Singaraja's Zero Point Heritage Area Features Street Signs Made from Recycled Plastic Waste

The new face of the Titik Nol Singaraja heritage area is not only defined by renovated pavements, decorative lighting, and better-organised public spaces. Another innovation is quietly capturing attention: the street name signs positioned throughout the area.

At first glance, these signs appear to be standard directional boards. However, the material used is neither iron nor metal, but rather the result of recycled plastic waste.

This innovation is the work of a Singaraja local, Eka Darmawan, through Rumah Plastik Indonesia Buleleng. Eka Darmawan has successfully transformed plastic waste into products with both functional and economic value.

“These are the street name signs being installed in Buleleng; all the materials are from recycled plastic waste,” stated the Regent of Buleleng, I Nyoman Sutjidra, on Thursday (25/06/2026).

Sutjidra revealed that using recycled plastic material serves not only as a solution to waste issues but also offers advantages in terms of durability. Unlike iron-based signs that are prone to rusting, plastic material is considered more resistant to weather and corrosion.

“This is corrosion-resistant because the material is plastic, not iron,” said Sutjidra.

“Plastic is no longer a problem now, but has become a solution. It is being utilised like this to create street name signs in Singaraja City,” he added.

These recycled street signs also add a new identity to the Titik Nol Singaraja area, which is currently undergoing revitalisation. Beyond merely beautifying the old town area, the project conveys a message regarding the importance of a circular economy and sustainable waste management.