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    The Multipronged Approach of Solid Waste Management Toward Zero Waste to Landfill Site: An Indonesia and Thailand Experience
    (2023-01-01) ;
    As’ad, Sholihin
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    Potipituk, Chantamon
    The zero-waste term in municipal solid waste management has been the utopian objective of every waste management authority in the cities in developing countries, even though it comes with different perceptions, which are sometimes misguided. People can produce no waste unless they live with no consumption. The zero-waste term does not mean that we produce no waste, rather we dump no waste at the landfill site. It means we dispose of nothing at a landfill site since the issue of landfill site can be a culprit of waste management, for its reiterating city land demands that generate “headaches” to city authority because of NIMBYism (Not In My Back Yard issue). No one accepts living voluntarily next to a landfill site as it creates more harm than harmless. With zero waste at the landfill site in mind, the waste management authority attempts to deal with the complexity of municipal solid waste management, by reviving each element of the waste management stakeholders to concertedly move on to deal with waste. Individual households and communities, without which waste management will not be successful, were positioned as the main thrust of waste management. A multipronged approach was implemented with all stakeholders, i.e., lawmakers, regulators, waste producers, implementers, and pressure groups, appearing with different functions but a common point: zero waste at the landfill site. A stakeholder with a large capacity, i.e., local government focuses on creating a large project that has a large impact on overall waste management; private sectors may contribute to establishing recycling centers, and waste-to-energy projects. Meanwhile, the individual households, which are large in number but have a small capacity, establish community-based activities, i.e., waste banks. This chapter attempts to provide the overall picture of municipal solid waste management in 14 cities in developing countries toward their goal of zero waste at landfill sites.
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    Innovative engineering strategies leveraging natural resources for sustainable development
    (2026-01-01) ;
    Potipituk, Chantamon
    This chapter explores the integral role of sustainable engineering in promoting sustainable development. The paper underscores the importance of using natural resources responsibly to mitigate environmental impact and enhance long-term resource availability. Key strategies for efficient resource utilization are highlighted, focusing on optimizing processes and implementing advanced technologies to reduce waste and increase energy efficiency. Sustainable engineering practices are examined, including life cycle assessment and eco-design, to evaluate and minimize the environmental impacts of engineering solutions. The study also delves into renewable energy technologies and the circular economy model, advocating for the recycling and reusing of materials to sustain natural resources. Innovative approaches such as biomimicry and green engineering are discussed, emphasizing how they can lead to sustainable product development. Through case studies and real-world examples, the paper illustrates successful implementations of these strategies, providing a roadmap for engineers and policymakers to contribute to a more sustainable future. Ultimately, the research demonstrates that sustainable engineering is crucial for achieving sustainable development goals and ensuring the judicious use of natural resources. The findings present a compelling argument for integrating sustainability into engineering practices to foster a more resilient and environmentally friendly global economy.