Garbage dumps

Garbage dumps

From Media Indonesia

The garbage dump issue has become a prolonged controversy and real health problem, particularly in Jakarta. In my view, the problem will not be settled as long as the dump remains located near residential areas.

Therefore, I suggest that the city garbage dumps be situated on the islets in the pristine, undefiled Thousand Island group, most of which are useless because they have no houses and will be able to receive as much garbage as we can dump.

For garbage transport, a small terminal is needed on the outskirts of or outside Jakarta, with covered barges to carry the trash, preferably at night.

I believe our many government experts are capable of thinking of the appropriate facilities and infrastructure for the smooth disposal of city rubbish offshore.

SALIM TORA M. Jakarta