MAN 1 Medan Scores Gold in Japan with Innovation from Free Nutritious Meal Waste
A research team from MAN 1 Medan bagged a gold medal at the Japan Design, Idea and Invention Expo (JDIE) INNOPA WIIPA 2026 in Osaka, Japan (July 1–7, 2026). They did a research project called GREEN, turning fruit peel waste from the Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) into eco-bricks and eco-friendly roof tiles. The innovation was considered top-notch in environmental sustainability-lightweight, durable, and waterproof.
According to the mentor, the research came about from noticing all the fruit peel waste-stuff like banana, orange, watermelon, papaya, and melon-from the MBG program. The waste was dried, ground up, then mixed with clay, cement, and a natural adhesive before being molded. This work shows the circular economy potential of a public policy.
The principal of MAN 1 Medan, Reza Faisal, expressed gratitude and pride for an achievement that proves madrasah students can compete globally. He hopes this win motivates young Indonesians to keep innovating and creating stuff for the nation's progress.
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