As Indonesia cuts methane emissions, life atop a mountain of garbage begins to change

Indonesia is transitioning Bantargebang landfill, its largest, from open dumping to a controlled system to reduce methane emissions. Waste pickers like Nur Wencih face uncertain futures as the new policy prioritizes organic and recyclable waste separation. The site, a major methane emitter, will shift to cover waste with tarps and soil, aligning with global climate efforts.