Utilization of Organic Waste in the Manufacture of Briquettes for a Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly Future

Abstract

This community service initiative aims to address these issues by utilizing organic waste, such as food scraps, dry leaves, and wood, into briquettes as an alternative, sustainable, and environmentally friendly energy source. The program involved a series of stages, including observation, socialization, trials, training, and evaluation. The briquette-making process encompasses material collection, drying, crushing, mixing with adhesive, molding, and drying. The results show that community members are capable of producing usable briquettes, thus reducing waste volume and offering a potential source of income. This initiative not only mitigates environmental pollution but also empowers the local community economically. The project demonstrates that transforming organic waste into briquettes can be a practical and replicable model for sustainable waste management and rural energy solutions.