Insinerator Minim Asap Berbasis Participatory Action Research untuk Pengelolaan Sampah Mandiri di Desa Watualang, Kabupaten Ngawi

A lack of waste management facilities remains a challenge for the residents of Watualang Village, Ngawi Regency, particularly due to the persistent practice of open waste burning, which generates thick smoke and unpleasant odors while posing environmental pollution risks. This situation highlights the need for eco-friendly and appropriate technology as an alternative waste management solution. Through the Student Community Service (KKN) program, Group 33 from UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya introduced the rocket stove as a solution for organic waste management, while simultaneously raising community awareness about the importance of maintaining environmental cleanliness. This initiative aims to educate and assist residents in constructing and using rocket stoves so that they can implement the technology independently. The project employed the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method, actively involving the community across several stages: observation, outreach, stove construction, testing, and evaluation. The results indicate that residents not only understood the function and benefits of the rocket stove but were also able to participate directly in its construction and operation. Implementing this technology helps reduce organic waste volume, accelerates the combustion process, and produces lower smoke emissions compared to open burning. Beyond introducing appropriate technology, the program fosters community awareness and participation in responsible waste management, thereby supporting the creation of a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environment.