Indonesia is one of the world’s largest contributors to marine plastic debris. However, Responsibilities for waste management between different levels of government remain unclear, leading to weak enforcement of regulations. Based on their work in the PISCES project, Dr Iacovidou and Dr Gerassimidou recommend:
· A location specific analysis to identify suitable social and material-based interventions to drive change,
· Clarify roles and responsibilities among national, regional, and local authorities to facilitate cohesive policy implementation,
· Establish enforcement mechanisms for compliance with existing regulations,
· Invest in capacity-building programs for local governments to improve technical expertise in waste management,
· Launch public education campaigns to raise awareness of plastic waste issues and promote responsible consumption, and
· Establish comprehensive, measurable metrics for monitoring plastic waste management performance in Indonesia. Read the full brief here: Shaping Policies to Combat Plastic Pollution in Indonesia
Cite: Iacovidou, Eleni; Gerassimidou, Spyridoula (2025). Shaping Policies to Combat Plastic Pollution in Indonesia. Brunel University London. https://doi.org/10.17633/rd.brunel.28524008