Head of BGN Mandates Circular Economy-Based Waste Management for MBG Programme
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), Dadan Hindayana, has mandated circular economy-based waste management for the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme, to be implemented systematically, measurably, and sustainably in accordance with BGN Regulation No. 1 of 2026.
He stated that waste management cannot be viewed merely as a technical matter but as an essential part of the programme’s ecosystem, supporting public health while protecting the environment.
“Waste management at Nutrition Fulfilment Service Units (SPPG) must be carried out comprehensively, from planning and implementation to monitoring and reporting, prioritising circular economy principles,” he said in Jakarta on Friday.
He explained that the circular economy principle is key to this regulation, where waste is no longer seen as end-of-life refuse but as a resource with potential value through recycling or reuse.
In the planning stage, each SPPG is required to identify potential waste generated, including sorting waste types, preparing separated collection facilities, and providing processing tools such as composting and maggot cultivation.
Waste reduction efforts are pursued through limiting generation, recycling, and reusing materials that can still be utilised.
Additionally, waste management includes handling processes such as sorting, collection, processing, and transportation, which must be conducted orderly and documented.
BGN also mandates periodic recording and monitoring, including quantitative data collection on waste volume or weight by type. This data serves as the basis for evaluations to improve management efficiency.
“Everything must be well recorded. From there, we can evaluate and continuously improve the system to make it more efficient and minimise waste,” said Dadan.
The results of waste management must be reported to local governments as part of transparency and accountability in programme implementation.
Under the regulation, MBG waste is classified into four categories: organic, inorganic, residue, and waste containing hazardous and toxic materials (B3).
Handling of each waste type must be adapted to its characteristics and applicable legal provisions.
To support field implementation, each SPPG is required to provide waste management facilities and infrastructure, from sorting areas and composting units to waste transportation equipment.
“With this regulation, we aim to ensure that the MBG Programme not only delivers nutritional benefits but is also environmentally friendly and sustainable,” he said.