Sustainable Batik Waste Management in Giriloyo: Integrating Circular Economy for Environmental and Economic Gains
Keywords:
Batik Industry, Cleaner Production, Circular Economy, Wastewater ManagementAbstract
The traditional batik industry, though culturally vital and economically empowering, generates significant environmental pollution through the discharge of untreated wastewater containing synthetic dyes, heavy metals, and organic pollutants. This study aims to develop a sustainable waste management model for Giriloyo Batik Village by integrating cleaner production and circular economy principles to reduce environmental impacts and improve local livelihoods. Using a participatory approach, the research involved community mapping, the design and implementation of low-cost wastewater treatment systems (including phytoremediation and natural coagulants), and the establishment of creative recycling businesses utilizing batik waste. Results show a reduction of key pollutants COD by 83.7%, BOD by 88.2%, TSS by 88.0%, and Pb by 90.6% while generating new income streams and jobs, particularly for women-led enterprises. The model also demonstrated strong social adoption, with 85% of artisans embracing cleaner practices. These outcomes confirm that low-cost, community-based environmental innovation is both feasible and replicable in similar batik centers such as Laweyan, Lasem, Trusmi, and Pekalongan. This study contributes a novel, scalable framework for sustainable heritage industry practices, offering not just pollution control but also climate-aligned economic transformation. As a UNESCO-recognized craft, batik must evolve sustainably and Giriloyo shows that grassroots innovation can lead that evolution.
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