Inovasi Pengembangan Rocket Stove sebagai Alat Pembakar Sampah Rumah Tangga Minim Asap untuk Mendukung Pengelolaan Sampah Berkelanjutan di Desa Bulang

Abstract

Household waste management in rural areas remains a significant challenge due to limited waste management facilities, leading many residents to dispose of waste into rivers or burn it in open spaces. These practices contribute to environmental pollution and produce smoke emissions that may adversely affect public health. This study aims to analyze the differences in household waste management practices before and after the implementation of the Rocket Stove, examine its impact on household waste management, and evaluate its effectiveness in reducing smoke emissions in Bulang Village, Gending District, Probolinggo Regency. This research employed a qualitative descriptive approach. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and subsequently analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña interactive analysis model. The findings indicate that the implementation of the Rocket Stove has contributed positively to household waste management. Community members gradually shifted from open burning and river disposal practices to using the Rocket Stove, which provides a more efficient combustion process with lower smoke emissions. In addition, community outreach and hands-on training improved public understanding and encouraged more responsible and environmentally friendly waste management practices. These findings suggest that the Rocket Stove  represents an appropriate technology innovation that can support sustainable household waste management in rural communities.