Zero Waste Campaign Through Training in Candle Making from Used Cooking Oil
Keywords:
household waste management, used cooking oil, environmental sustainabilityAbstract
Waste has become a pressing global issue that requires serious attention, including in Indonesia. Household waste management remains a major challenge, and one type of waste that is often overlooked is used cooking oil. Frequently perceived as worthless waste, used cooking oil is usually discarded without further consideration. However, improper disposal of used cooking oil can cause significant negative impacts on the environment. In response to this issue, an initiative was carried out to not only reduce waste but also provide creative and sustainable solutions. The program aimed to raise public awareness about individual responsibility in managing waste while equipping participants with practical skills to process it. The approach adopted was Participatory Action Research (PAR), which emphasizes community empowerment to address practical needs, solve local problems, develop knowledge, embrace diversity, and facilitate social change. The training generated strong enthusiasm from community members, including children who actively participated in practicing how to process used cooking oil waste under guidance. Through this activity, participants gained valuable new skills in processing used cooking oil, skills that enable them to reuse the oil in more environmentally friendly ways or even develop it into a potential business opportunity.
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