Jakarta, INTI – Amid the challenges of limited land and increasing waste volume, the Bandung City Government is exploring a partnership with a waste management technology company from China, Qinglv Environment. The company’s AI-based waste sorting machine is seen as suitable for implementation in densely populated urban areas like Bandung.
An Innovative Solution for a Land-Scarce City
Bandung Mayor Muhammad Farhan stated that this collaboration offers a new opportunity in tackling waste management more efficiently. One of the main appeals of the technology is its ability to sort 6.25 kilograms of waste within an area of just one square meter.
“This kind of technology is exactly what we need because Bandung has limited space for waste processing facilities. This mini sorting plant is very promising,” said Farhan in an official statement on Friday, July 25, 2025.
Qinglv’s Technology: Efficient, Compact, and Smart
Qinglv Environment is a company that has been operating in the waste processing industry since 2009. Based in Guangdong Province, its technology has already been successfully implemented in Guangzhou, China. Their machines can sort up to 100 tons of waste per day using only 1,600 square meters of space.
What sets it apart is its automatic sorting system powered by artificial intelligence (AI), enabling a resource recovery rate of up to 90 percent making it not only efficient but also environmentally friendly.
Bandung Needs Medium-Scale Solutions
Mayor Farhan emphasized that waste problems cannot be solved by relying on just one large-scale technology. A multipolar approach with innovations at medium and small scales is necessary to reach various areas throughout the city.
“We want to build an open and inclusive waste management ecosystem. It’s not just about constructing massive facilities, but also about strengthening local innovation and strategic partnerships,” Farhan explained.
Focused on Urban Waste Management
Qinglv Environment’s Chairman, Wu Jianyang, during his visit to Bandung City Hall, said that the company is focused on urban waste treatment solutions. He affirmed Qinglv’s readiness to bring its intelligent sorting machines to Indonesia, starting with Bandung as the pilot project.
“We believe our technology can support cities in Indonesia facing similar challenges, in an efficient and sustainable manner,” said Wu.
A First Step Toward a Smarter and Cleaner City
This collaboration is expected to be a strategic step by the Bandung City Government in improving environmental management through technology. With international partnerships and smart solutions, Bandung has the potential to become a national model for AI-driven urban waste management.
Conclusion
The Bandung City Government is taking a progressive step in tackling its waste management challenges by partnering with Qinglv Environment, a waste technology company from China. By adopting an AI-powered waste-sorting machine that is both efficient and space-saving, Bandung seeks a practical solution amidst limited land availability. This technology not only offers high sorting capacity but also supports up to 90 percent recycling efficiency. This initiative reflects Bandung’s commitment to building an inclusive, innovative, and sustainable waste management ecosystem, while also opening doors for international collaboration toward a cleaner and smarter city.
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