to what is plastic, what is not plastic, and what is organic waste. All inorganic waste should be collected at landfills. Organic waste can be processed into compost.
With these problems, it is appropriate for all individuals to be more aware of maintaining a clean environment by not throwing away plastic waste +
Plastic waste is an item that is no longer used, plastic waste that is very damaging to the environment of temples in Bali, for example, in the Kayangan Jagat temple which carries out a piodalan, for example, in the Besakih temple there is garbage that is ignored on the side of the road, in the Prayangan temple that is ignored, there is still plastic waste that is ignored, namely in the Panca Yadnya piodalan, such as in village temples throughout the island of Bali, let's all not use plastic so that temples that carry out piodalan do not have plastic waste, friends, all of whom should use things that do not damage the environment, for example organic waste. +
In Bali, Manusa Yadnya ceremonies are considered sacred rituals that embody religious teachings and cultural traditions throughout the course of human life. Ceremonies such as otonan (birthday ceremonies), tooth-filing (metatah), weddings, and other rites of passage fall under the category of Manusa Yadnya. However, in modern times, the use of plastic in Manusa Yadnya ceremonies has significantly increased, particularly in the packaging of offerings, ceremonial tools, and in bags for distributing food or other items.
This poses a significant challenge, as plastic is non-biodegradable and contributes to the growing amount of waste. I strongly feel that there must be tangible efforts to preserve the sanctity of Manusa Yadnya ceremonies without harming the environment. One way to achieve this is by using natural materials during ceremonies. Palm leaves, betel nut sheaths, and other natural materials like leaves can be used as alternatives to plastic in offerings or ceremonial tools.
To avoid being overwhelmed by plastic waste, the Balinese community must become more aware and proactive in maintaining the purity and sustainability of the environment. Cloth bags or bamboo baskets can serve as more sustainable alternatives during ceremonies. Additionally, implementing the "reduce, reuse, recycle" program in the preparation of offerings, especially by minimizing the use of plastic, is crucial.
I believe that through these small efforts, now and in the future, we can offer prayers to Ida Sang Hyang Widhi in a pure manner while preserving the environment. Plastic waste can be managed in Manusa Yadnya ceremonies if there is awareness and cooperation from the Balinese community. +
Om Swastiastu
As we know, after prayer processes or certain holidays, there will be a lot of rubbish strewn around the temple area, especially plastic waste and waste from prayer facilities. Therefore, in my opinion, after finishing prayer, we should dispose of plastic waste and prayer tools separately. So that later the waste can be useful, for example the collected plastic waste can later be exchanged for rice or money at the nearest waste bank. Meanwhile, prayer room waste can be used as organic fertilizer which can then be bought and sold or used to fertilize plants around the temple. That's all I can say, I end with Parama Santih
Om Santih Santih Santih om +
Religious ceremonial waste
Bali does not escape religious ceremonies which are held every day. This causes a lot of waste in the environment of the island of Bali, especially organic waste. Even though the Regional Governor of Bali has issued Bali Governor Regulation Number 47 of 2019 regarding waste processing, this is in accordance with the vision of Nangun Sat Kerthi Loka Bali. The factors that cause the large amount of waste on the island of Bali due to religious ceremonies, especially at temples, beaches and houses, include;
1. Lack of public awareness of waste processing methods,
2. Lack of firmness in temple rules,
3. Lack of awareness of the environmental sustainability of the place where the yajna or ceremony is carried out,
This causes a lot of rubbish to be scattered around and reduces the sustainability of sacred places and places for carrying out other ceremonies.
To respond to this, we as Balinese people must be able to strictly adhere to existing regulations, so that the preservation and cleanliness of holy places and other places is maintained. Apart from us as Balinese people, we also have to urge tourists to follow the existing regulations. The ways to overcome this include:
1. Conduct outreach to increase public insight, knowledge and awareness about how to handle and process waste, namely 3r (reduce, reuse, recycle)
2. Make TEBA MODERN a place to store organic waste so that it can be used as compost,
3. For temples that have monkeys or apes on guard, you might be able to use modern teba and also metal trash cans that are heavy enough, so they can't be forced open, thereby reducing rubbish strewn around.
