Article
Evaluation of Waste Collection Systems and Trader Participation in Traditional Market Waste Management at Anduonohu Market, Kendari City
Nusantara Engineering and Environment Journal, Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026), hlm. 31–37
Abstrak
Waste management in traditional markets has become an important environmental issue due to the high intensity of trading activities and the large amount of waste generated daily. Anduonohu Market in Kendari City faces several challenges, including waste accumulation, limited waste storage facilities, inadequate waste segregation practices, and an inefficient waste collection system. This study aimed to evaluate the technical aspects of the existing waste collection system and analyze the level of trader participation in waste management at Anduonohu Market, Kendari City, Southeast Sulawesi Province. This research employed a descriptive quantitative approach using field observations and questionnaires distributed to 55 respondents selected through random sampling. Data were analyzed using a Likert scale and descriptive percentage analysis. The results indicated that 54.55% of respondents agreed that the technical aspects of the waste collection system were functioning relatively well, although the system had not yet reached optimal performance. Trader participation showed a high level of positive responses, with 48.36% of respondents strongly agreeing that they are actively involved in maintaining market cleanliness. However, the existing waste management system remains inconsistent with SNI 3242:2008 and Government Regulation No. 81 of 2012, particularly in containerization, collection, processing, and final disposal. The findings also revealed a gap between trader perceptions and actual field conditions. Therefore, improvements in waste management facilities, implementation of waste segregation systems, strengthening supervision, and increasing trader awareness are necessary to establish a more effective and sustainable waste management system.