Telkom University’s SDG 12 Report: Strengthening Responsible Consumption and Sustainable Production through Innovation and Community Empowerment

Through the SDGs Report 2024, Telkom University actively advances its sustainability mission by publishing progress against SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production, both individually and within its annual sustainability report. This effort highlights the university’s transparency and accountability in documenting sustainability outcomes while reinforcing its dedication to promoting responsible resource management, sustainable production systems, and circular economy practices within and beyond the campus community.

Aligned with SDG 12, Telkom University implements various initiatives that integrate technology, education, and community engagement to encourage responsible consumption and minimize waste. One of the flagship programs is the Redooceit Program in RW 11, AntapaniKidul, Bandung, which applies a technology-driven circular economy system. Collaborating with lecturers, students, and local residents, the program uses the MaggoFeed machine to convert food waste into high-value maggot feed. Each kilogram of organic waste, valued at IDR 1,500, can be exchanged for daily necessities at partner stores through a digital reward system. This innovation not only motivates households to separate waste responsibly but also fosters a self-sustaining local economy driven by community participation.

The program processes up to 6 tons of organic waste each month, producing more than 100 kilograms of maggots that serve as sustainable animal feed, while generating green jobs for local youth and women-led small enterprises. Through this approach, Redooceit transforms waste management into an economic opportunity, promoting environmental awareness and social inclusion simultaneously.

In parallel, Telkom University’s Waste Management Program introduces the Telurator, an eco-friendly incinerator machine developed by lecturers from the Department of Physics Engineering. Operating at temperatures up to 900°C, the Telurator effectively burns waste with minimal fuel usage and very low emissions. It has been successfully deployed in Tarumajaya Village and within Telkom University’s campus, demonstrating its potential as a low-cost, sustainable solution to manage solid waste accumulation while reducing environmental impact.

Beyond technological innovations, Telkom University also contributes to academic research that supports SDG 12 principles. Studies conducted by faculty members and researchers include topics such as sustainable consumption behavior, halal supply chain sustainability, and mindful consumption patterns. Publications like “Sustainable Consumption on Marketing Concept: A Bibliometric Analysis (2003–2023)” and “Indonesian Local Second-hand Clothing: Mindful Consumption with the Stimulus-Organism-Response Model” reflect the university’s scholarly commitment to advancing responsible and ethical consumption at both conceptual and practical levels.

Through these integrated efforts, Telkom University upholds the principle of Publication of SDG Reports – per SDG, ensuring that each sustainability goal is tracked, reported, and communicated transparently. By consistently documenting and publishing its progress against SDG 12, the university reinforces its leadership in fostering responsible consumption, sustainable production, and a circular economy that empowers communities while preserving environmental integrity for future generations.