A study published in the International Journal of Tourism Anthropology suggests that community-led waste management systems could reduce illegal dumping in rural Indonesian tourism areas. Researchers examined Kampung Nipah, a coastal village in North Sumatra, where inadequate infrastructure and cultural practices contribute to waste issues. The study highlights that government waste services do not reach the area, leading to accumulation of waste from residents, tourists, and rivers. The proposed solution involves community-based models led by local champions working with tourism managers and stakeholders to shift waste management practices. While focused on one location, the findings may apply to other rural coastal tourist regions.
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