Alan Mustapa, Dian Khoiriyani Putri, Muh. Adrikni Al Hakim, Amin Pujiati, Inaya Sari Melati

Analisis Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Produksi Tahu Bakso Skala Rumahan: Dampak Lingkungan dan Solusi

Introduction

Analisis life cycle assessment (lca) produksi tahu bakso skala rumahan: dampak lingkungan dan solusi. Analisis LCA produksi tahu bakso rumahan, mengidentifikasi dampak lingkungan dari bahan baku hingga pendinginan. Temukan solusi efisiensi energi dan strategi berkelanjutan.

Abstract

The home-based food industry, including tofu and meatballs, plays an important role in supporting the local economy and overcoming environmental poverty challenges. This study aims to analyze the environmental impact of home-based tofu and meatball production using ISO and OpenLCA standards. The analysis covers all stages of production, from raw material acquisition, washing, grinding, mixing, filling, steaming, to cooling. The Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) results show that each stage contributes to the use of energy, air, and raw materials, with the steaming process having the greatest impact on the most dominant category compared to other stages. Recommended measures include energy efficiency through heat insulation and biogas use, selection of local suppliers, use of low-chemical raw materials, air washing recycling, and utilization of organic waste for compost or biogas. This study proves the need for sustainable production strategies in the home-based food industry, not only to minimize environmental impact, but also to strengthen competitiveness and local economic sustainability.

Review

This study presents a timely and relevant Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of home-based tofu and meatball production, a sector critical for local economies and addressing environmental challenges. The aim to analyze environmental impacts using ISO and OpenLCA standards across all production stages is commendable, offering a structured approach to identifying hotspots within small-scale food industries. The comprehensive scope, ranging from raw material acquisition to cooling, indicates a thorough cradle-to-gate perspective, which is essential for understanding the full environmental footprint of such operations. The paper's contribution to highlighting sustainable production strategies for a segment often overlooked by larger industrial analyses is particularly valuable, linking environmental minimization with economic competitiveness and local sustainability. The Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) results effectively pinpoint the steaming process as the most dominant contributor to environmental impact, specifically in categories related to energy, air emissions, and raw material usage. This finding is crucial, as it provides a clear focus for intervention strategies. The abstract outlines a promising array of recommended measures, including energy efficiency through heat insulation and biogas use, responsible sourcing from local suppliers, use of low-chemical raw materials, air washing recycling, and organic waste utilization for compost or biogas. These proposed solutions are practical and directly address the identified hotspots, demonstrating a clear connection between the LCA findings and actionable recommendations for the industry. Overall, this study offers a significant contribution to the literature on sustainable food production, particularly within the home-based sector. While the abstract effectively conveys the study's scope, methodology, key findings, and practical recommendations, the full paper would benefit from further elaboration on the specific ISO standards referenced (e.g., ISO 14040/14044), the exact impact categories used, and a more detailed discussion of the feasibility and economic implications of the proposed solutions for small-scale producers. Nevertheless, the research clearly articulates the need for sustainable practices and provides a solid foundation for guiding the home-based food industry towards more environmentally responsible and economically resilient operations. I recommend this paper for publication, pending potential minor revisions to elaborate on the aforementioned points.

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