Research summary:
This project aims to develop sustainable and equitable pathways for the valorization of red mud generated from Indonesian bauxite mining through an integrated framework combining environmental remediation, CO₂ adsorption, and construction material development. The project applies a Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCSA) approach, integrating environmental, economic, and social dimensions (including GEDSI principles), to evaluate and optimise the feasibility and impact of different valorization pathways. The outcomes will support evidence-based decision-making, promote circular economy practices, and enable scalable and inclusive implementation involving industry, communities, and policymakers.
Lead Researcher/s (Principal Investigator):
- Ferian Anggara
- Himawan Tri Bayu Murti Petrus
- Agus Prasetya
- Esti Handini
- Agus Saptoro
- Wahidul Biswas
- Januarti Jaya Eka Putri
- Iqlima Nuril Amini
Researchers:
- Lantip Muhammad Dewabrata
- Puput Risdanareni
- Dewi Agustina Iryani
- Heri Rustamaji
- Darmansyah
- Widi Astuti
- Fika Rofiek Mufakhir
- Heru Agung Saputra
Research location:
Indonesia, including BRIN:
- West Kalimantan (bauxite mining and red mud source)
- East Java (material and construction testing – ITS)
- Yogyakarta (laboratory-scale research – UGM)
- Lampung (biomass and biochar development – UNILA)
Selected field sites in collaboration with PT ANTAM:
- Perth and Kalgoorlie (process simulation and LCA/LSCA studies – CURTIN)