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Analisis Dampak Sampah terhadap Kebersihan Lingkungan di Wisata Pantai Cemara Lombok Barat
Summary
A study of Cemara Beach in Lombok, Indonesia found that trash—especially plastic—is piling up because people don't have easy access to bins, aren't taught about proper disposal, and rules aren't enforced. This matters beyond just an ugly beach: plastic waste that ends up in the ocean breaks down into microplastics that can enter the seafood we eat, while polluted beaches also hurt local economies that depend on tourism. The researchers suggest solutions like "Zero Plastic Tourism" programs and better waste facilities, showing that community involvement is key to fixing the problem.
This study examines the impact of waste on environmental cleanliness in the Cemara Beach tourism area, West Lombok. The research is motivated by the increasing volume of waste, particularly plastic waste, as a result of tourism activities, which threatens coastal ecosystems and sustainability. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach, with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. Informants include local traders and visitors. The findings reveal that waste accumulation is primarily caused by low environmental awareness among the community and tourists, limited waste management infrastructure, and weak supervision and law enforcement. The impacts are both ecological and socio-economic, including decreased environmental quality, marine pollution, reduced tourism attractiveness, and lack of collective responsibility among stakeholders. The study emphasizes the need for collaborative and participatory waste management strategies involving government, local communities, and tourists. Programs such as “Zero Plastic Tourism,” improved waste facilities, and consistent environmental education are recommended to support sustainable tourism development and environmental preservation.