DKI Jakarta Environmental Agency Urges Bamboo Baskets for Eid al-Adha Meat Distribution

DKI Jakarta’s Environmental Agency has called on the public to implement the EcoQurban concept during Eid al-Adha 1446 Hijriah to curb waste accumulation and environmental pollution during the sacrificial slaughter process. Dudi Gardesi, head of the agency, stated that sacrificial rituals must maintain environmental cleanliness from slaughter to distribution. “EcoQurban aligns with DKI Jakarta Regional Regulation No. 30 of 2025 on Guidelines for Sacrificial Animal Slaughter, not only in implementation but also during meat distribution,” he said in a statement on Tuesday (26/5). The agency estimates 77,436 sacrificial animals will be slaughtered in Jakarta this year, potentially generating significant waste including blood, offal, and high water usage during cleaning. According to Gardesi, each animal requires 500 to 1,000 litres of water for cleaning. Therefore, citizens are urged to properly manage wastewater to prevent contamination of drainage systems and surrounding environments. “Used cleaning water must be ensured free of blood to avoid polluting drainage systems and can still be utilised, for example for watering plants,” he said. The agency also advises reducing single-use plastics during meat distribution. Residents are encouraged to use eco-friendly containers such as bamboo baskets, banana leaves, or reusable alternatives to ensure Eid al-Adha remains solemn without adding to Jakarta’s waste burden. (H-3) Palu City Government has issued an edict urging all sacrificial committees in Palu to avoid single-use plastic bags during meat distribution.