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Our actions and goals
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Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss
Promoting the health and sustainability of land-based ecosystems by employing educational strategies aimed at enhancing awareness, imparting knowledge, and fostering environmental stewardship among individuals and communities to ensure the conservation and restoration of terrestrial habitats and biodiversity for current and future generations.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has pioneered conservation efforts and the greening of higher education areas. The diversity of implemented programs reflects the seriousness and commitment of this institution toward environmental preservation and ecosystem balance.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has taken various concrete steps in greening efforts and environmental conservation. One visible initiative is the utilization of campus lands for greening activities. For instance, creating an herbal garden in the UI Forest City allows students and university staff to become acquainted with various medicinal herbs with health benefits. Besides imparting knowledge about the diversity of medicinal plants, this herbal garden also creates a cool and comfortable environment, promotes awareness of the importance of preserving medicinal herbs, and provides a space for relaxation and reflection.
The Faculty of Humanities at Universitas Indonesia (FIB UI) also demonstrates its commitment to greening efforts by planting 1,000 trees. This step reflects a serious approach to absorbing carbon dioxide and improving the air quality in the surrounding area. The trees planted within the campus environment will provide ecological benefits by reducing pollution and supporting the local ecosystem. This initiative also has the potential to transform the campus environment into a cooler, greener, and more eco-friendly space.
FIB UI, Together with the Heritage City Community, Undertakes the Planting of 1,000 Trees on Campus
Additionally, the UI Vocational Program’s initiative to plant fruit and vegetable trees on vacant land emphasizes land use for productive purposes and supports food availability. This action contributes to the campus’s greening and educates students and the surrounding community about sustainable agricultural practices and the importance of local production. By utilizing available land, the university can support local food security efforts and reduce carbon footprint through more sustainable food production and distribution.
Land Utilization by UI Vocational Program
The cultivation of family medicinal plants (TOGA) in Bogor is an initiative that reflects the integration of environmental conservation and economic empowerment of the community. In this context, planting family medicinal plants (TOGA) has benefits not only for the environment but also has a positive impact on the well-being of the local community. This practice involves planting medicinal plants that are significant in traditional medicine and family health.
In addition to contributing to environmental preservation through the planting of herbal plants, TOGA cultivation also provides an additional source of income for the community. By cultivating medicinal plants, the community can use the harvested products for their needs, such as family health care. Moreover, they also have the opportunity to sell their harvests to local markets or to produce processed herbal products with commercial value. This can increase the economic income of the local community and help improve their welfare.
Through environmental conservation and economic empowerment of the community, the TOGA cultivation practice in Bogor creates a sustainable model that stimulates awareness of the importance of nature conservation while providing tangible social and economic benefits to the local community. Thus, this initiative is a concrete example of efforts to balance environmental conservation and community empowerment, critical pillars of sustainable development.
TOGA Cultivation: Healthy and Economically Valuable
Universitas Indonesia (UI) also recognizes the importance of education and the dissemination of conservation-related information. The series of webinars, such as those on the Maintenance and Protection of Trees at the UI campus in DKI Jakarta and Conservation and Biodiversity in urban areas, are initiatives designed to broaden understanding of the importance of maintaining sustainability and ecological balance, especially in urban areas. Meanwhile, adopting a creative approach, the Demographic Institute of the Faculty of Economics and Business at UI hosted a seminar with a monologue parade concept on the topic of Celebrating the Habitat Crisis in the City. This approach demonstrates that scientific discussions can be presented in a way that is engaging and relevant to the general public.
With its various initiatives and programs, UI has shown that educational institutions play a vital role in promoting and implementing principles of conservation and sustainability. Through concrete actions and education, UI hopes to inspire more parties to contribute to maintaining the balance of nature and ensuring sustainability for future generations.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) is profoundly aware of the importance of sustainable food cultivation and the direct and indirect impacts of food consumption on the environment and societal well-being. Consequently, UI has taken proactive measures in accordance with Universitas Indonesia Rector’s Regulation No. 4 of 2022, which emphasizes the procedures for the procurement of goods/services financed by the university. Advocating the principle of transparency, UI may require suppliers to provide detailed information about the origins of food, ensuring compliance with the sustainable standards established by the university.
