Ecoenzyme Based Recycle Method from Pineapple Peel Waste to
Realise an Environmentally Friendly Green Economy
Mamat Ruhimat
a
, Dina Siti Logayah
b
and Riko Arrasyid
c
Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Setiabudhi Streat Number 229, Bandung, Indonesia
Keywords: Pineapple Peel Ecoenzym, Recycle Method, Green Economy, Environmentally Friendly.
Abstract: This research aims to improve human welfare and social justice by minimising the impact on the environment.
One of the problems faced is pineapple fruit peel waste, which has not been optimally utilised at all and is
often just dumped into gardens or waters, causing environmental pollution such as unpleasant odours and
groundwater damage. Solid waste mixed with other waste can produce leachate that seeps into the soil and
contaminates underground water. The main factor causing this condition is the lack of knowledge and skills
of the community in effectively treating pineapple peel waste. Methods This research focuses on processing
pineapple peel waste into ecoenzymes as an environmentally friendly recycling solution. The results showed
practical solutions in organic waste management, reducing environmental pollution, and creating new
productive business opportunities and giving birth to environmentally friendly and sustainable commercial
opportunities. The recycle method not only addresses environmental issues, but also advances social aspects
by providing new skill opportunities to the Community, thus providing productive and commercial activities.
1 INTRODUCTION
This research aims to improve welfare and social
justice through optimal utilization of pineapple peel
waste, emphasizing on reducing environmental
pollution (e.g., preventing groundwater pollution)
and creating new economic value for the surrounding
community. In this way, the research objectives
support the principles of a sustainable green
economy. The target of the Sustainable Development
Goals or Sustainable Development pillar 12 on
responsible consumption and production is currently
under-recognized.
It can be seen that when production and
consumption activities take place, it will definitely
produce waste, both organic and inorganic. If the
waste from production and consumption activities is
not managed properly, it will later cause various new
problems for both humans and the surrounding
environment. Indonesia as an agricultural country has
good horticultural potential, including many tropical
fruit commodities (Rahmadhanti et al., 2022). One of
the superior commodities is pineapple (Ananas
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Comosus L). In West Java itself, the largest pineapple
commodity is at 92% which is produced in the
Subang area (Luthfi et al., 2022).
According to data from the Subang Regency
Statistics Agency and data that has been submitted by
the Regent of Subang, H. Ruhimat, he said that in
2023 pineapple land in Subang will reach 3,171.4 Ha
where 1 hectare of pineapple can produce 10 to 15
tons of pineapple. In one year, the maximum limit for
pineapple production is at 2960,000 tons. The large
number of pineapple lands in Subang is of course also
due to the large market demand considering that
pineapple is a fruit that is rich in content and can be
processed into various culinary delights such as
pineapple jam, dodol, and others (Helilusiatiningsih
et al., 2021).
According to agriculture data (2023), pineapple
peel waste can reach 40% of the total weight of
pineapples produced, resulting in millions of tons of
organic waste each year worldwide. In Subang
Regency, West Java, pineapple production reaches up
to 2,960,000 tons per year, resulting in around
800,000 tons of pineapple peel waste that has not
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Ecoenzyme Based Recycle Method from Pineapple Peel Waste to Realise an Environmentally Friendly Green Economy.
DOI: 10.5220/0013409200004654
In Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Humanities Education, Law, and Social Science (ICHELS 2024), pages 40-43
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been optimally utilized. This data shows the
importance of pineapple peel waste management to
reduce environmental impacts. However, there is
something that is less considered by pineapple
business owners, when they clean pineapples from
their skin. Usually pineapple skin will be thrown
away in vain on empty land (Noviana et al., 2019).
According to Nurhayati (2013), pineapple
processing activities produce pineapple peel waste of
27% of the total pineapple production, so that the
pineapple peel waste produced reaches 5.12 tons/ha
of harvest area. Of course, if left unchecked, it will
cause new problems considering that pineapple peel
is organic waste that takes some time to decompose.
Pineapple peel waste that is left to pile up can cause
an unpleasant odor which will later disturb the
comfort of local residents and pollute the
environment (Prasetyo, 2021). In fact, if managed
properly, discarded pineapple peel can be processed
into a product that is useful and needed by the
community.
The solution to this problem can be done by
processing pineapple skin waste into ecoenzyme
liquid. Ecoenzyme is an environmentally friendly
liquid produced from the fermentation of household
organic waste such as fruit and vegetable waste mixed
with several additional ingredients such as water
(Marmi et al., 2023). Ecoenzyme is also considered
effective and economical because it does not require
a large space and cost (Nurfajriah et al., 2021;
Saifuddin et al., 2021). Ecoenzyme liquid processed
from pineapple peel waste can be used as an
ingredient to make various environmentally friendly
household products. One of the products we offer as
a solution to this problem is EnPineas. EnPineas
stands for Environment Pineapple Soap. This product
is a new innovation that we carry from processed
ecoenzyme liquid from pineapple peel waste in the
form of hand soap. EnPineas is not only a hygienic
and clean household product for consumers made
from natural ingredients, but also an environmentally
friendly product with little foam to maintain
cleanliness and sustainable natural stability.
