Pandaan, August 12, 2024 – PT. Otsuka Amerta Indah Pandaan became the destination for 12 international students participating in AEGIS: Airlangga’s Extraordinary Green Industry Summer Summit Towards Environmental Sustainability. Organized by the Faculty of Science and Technology on Monday, August 12, 2024, this visit aimed to introduce the concept of Green Industry and highlight industrial responsibilities towards the environment, particularly in the management of plastic waste generated during production.
The participants, consisting of six students from Yemen, two from Pakistan, one from Mali, one from Africa, and two from Japan, came from various academic backgrounds across different study programs. This visit was part of a series of activities designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the importance of implementing Green Industry principles in the industrial sector, especially regarding plastic waste management.
The event began at 10:00 AM with a presentation from the PT. Otsuka Amerta Indah team about their plastic bottle production process, which is one of the company’s main products. The participants were given the opportunity to observe firsthand how plastic waste from these bottles is properly managed. The plastic waste is categorized into three types: bottle plastic, bottle caps, and label packaging. These three types of waste are then reprocessed into resin, a reusable material, demonstrating the company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible environmental management.
Throughout the visit, students engaged in direct interactions with company staff, who provided detailed explanations of the plastic waste management process and the steps taken to minimize environmental impact. Additionally, the company held a product awareness session showcasing its latest innovations in sustainable product development. One of the most interesting aspects of the visit was the seating arrangement used during the presentation. The seats were equipped with hard cushions that could double as head protection in case of emergencies, such as earthquakes, reflecting the company’s dedication to visitor safety.
Moreover, participants were invited to experience the Virtual Reality (VR) room provided by PT. Otsuka Amerta Indah. In this interactive space, students were given a virtual experience to better understand the benefits of the company’s products and how they contribute to more responsible and sustainable consumption patterns.
This visit provided valuable insights for the students regarding the importance of sustainable industrial management. They witnessed firsthand how a major corporation like PT. Otsuka Amerta Indah Pandaan implements Green Industry principles in its operations, particularly in packaging production and waste management. The event also served as an important reflection for participants in supporting the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including: (Goal 12) Ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns; (Goal 9) Building resilient infrastructure and supporting inclusive and sustainable industrialization; (Goal 13) Taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts
With the visit concluding at 12:00 PM, students left with valuable knowledge and experiences that they are expected to apply in their future studies and careers. AEGIS 2024 not only broadened their understanding of the industrial world but also inspired them to become change agents in promoting greener and more sustainable industry practices on a global scale.
