Analyzing the Constraints of Cow Manure Biogas Program with Biodigester: Implications for Sustainable Development in Rural West Sumatra

Muhammad Hidayat, Nurhasan Syah, Erianjoni, Desy Mardhiah, Riza Wardefi, Lia Amelia

2024

Abstract

This study examines the barriers that hinder the success and desirability of a cow dung biogas program in Pasaman District, West Sumatra, within the framework of rural sustainable development. Although biogas technology is promising as a renewable energy source, its implementation can face significant challenges, including inadequate government support, inadequate training, and inconsistency with local socio-economic and cultural conditions. Guided by Travis Hirschi's social control theory, this study reveals that low levels of sustainability, commitment, and community involvement undermine participation and ownership among farmers. Furthermore, Pierre Bourdieu's concept of social capital highlights the detrimental effects of weak trust and collaboration in social networks. At the same time, Edward Hall's anthropological communication theory underscores the impact of ineffective and culturally insensitive communication practices. Using a qualitative case study approach, this study involved in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with farmers, agricultural extension workers, and government officials. Findings suggest a systemic lack of social support, including a lack of advanced techniques and weak interactions within the mesosystem, as described by Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory. This lack of understanding results in farmer isolation and limited access to resources and guidance needed for effective biogas management. The study concludes that a holistic strategy is essential to address these socio-technical barriers. Key recommendations include active community engagement training, enhancing social networks to enhance collaboration and resource sharing, and ensuring consistent government support through tailored training and adaptive technology using model predictive control (MPC) . By addressing these issues, biogas programs can become more effective, sustainable and scalable, and make a significant contribution to the rural energy transition. This study enriches the discourse on sustainable development by emphasizing the critical role of social dynamics in renewable energy initiatives. It offers actionable insights and a strategic framework to guide the implementation of biogas programs in similar rural contexts, paving the way for a more inclusive and sustainable energy future.

Paper Citation

in Harvard Style

Hidayat M., Syah N., Erianjoni., Mardhiah D., Wardefi R. and Amelia L. (2024). Analyzing the Constraints of Cow Manure Biogas Program with Biodigester: Implications for Sustainable Development in Rural West Sumatra. In Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Humanities Education, Law, and Social Science - Volume 1: ICHELS; ISBN 978-989-758-752-8, SciTePress, pages 51-63. DOI: 10.5220/0013415800004654

in Bibtex Style

@conference{ichels24,
author={Muhammad Hidayat and Nurhasan Syah and Erianjoni and Desy Mardhiah and Riza Wardefi and Lia Amelia},
title={Analyzing the Constraints of Cow Manure Biogas Program with Biodigester: Implications for Sustainable Development in Rural West Sumatra},
booktitle={Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Humanities Education, Law, and Social Science - Volume 1: ICHELS},
year={2024},
pages={51-63},
publisher={SciTePress},
organization={INSTICC},
doi={10.5220/0013415800004654},
isbn={978-989-758-752-8},
}

in EndNote Style

TY - CONF

JO - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Humanities Education, Law, and Social Science - Volume 1: ICHELS
TI - Analyzing the Constraints of Cow Manure Biogas Program with Biodigester: Implications for Sustainable Development in Rural West Sumatra
SN - 978-989-758-752-8
AU - Hidayat M.
AU - Syah N.
AU - Erianjoni.
AU - Mardhiah D.
AU - Wardefi R.
AU - Amelia L.
PY - 2024
SP - 51
EP - 63
DO - 10.5220/0013415800004654
PB - SciTePress