By referencing Universitas Indonesia Rector’s Regulation No. 4 of 2022, Universitas Indonesia demonstrates its commitment to becoming a sustainable institution and sets a tangible example for other institutions on integrating sustainability into daily operations. In the long run, actions like these can contribute to realizing UI’s vision as a green and sustainable campus.
The Vocational Education Program’s initiative in 2022 to utilize vacant land on the UI campus for sustainable agricultural activities exemplifies a significant step towards incorporating sustainability within educational institutions. This initiative transcends merely occupying unused spaces; it has comprehensive implications, both educational and environmental. Cultivating various crops, such as fruits, vegetables, tomatoes, chilies, basil, and cassava, enhances the campus’s biodiversity. Different plants attract various pollinators, fostering a vibrant and dynamic ecosystem.
Prioritizing sustainable agricultural practices, the program evidences a dedication to environmental stewardship. Sustainable farming techniques may include rainwater harvesting, composting, organic farming, and integrated pest management. These methods conserve resources and yield healthier produce without damaging the environment.
By cultivating food on campus grounds, the institution can diminish its dependence on external suppliers, which may, in turn, lessen the carbon footprint related to the transportation of food items from remote locations. Freshly harvested goods can be utilized in campus dining facilities, assuring fresh and organic meals for the university community.
Land Utilization at UI Vocational for Sustainable Agricultural Practices
Universitas Indonesia (UI), through its Technical Implementation Unit for Safety, Occupational Health, and Environment (UPT K3L), demonstrates a proactive commitment to ecosystem and biodiversity preservation, illustrating a robust approach to environmental conservation on campus. With a focus on planting rare species and regularly monitoring, maintaining, and replacing endangered flora, UI plays a pivotal role in sustaining urban forests and green spaces on its premises. This initiative reflects the university’s dedication to environmental sustainability and serves as an exemplary model for other educational entities and the broader community.
The Faculty of Psychology at UI, acknowledging the significance of capitalizing on available land, adopts a practical approach by cultivating various fruits, vegetables, and medicinal herbs. Notable among these are Orthosiphon aristatus, chili peppers, purslane, and Miana, valued for their health benefits, including alleviating respiratory ailments, stimulating bone cell growth, and expediting the healing of bone injuries. Culturing these plants signifies the faculty’s contribution to the health of its community and advocates for integrating nature’s remedial attributes into everyday life.
Biodiversity at the Faculty of Psychology
Furthermore, the Faculty of Administrative Sciences (FIA UI) plays an instrumental role in preserving the verdant spaces on campus. By earmarking a specific budget for the upkeep of plant and animal life and executing regular maintenance, FIA UI ensures the thriving of rich plant and animal life, thereby enriching the campus’s overall biodiversity. This dedication to continuous care highlights the university’s commitment to its natural surroundings’ enduring vitality and sustainability.
Green Spaces and Biodiversity Conservation at FIA UI
The Vocational Education Program at Universitas Indonesia (UI) is committed to preserving and enhancing the biodiversity of the current ecosystem through concerted efforts to maintain and expand the existing ecosystems and their biodiversity. This initiative encompasses a range of activities, including cultivating diverse crops such as cassava, basil, tomatoes, and various fruits.
The cultivation of these plants serves several objectives. Primarily, it aids in the conservation of local plant species and encourages biodiversity within the ecosystem. The program’s efforts to grow various crops contribute to maintaining habitats for different plant species, thereby supporting the conservation of a range of indigenous flora.
