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Journal : Journal of Community Based Environmental Engineering and Management

Community's Willingness to Participate in Wastewater Management in Aceh Rohendi, Aulia; Faridy, Faizatul; Adinata, Budi Rahmat; Kadafi, Muhammad; Iqra, Alief Prasandi; Rahmawan, Iman
Journal of Community Based Environmental Engineering and Management Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): March 2025
Publisher : Department of Environmental Engineering - Universitas Pasundan - Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23969/jcbeem.v9i1.21051

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Communal wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) have been established in the Province of Aceh, mostly in Banda Aceh City as the capital and other parts of the province, to address significant environmental risks posed by wastewater originating from domestic activities. However, limited coverage, poor effluent quality, and insufficient community involvement persist. This research assesses public participation and willingness to engage in wastewater management practices. A quantitative survey was conducted with 148 Banda Aceh and Aceh Barat respondents, selected through multi-stage random sampling. The first stage in respondent selection is based on area. Banda Aceh City, the provincial capital, was chosen as the initial location for the respondents’ residence, followed by Meulaboh as the regency capital. The second stage involves respondents who have household businesses (which generate domestic waste, in this case, owners of laundry and vehicle washing businesses) and those who do not have businesses. The survey explored respondents' perceptions of environmental pollution, awareness of wastewater regulations, and their readiness to participate in management efforts. The findings reveal that 77.7% of respondents are willing to join in wastewater management initiatives, with 52.21% expressing a willingness to attend community meetings and 18.14% agreeing to pay fees for communal WWTP services. Key factors influencing participation include awareness of environmental issues, positive perceptions of communal WWTPs, and the belief that the government should provide wastewater treatment infrastructure. The study concludes that increasing public awareness and involving communities in policy formulation is crucial for improving wastewater management in Aceh. These insights can guide local governments in developing effective regulations and fostering sustainable community engagement in environmental protection efforts, potentially leading to a healthier and more sustainable environment for the people of Aceh.
Water Quality, Sanitation, and WASH Service-Level Assessment in Three Islamic Boarding Schools (Dayah) in Aceh: A Multi-Site Comparative Study Ashari, Teuku Muhammad; Rohendi, Aulia; Faridy, Faizatul; Rahman, Arief; Dipa, Syahrul Ridha; Effendi, Rijal; Tanjung, Aris Muda; Athaya, Ahmad Faiq; Maulana, Teuku Rian
Journal of Community Based Environmental Engineering and Management Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): March 2026
Publisher : Department of Environmental Engineering - Universitas Pasundan - Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23969/jcbeem.v10i1.42131

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This study compared drinking-water quality, general-use water quality, sanitation conditions, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) service levels in three Islamic boarding schools (dayah) in Aceh Province, Indonesia. An exploratory multi-site mixed-methods design combined six point-of-use water samples, site observation, management interviews, and questionnaires administered to 10 students at each site. Water quality was assessed using pH, turbidity, total dissolved solids (TDS), and H₂S screening at all sites, while culture-based Escherichia coli and Total Coliform testing was conducted at only one site because of laboratory capacity constraints. Service performance was evaluated using an adapted WASHCost framework covering quality, quantity, accessibility, and reliability. Drinking water generally met the study reference ranges for pH and turbidity, but TDS exceeded the operational threshold of 300 mg/L at Al-Muslimun (400 mg/L) and Darul Aman (548 mg/L). General-use water showed the clearest cross-site weakness: H₂S screening was positive at 24 and 72 hours at all three dayah. Darul Aman recorded high turbidity (6.59 NTU) and TDS (1,051 mg/L), and Al-Muslimun showed a Total Coliform Count of 151 CFU/100 mL in general-use water, with E. coli non-detectable. Student perceptions were generally positive, indicating a perception-risk gap. Under the adapted WASHCost assessment, Al-Muslimun and Darul Ulum were classified as intermediate, whereas Darul Aman was classified as substandard. These findings suggest that dayah WASH improvement should prioritize the protection and routine monitoring of general-use water systems, not only treated drinking-water points.