Enforcement of Environmental Law on Waste Management in The Perspective of Law No. 18 of 2008

Law No. 18 of 2008 and Article 98B of the Criminal Code form the legal framework for enforcing waste management laws, crucial for safeguarding the environment and public health while promoting sustainable development and accountability for environmental harm. Effective enforcement supports environmental conservation efforts and enhances reforestation programs, reinforcing the importance of legal compliance in waste disposal practices. Data analysis was carried out descriptively and qualitatively. Concluding is carried out using a deductive method. This research produces findings on environmental law enforcement in waste management, as regulated in Law No. 18 of 2008 and the Criminal Code, that have urgency and implications for environmental sustainability and community welfare. Through effective law enforcement, the government can ensure the protection of natural resources, public health, and environmental preservation. Apart from that, law enforcement also provides a strong basis for the implementation of greening programs and other environmental initiatives. Enforcement of environmental law in waste management is not only about enforcing the rules but also about creating deeper changes in the way we interact with the environment. Only through strong cooperation between government, legal institutions, society, and the private sector, can we achieve the common goal of maintaining environmental sustainability and improving the quality of life for all of society.