Implementing an Integrated Zero Waste and Health Promotion Model to Enhance Community Awareness and Health Status

Abstract

Household waste management and low health awareness are persistent challenges for sustainable development in Indonesia. While waste-sorting programs exist, their integration with clinical health monitoring remains underexplored. This study evaluates a community service program in Cikoneng Kulon Village (2025) that integrates the Zero Waste concept—specifically the TOSADA (Kitchen Waste Bin) and Rocket Stove technologies—with Free Health Screenings (FHS). Using a participatory educational approach with 155 participants and pre/post-test evaluations from 20 purposively selected respondents, the study measured changes in knowledge and behavioral intent. Results indicated a substantial improvement in technical knowledge; understanding of TOSADA increased from 35% to 85%, and Rocket Stove utility from 30% to 80%. Furthermore, 90% of respondents expressed a willingness to adopt daily Zero Waste habits. The integration of clinical health screenings acted as a primary driver for community participation, proving that a holistic approach can foster sustainable behavioral change in both environmental and public health domains.