Bali’s largest landfill has been declared off-limits for organic waste since early April, as Indonesia moves to enforce its long-standing ban on open dumping sites. The sudden restriction has left local authorities scrambling, with few immediate alternatives in place.
As a result, rubbish is piling up in streets across parts of the island. Some waste is being burned by frustrated residents, sending acrid smoke into residential areas and raising health concerns. Others are paying private collectors to clear refuse, cutting into already tight margins for small traders.