2 RESEARCH METHODS
This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach
with a participatory training method. The purpose of
this study was to describe the increase in knowledge
and skills of participants in managing pineapple peel
waste through the manufacture of ecoenzymes.
Training in processing pineapple peel waste into
ecoenzymes was carried out through a two-day
workshop where participants were taught basic
fermentation techniques. Introduction to raw
materials, Fermentation process, Ecoenzyme
application.
The materials studied include introduction to raw
materials, fermentation processes, to the application
of ecoenzyme products. A total of 50 participants in
Subang Regency, Kasomalang Kulon District,
including business owners and housewives,
participated in this training, which has improved their
ability to manage waste effectively. Data collection
process Direct observation, pre- and post-training
questionnaires, and interviews. While data analysis
Data obtained from questionnaires, interviews, and
observations were analyzed qualitatively with a
thematic analysis approach. Researchers identified
the main themes related to improving knowledge,
skills, and application of ecoenzyme products in the
participants' environment.
3 DISCUSS
Ananas comosus L or what we are familiar with as
pineapple is one of Indonesia's plant commodities
that has great potential to be developed because it has
many benefits. One of its contents is that it contains a
lot of vitamin B12, vitamin C, vitamin E and
bromelain enzymes which are very much needed and
good for the human body. In addition to the fruit,
pineapple skin also has good content, namely
bromelain enzymes, carotenoids, vitamin C and
flavonoids (Putri, 2020). The flavonoid content in
pineapple skin can be used as an antioxidant, anti-
allergic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial.
Pineapple skin also has antioxidant content that can
be used as a skin layer protector because it can
prevent free radicals and can be applied in the form
of anti-fishy odor hand soap products.
Along with the development of technology and
science in society, pineapple skins that were
previously considered trash by society can now be
processed into products rich in benefits, one of the
products we process is hand soap. Why is it called
environmentally friendly because, the process of
processing pineapple skins becomes something
useful, on the other hand there will also be minimal
foam produced so that it can reduce water pollution.
Subang as one of one of the largest pineapple
producing areas in West Java has also given birth to
many new businesses in various fields such as
culinary. However, pineapple skin waste is often not
managed properly. Therefore, we collaborate with
one of the owners of a fairly large pineapple
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plantation in Subang, a plantation owned by Mr.
Kartono located in Kasomalang Kulon, Subang,
which will be our partner in the future. Pineapple skin
obtained from the remaining business owned by Mr.
Tono's pineapple plantation will be processed into
environmentally friendly products that are useful for
household activities with new innovations that are in
line with Sustainable Development Goals points 12
and 15. In production activities, we will produce
EnPineas in an amount of 10L. Here are the steps for
making EnPineas (Environment Pineapple Soap):
Figure 1.
The steps for making ecoenzyme consist of:
• Raw materials: pineapple skin, brown sugar, and
water in a ratio of 3:1:10.
• Process: Fermentation is carried out in a closed
container for three months, with stirring every two
weeks.
• Results: The final product in the form of ecoenzyme
liquid can be used immediately.
Based on the trial, every 10 kilograms of
pineapple peel can produce 5 liters of ecoenzyme and
reduce organic waste by 50%. The environmental
impacts include a decrease in unpleasant odors and a
decrease in BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand)
levels in the trial area by 40%. The program has
supported Government Regulation No. 81 of 2012
concerning Waste Management and the National
Waste Management Strategy. In addition, this
solution can be integrated with regional organic waste
management programs to create a circular economy.
One of the main challenges is the consistent
availability of raw materials. To overcome this, waste
management can be expanded through collaboration
with more local farmers. In addition, large-scale
management requires more investment in
fermentation infrastructure.
4 CONCLUSIONS
The ecoenzyme-based recycling method of pineapple
peel waste provides an innovative solution to address
environmental challenges while creating new
economic value for the community. This waste
processing process not only helps reduce pollution,
such as water pollution and bad odors, but also
produces value-added products such as
environmentally friendly cleaning fluids and hand
soaps. In addition, this activity supports community
empowerment through skills training, thereby
increasing their capacity to manage organic waste
effectively. This study shows that every 10 kilograms
of pineapple peel can produce 5 liters of ecoenzyme,
with the potential to reduce organic waste by up to
50%. This program is in line with sustainable
development goals, especially on responsible
consumption and production, as well as protection of
terrestrial ecosystems. Challenges such as
consistency of raw material supply and scale of
production can be overcome through collaboration
with local communities and investment in
infrastructure. With an environmentally friendly and
cost-effective approach, this method has the potential
to be widely applied to support a sustainable green
economy.
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