Plastic Waste Turns into Furniture in Bali, One Chair Equivalent to 2,000 Bags

"In my opinion, this is a very good example of innovation and creating livelihoods. It is interesting to see how this business has developed from a small scale with a good business model," said Casandra.

Preventing Pollution from Rivers

Garbage collection in rivers is one of the pollution control practices learned by the delegates. This approach is in line with the message of the Minister of Environment/Head of Environmental Management Agency (BPLH) Moh Jumhur Hidayat when opening IWC-11, Monday (19/10/2026).

"We must stop pollution at its source, whether in urban areas, industry or rivers, before it reaches coastal and marine ecosystems," stressed Jumhur.

Apart from managing plastic waste, the delegation studied marine conservation strategies at the Coral Triangle Center Visitor Center. They also visited conservation activities with mangrove keepers and the Turtle Conservation and Education Center.

In mangrove conservation activities, learning includes the role of coastal ecosystems in protecting coastlines, maintaining biota habitat, and supporting community livelihoods.

Meanwhile, a visit to the turtle conservation center introduces rescue, care and education activities to protect these animals.

According to KLH/Environmental Management Agency (BPLH), community involvement and local knowledge are important parts of the environmental management practices that the delegation learned. This approach is combined with science and innovation in waste processing.