Innovation and Technology Based on Research on the Influence of Lead Toxicology towards Health to Create an Eco-Friendly Batik Industry in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals

Abstract

Community welfare in Society 5.0 is the goal of sustainable development, so innovation and technology are expected to help humans without causing environmental damage. Batik is one of the original Indonesian cultural heritage arts recognized by UNESCO. However, the production process in the batik industry still poses some risks of contamination from dyeing waste. This pollution negatively impacts health, such as stunting, neurotoxins, and genetic mutations. Considering the risks posed to craftsmen and the surrounding environment, batik industries need to create innovation and technology to support a safer and environmentally-friendly batik production process. Thus, this effort will contribute to responsible production as well as maintain a healthy and prosperous life for the community. Innovation and technology are based on research results related to lead toxicology in batik dye waste. Some innovations are tea made of Meniran (Gale of the wind) leaves used as an antioxidant against lead-free radicals, a simple biofilter made of Oyong (Chinese okra) sponges, and hand soap made of used cooking oil as a cleanser for residual wax that sticks to hands. These innovations are expected to maintain clean water and proper sanitation in the batik industry. In addition, it is necessary to create appropriate technology like an innovative batik brush, a batik coloring tool with minimal spills and splashes, which can save ink containers and production costs. The results of the activities have been educated to the target villages with a batik industry community forum in Surakarta. Product innovation has been written in a pocketbook and easily applied by the community.