SUSTAINABILITY OF CO-PRODUCTION IN WASTE MANAGEMENT: EXPLORING WASTE BANKS AND TPS3R IN SEMARANG CITY

Collaboration with the community in waste management has become crucial amidst the limited resources available to the government. However, such collaboration does not always endure. Understanding the sustainability of this collaboration within the framework of co-production is essential to enhance the effectiveness of waste management. Unfortunately, research on the factors influencing the sustainability of co-production in waste management remains very limited. This study aims to explore the sustainability of co-production practices in waste management through Waste Banks and TPS3R in Semarang City. Data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews, documentation, and observation. Community-based waste management practices were analyzed using the concept of co-production sustainability. The findings reveal that the implementation of existing regulations is not yet robust, resource-sharing remains focused on inputs for service production, and the unique characteristics of waste management compared to other public services influence the sustainability of co-production.