Analysis of Noise and Odor Around the Putri Cempo Waste-To-Energy (WTE) Plant in Jatirejo Surakarta City Central Java Indonesia

This study aims to describe the operational activities of the Putri Cempo Waste-to-Energy (WTE) Plant in Surakarta City and to analyze the community's responses to noise and odor disturbances resulting from its operations. A descriptive quantitative approach was employed, with data collected through structured questionnaires and field observations. A total of 36 respondents participated in the study, selected using a quota sampling technique from three neighborhood units (RT) in the Jatirejo area. The findings indicate that the WTE plant has not yet operated optimally, with an average activity of only 8 days per month due to limited raw material supply. Most respondents reported that the noise and odor disturbances were relatively mild; however, a portion of the community experienced significant discomfort, particularly during the initial phase of full-scale operations. The main sources of disturbance were identified as engine noise and the stench of decaying organic waste, exacerbated by environmental factors such as wind direction and time of day. The data suggest that community responses reflect the presence of noise and odor disturbances in the vicinity of the Waste-to-Energy plant.