In April, 2025, the Bali provincial government issued and immediately enforced Directive No. 9 of 2025 as part of its Bali Clean Waste Movement. The regulation introduces a ban on the manufacture, distribution, and provision of beverage containers under 1 liter and significantly expands waste management responsibilities for various sectors across the province.

This directive builds on Bali’s 2019 ban on single-use plastics—such as plastic bags, straws, and polystyrene—by formally adding small plastic beverage containers to the list of prohibited items.

Key Provisions of Directive No. 9 of 2025

General Prohibitions:

• Production, distribution, and sale of single-use plastic beverage containers under 1 liter
  

• Illegal dumping of waste in public spaces or areas that may contaminate water sources
  

• Assigns community oversight responsibilities to support enforcement of plastic use and waste regulations
  
  

Obligations for Businesses and Government Offices:

Applies to both private and government offices, including:

• Hotels, restaurants, cafes, shopping centers, and offices
  
  

Requirements include:

• Establish an internal waste management unit
  

• Cease use of all single-use plastic products (bags, straws, containers, polystyrene) and switch to eco-friendly alternatives, such as reuse and refill systems
  

• By January 1, 2026, ensure:
  
  

  • Waste is sorted at the source into organic, inorganic, and residual categories
    

  • Inorganic waste is channeled for recycling via partnerships with certified recycling companies
    
    

Additional Business-Specific Obligations:

• Provide designated temporary waste storage facilities
  

• Submit regular reports on waste management practices to both provincial and municipal authorities
  
  

Expanded Scope:

The directive also mandates waste management practices for:

• Educational institutions
  

• Traditional and modern markets
  

• Places of worship

This regulation reaffirms Bali’s leadership in plastic waste reduction and sustainable environmental practices, positioning the province as a model for responsible waste governance in Southeast Asia.

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