EFFECTIVENESS OF WASTE MANAGEMENT AT THE FINAL PROCESSING SITE AT THE EAST BARITO REGENCY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE

Objective: This study aims to examine the effectiveness of waste management at the Final Processing Site (TPA) managed by the East Barito Regency Environmental Service and to identify the factors influencing its implementation. Method: A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with data collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation involving 12 informants selected via purposive sampling. Data were analyzed using interactive qualitative analysis techniques, including data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, supported by credibility tests such as triangulation and member checking. Results: The findings reveal that waste management at the TPA has not yet achieved optimal effectiveness. Several indicators—particularly program success, target achievement, and overall goal attainment—remain unmet, as waste handling is limited to collection and transportation, while final processing relies on open dumping practices. Nonetheless, aspects related to program satisfaction and input–output quality show moderate effectiveness, reflected in improved environmental cleanliness. Key constraints include inadequate facilities, limited infrastructure, and insufficient community outreach, while regulatory compliance and task execution by personnel serve as supporting factors. Novelty: This study contributes a contextualized effectiveness assessment of landfill waste management at the regional level by integrating organizational effectiveness indicators with regulatory implementation analysis, offering empirical insights for improving sustainable waste governance in local government settings.