Minimize Plastic Waste, Banyuwangi Regency Urges Use of Bamboo Baskets for Qurbani Meat

The Banyuwangi Regency government is urging residents to cut down on plastic bag use when distributing Qurbani meat for Idul Adha. Regent Ipuk Fiestiandani is encouraging folks to switch to eco-friendly containers like bamboo baskets (besek), banana leaves, or teak leaves. “We want to get people used to limiting single-use plastics. Go for containers that can be reused many times,” she said. Acting Head of the Environmental Agency Bayu Hadiyanto added that Qurbani organizing committees within the regency government, mosques, and prayer rooms are expected to use natural wrappings. “Besek, banana leaves, teak leaves, even paper bags are more natural and reduce our reliance on plastic,” he explained. If plastic still gets used, it's recommended to pick ones that can be reused. The Environmental Agency also asks residents to bring their own containers from home when picking up Qurbani meat to cut down plastic waste. This move is seen as timely with the rising cost of plastic, so eco-friendly alternatives end up being cheaper and promote a cleaner, healthier environment. https://kabarbaik.co/minimalisir-sampah-plastik-masyarakat-banyuwangi-diimbau-bagikan-daging-kurban-dengan-besek-bambu/