The Potential Application of the Eco-Pesantren Concept at Pondok Pesantren Mamba'ul Ma'arif Denanyar, Jombang, East Java
Abstract
This research aims to explore the potential application of the Eco-Pesantren concept at Pondok Pesantren Mamba'ul Ma'arif Denanyar, Jombang, East Java. Using an ethnographic method, the study investigates cultural views and environmental practices at the pesantren. Primary data were collected through semi-structured interviews with pesantren administrators, teachers, and students, as well as direct observations of environmentally friendly facilities and waste management practices. In addition, secondary data were obtained from policy documentation and pesantren reports. Data analysis was conducted through the stages of data reduction, presentation, and mapping of potential based on internal strengths and external opportunities. The research findings show that Pondok Pesantren Mamba'ul Ma'arif Denanyar has significant potential to sustainably implement the Eco-Pesantren concept. The pesantren's main strengths include internal regulatory support, active stakeholder involvement, and the availability of human resources and supporting facilities. External opportunities, such as support from the government and international organizations, can also be leveraged to strengthen the implementation of this concept. The study concludes that this pesantren has the capacity to become a model for eco-friendly pesantren, contributing to environmental preservation and sustainable development.