Waste Banks: A Solution to Indonesia's Waste Problem

What is the primary purpose of waste banks in Indonesia?

• To reduce the volume of waste sent to landfills

• To increase the amount of waste generated

• To promote the use of plastic

• To discourage recycling

How do waste banks in Indonesia assign value to non-organic waste?

• By weighing the waste and crediting a monetary value to the individual's account

• By estimating the waste's potential environmental impact

• By calculating the cost of transporting the waste

• By determining the waste's contribution to landfill size

What are the two main categories of waste that households in Indonesia are encouraged to separate?

• Organic and non-organic

• Plastic and metal

• Paper and glass

• Hazardous and non-hazardous

What is one of the benefits of participating in the waste bank system for residents?

• Earning financial rewards

• Increasing household waste

• Avoiding waste separation

• Contributing to larger landfills

What is a consistent principle of waste banks across different regions in Indonesia?

• Collect, save, earn, change behaviors, and enjoy a cleaner environment

• Increase waste production

• Discourage community involvement

• Focus solely on organic waste