4. Implementing the TRI BLACK KARANA concept,
5. Provide rubbish bins in the temple area,
6. Give warnings and even fines to people who violate waste disposal regulations. +
Have you ever seen litter scattered after a ceremony? How do you feel when you see such litter? That's what I often see after finishing prayers. Not only inside, but also in the middle courtyard and outer areas, all are filled with trash. I often see trash, especially plastic waste from offerings, scattered about, and it seems no one cares. Even though I know there have been instructions for a long time not to leave trash in the temple, I still see trash left behind.
I wonder, is that instruction still in effect? If we observe, nowadays many offerings and ceremonial equipment use plastic. It is indeed easier and more practical, but the waste, especially plastic, often ends up uncollected in its proper place. I haven't heard anyone refer to this as pollution.
If you pay attention, for the sake of maintaining environmental sustainability, we should perform ceremonies in a better way and reduce waste. There are several ways this can be done. First, providing trash bins at temples, as many people litter because there are no trash bins. Second, cleaning up the ceremony site after it ends. We should clean the site from any leftover trash. Organic waste can be used as compost, while plastic waste should be disposed of in designated places. Third, encouraging others to also participate in maintaining cleanliness during religious ceremonies.
Maintaining cleanliness during religious ceremonies is not only a responsibility but also a form of devotion to God Almighty and the universe. A good ceremony is not just about offering a lot of offerings but offering devotion from a sincere heart.
Let us together invite the Hindu community to perform ceremonies in a good and sustainable way. This is our form of devotion to the current and future generations. +
To reduce waste in religious activities, we should return to eco-friendly practices, such as using natural materials like leaves, bamboo, and flowers for offerings. These materials are biodegradable and help reduce plastic waste. We should also minimize the use of single-use plastics by replacing them with reusable cloth bags or other sustainable items. +
There are several ways we can do to reduce waste:
1. Reduce plastic use
2. Use environmentally friendly materials
3. Reduce food waste
4. Recycle and compost +
Preserving the environment has become a critical need in today’s world. If we do not take care of it, future generations will not have the same opportunities to benefit from nature. I make small efforts every day to give back to the environment that has given me so much. Though my actions are small, they contribute to a bigger cause. My ultimate goal is to leave a lasting impact for the next generation, ensuring that the earth remains clean and +
In my opinion, don't bring or use plastic as a container for flowers or offerings to reduce plastic waste in sacred places such as temples in Bali. Replace plastic with cloth bags for the containers if necessary and dispose of plastic or organic waste in its place. If you find plastic waste around you at temples or in other public places, pick it up and throw it away, don't be embarrassed to pick up other people's rubbish for the good of us and the mother earth, and help if there are people who are cleaning at the temple, help them pick up rubbish. Keep the cleanliness around us for the good of us all as living things. +
In my opinion, there are two ways to reduce waste in religious activities at temples, namely processing and handling. Waste reduction can be done in 3 ways or what is often called 3R (reuse, reduce, recycle). Meanwhile, waste handling can be done by processing waste systematically, starting from sorting, storing, collecting, transporting, processing, to final waste processing.
Ingredients in the form of: flowers, fruit, coconut and bamboo are served at every traditional ceremony. Waste processing, which is mostly organic waste, can be done by composting and making eco-enzymes. Apart from that, there is also other waste such as plastic and drink cans.
The behavior of people who use disposable products when going to temples still has a high potential. Therefore, there needs to be socialization regarding waste processing and waste processing facilities need to be provided. With these steps, it is hoped that it can reduce the accumulation of waste and its negative impacts, as well as increase public awareness regarding the importance of good waste processing. +
Pamedek or visitors are strictly prohibited from bringing or using plastic bags, plastic pipettes, styrofoam and other products made from single-use plastic. Pamedek who bring facilities are prohibited from throwing away +
