A CASE STUDY ON TEXTILE INDUSTRYWASTEWATER CONTAMINATION INPASURUAN

Abstract

Industrial pollution of the Welang River in Pasuruan Regency primarily from textile and chemical manufacturing has led to serious environmental degradation and triggered tensions among businesses, residents, and regulatory bodies. This study explores the issue through the lens of legal theories, core environmental law principles, and foundational legal maxims to shape the conceptual structure of a legal thesis. Central to the analysis are the theories of justice and responsive law, which serve as both theoretical and practical frameworks for enforcing environmental regulations. Key principles such as the polluter pays principle, the precautionary approach, and sustainable development are used to assess the adequacy of legal and policy responses. The maxim "qui facit per alium facit per se" underscores the legal accountability of corporations involved in the pollution. Findings indicate the urgent need for stronger legal enforcement, meaningful public engagement, and policy strategies that align with ecological preservation and social equity. This research offers valuable insights for building a legal thesis that is both academically rigorous and socially impactful.