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Critical Success Factors for Waste Management Startup Development in Indonesia: A DEMATEL-Based ANP (DANP) Analysis

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Indonesia faces growing waste management challenges, while existing management efforts remain insufficient to address increasing waste generation. In response, waste management startups have emerged as innovative solutions. Despite their potential, many struggle due to weak regulation, technological barriers, and low public awareness. This study identifies Critical Success Factors (CSFs) influencing their development using the DEMATEL-based ANP (DANP) method, which captures interrelationships among 37 validated CSFs through expert judgment and modeling. The results indicate that Learning and Growth is the most prominent dimension, while Government Support acts as the primary driving dimension. At the global level, ‘Government Policies and Regulation’ has the highest priority, highlighting the importance of a supportive regulatory environment for startup development. These findings provide practical guidance for policymakers, entrepreneurs, and other stakeholders to strengthen the waste management startup ecosystem and advance sustainable waste management in Indonesia.

Source: Evergreen

DOI: 10.5109/7450727

Authors: Safira Nurul Fathia, Romadhani Ardi, Lisna Pratiwi

Institution: University of Indonesia

Language: English

Topic: Waste Management and Recycling

Subfield: Waste Management and Disposal

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: diamond

Funder: Universitas Indonesia