DOI: https://doi.org/10.61435/jbes.2026.19999

Carbon Footprint Analysis of Waste Generation and Electricity Consumption at Mangkang Market, Indonesia

1Master of Environmental Science, School of Postgraduate Studies, Diponegoro University, Indonesia, Indonesia

2Faculty of Economic and Business, Diponegoro University, Indonesia, Indonesia

Received: 25 Dec 2025; Published: 4 Mar 2026.
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Traditional markets serve as key nodes in food distribution systems and have the potential to generate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions through electricity consumption and waste generation. However, the contribution of traditional markets to carbon footprints has received limited scholarly attention. This study analyzes the carbon footprint of Pasar Mangkang in Semarang City as a basis for developing emission reduction strategies for traditional markets. A quantitative approach was employed through surveys of trader characteristics, calculations of electricity consumption, and measurements of waste generation. Emissions from electricity use were estimated using the Jamali emission factor, while emissions from waste were analyzed based on waste composition and methane generation potential. Data on traders’ behavior and market operational conditions were incorporated to enrich the analysis. The results indicate that total emissions from electricity consumption reached 27.97 tons CO₂ per year, with the largest contribution originating from wet commodity traders who intensively use refrigeration equipment. Meanwhile, total emissions from market waste generation amounted to 139.19 tons CO₂ per year, with waste composition dominated by organic waste (75%), which has the potential to generate CH₄ emissions if not properly managed. Source separation practices remain limited, and the use of single-use plastics is still prevalent. Trader characteristics, commodity types, and waste management behaviors influence the magnitude of emissions generated. These findings demonstrate that traditional markets make a substantial contribution to emissions from the energy and waste sectors but have not yet become a focal point in local climate mitigation agendas. The establishment of an emissions baseline provides a foundation for low-carbon market management strategies. The carbon footprint of Pasar Mangkang is primarily driven by electricity consumption and the high proportion of organic waste. Strengthening energy management, improving waste segregation, reducing plastic use, and enhancing behavioral awareness are key strategic steps toward developing low-emission traditional markets.
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Keywords: Carbon Footprint; Traditional Market; Waste Generation; Electricity Consumtion; Greenhouse Gas Emmisions; Mangkang Market

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