Waste4Change, a pioneer in responsible waste management in Indonesia, has reported an average annual growth rate of 88 per cent in waste collection over the past decade. According to its newly released 2024 Impact Report, the company has collected a total of 64.9 million kilograms of waste since its launch in 2014, scaling from a small social enterprise into one of the country’s leading circular economy players.
The report details how Waste4Change has expanded its reach nationwide, now operating in 19 locations. Of the waste collected, 32.5 million kilograms came from households, 17.6 million kilograms from commercial areas, and 14.7 million kilograms through community partnerships, including Bank Sampah, TPS 3R, and the informal sector.
Recycling and carbon reduction milestones
Beyond collection, Waste4Change has made significant strides in processing and recycling. Over the past decade, it recycled 14.2 million kilograms of materials and converted 499,300 kilograms of organic waste into biomass. The company also produced 2 million kilograms of refuse-derived fuel (RDF), an alternative energy source made from non-recyclable waste. In 2024 alone, it recycled 8.1 million kilograms of materials and produced nearly 700,000 kilograms of RDF.
Its impact on emissions is another key highlight. By diverting waste away from landfills, Waste4Change has cut emissions equivalent to 28.8 million kilograms of carbon dioxide, achieving net-negative emissions through its operations.
Mohamad Bijaksana Junerosano, Founder and CEO of Waste4Change, said the company’s progress shows that sustainable solutions can scale successfully. “Our growth is proof that circular solutions can deliver measurable impact at scale. Waste4Change is not just reducing landfill waste — we are transforming waste into resources, creating jobs, and driving systemic change for a sustainable, low-carbon economy,” he said.
Driving systemic change through collaboration
The Impact Report was introduced during a webinar, “Circular Solutions for Emission Reduction: Waste4Change Progress in Circular Solutions,” timed with Zero Emissions Day and World Clean Up Week. The event brought together representatives from the Ministry of Environment, private sector investors, and global partners to discuss how cross-sector collaboration can accelerate progress towards zero waste and zero emissions.
Ir. Noer Adi Wardojo, M.Sc., Expert Staff at the Ministry of Environment of the Republic of Indonesia, highlighted the importance of waste segregation, stronger processing capacity, and reinforced Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies to advance the country’s circular economy goals.
Representing ACV Capital, one of Waste4Change’s key backers, Adiandri Adyafitri, Head of ESG, emphasised the value of balancing social impact with profitability. He said that impact investors can play a critical role in scaling responsible waste management and supporting systemic change.
Looking ahead, Waste4Change plans to expand its collection points, deepen engagement with the informal waste sector, and strengthen partnerships across borders. The company aims to integrate policy, investment, and innovation to position itself as a regional leader in scalable circular solutions.
