The Role Of The Environmental Department In Controlling Coconut Husk Waste: A Legal And Administrative Analysis In East Kotawaringin Regency

Abstract

East Kotawaringin Regency generates 2.024,519 tons of coconut husk waste annually, primarily managed through open burning and water disposal. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Environmental Department’s (DLH) role in waste control using a normative-empirical approach. Results show that despite Regent Regulation No. 29 of 2022, DLH’s performance remains ineffective. Key barriers include limited institutional capacity, non-integrated budgets, weak coordination, and vast geographical challenges. Enhanced regional policies are essential to optimize waste governance and achieve good environmental governance.