On a recent visit to Munduk Moding Plantation (MMP), we were warmly received by Mr. Elman Thiana, the MMP sustainable Leader. Known for its commitment to environmental stewardship, MMP has integrated sustainability as one of its five core pillars, alongside energy, waste management, and water conservation.
MMP’s dedication to sustainability is evident in its innovative practices. Organic waste is transformed into compost, which is then combined with maggot farming and chicken rearing. Inorganic waste, such as plastic and bottles, is creatively repurposed into functional items like trash bins, chairs, keychains, and clothing hangers.
MMP is also pioneering a “food forest” initiative, aimed at replanting rare local plants like Majegau and Longan, contributing to the preservation of Bali’s unique flora.
Beyond environmental efforts, MMP engages with the local community through educational programs. Every Sunday afternoon, children from nearby villages bring plastic waste from their homes to be recycled at MMP’s workshop. In return, they receive English and martial arts lessons, led by the dedicated MMP team.
Opportunities for Collaboration with BWMTC:
- Organizing community clean-up events
- Distributing plant seedlings to local communities
- Participating in replanting initiatives
- Developing upcycled products
Munduk Moding Plantation continues to set a remarkable example of how sustainability can be seamlessly integrated into both business practices and community engagement.
Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with the BRASTI and ABIWARA communities.
These two communities are in the Catur Desa Adat Dalem Tamblingan area, focusing on social issues and environmental preservation, including waste management. BRASTI has a waste management plan since the four villages currently lack a waste processing facility. They also regularly clean Mertajati Forest and Lake Tamblingan, where they still find a lot of plastic waste.
BWMTC invited representatives from these communities to see sustainable practices at MMP. Though MMP is in their area, it was their first visit. They learned about waste management, separating organic and inorganic materials, which can be shared with the community.
Abiwara has a monthly program, “Meuruk Medagang” (Learning to Trade), with an eco-friendly concept, minimizing plastic packaging. BWMTC will collaborate on this event on August 18, 2024.