Moreover, these endeavors are in line with sustainable agricultural practices. The cultivation process could prioritize organic and eco-friendly farming techniques, minimizing dependence on synthetic pesticides and fertilizers that often negatively impact the environment. The program promotes a balanced coexistence between agricultural practices and natural ecosystems by implementing sustainable and ecologically mindful agricultural methods.
Beyond their environmental importance, these crops also offer educational and communal advantages. The program can act as a medium for imparting knowledge on responsible and sustainable agriculture to students, the local community, and broader audiences. This educational aspect equips individuals with the necessary skills and awareness to tackle environmental issues and champion environmentally friendly practices.
Land Utilization by UI’s Vocational Program
The actions taken by Universitas Indonesia (UI) through the Demographic Institute of the Faculty of Economics and Business demonstrate a profound commitment to understanding, formulating policies, and stimulating discussions on critical issues in agriculture, mainly involving students. By creating a policy brief titled “Agricultural Students’ Risk Preferences and Their Willingness to Become Farmers,” UI delves into students’ preferences and perspectives on the challenges and opportunities in the agricultural sector.
This policy brief encompasses research findings on agricultural students’ risk preferences and presents relevant policy recommendations. By detailing these findings in an easily understandable format, the policy brief provides profound insights to readers and valuable information to policymakers, organizations, and the general public concerned with agriculture and the future of young farmers.
Furthermore, the discussions held regarding the youth’s interest in farming are crucial in understanding the aspirations and motivations of the younger generation towards agriculture. Through these discussions, UI creates a space for critical thinking, idea exchange, and drawing inspiration from students, which can ultimately shape policy directions more in tune with the needs and expectations of the younger generation. By supporting research and discussions, UI positively contributes to building awareness, formulating policies, and creating a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the agricultural sector, especially involving the young as agents of change.
Spanning approximately 300 hectares and possessing diverse flora and fauna, Universitas Indonesia (UI) is a center of higher education and a valuable source of knowledge and biodiversity. UI has utilized its natural riches to educate the local and national communities.
The National Bakti Saka Kalpataru and Saka Wanabakti (Pertikawan) Camp is one activity that reflects the deep commitment of Universitas Indonesia (UI) to providing education related to environmental conservation and natural ecosystems. In this event, UI encourages participants, especially Saka Kalpataru and Saka Wanabakti members, to engage in social service and educational activities focused on environmental conservation and biological sustainability.
Participants in the camp have a rare opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the biodiversity of flora and fauna within the UI campus environment. They can learn about various plant and animal species, understand their unique characteristics, and recognize the diverse natural ecosystems around them. More than just knowledge, this activity assists participants in feeling and experiencing firsthand involvement in the efforts to preserve nature.
Through this camping experience, participants can better understand the importance of maintaining the environment and biological sustainability. They can experience the positive impacts of conservation efforts, such as preserving the beauty of nature, protecting wildlife, and maintaining healthy ecosystems. This also creates a strong awareness of our responsibility towards nature and the need to preserve the balance of ecosystems.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) provides a special opportunity for Tunas Global National Plus School students in Depok City to visit its campus. The primary aim of this visit is to impart more profound knowledge about the diversity of flora to the students. Through the experience of this visit, students have a unique chance to interact directly with various types of plants within the UI campus environment.
The visit offers students the chance to understand the vital role of plants in ecosystems. They can observe various plant species, understand the unique characteristics of each, and learn about their ecological functions. Additionally, the students can delve into important concepts such as photosynthesis, plant environments, and the interaction between humans and flora.
This experience broadens the student’s knowledge and sparks their interest in natural sciences and environmental studies. It can stimulate curiosity and awareness of the importance of preserving plants and ecosystems. Through visits like this, UI is a facilitator in educating the younger generation about biodiversity and maintaining nature’s balance.
Student Visit from Tunas Global National Plus School in Depok City to the UI Urban Forest
Not only does Universitas Indonesia (UI) provide education to its internal participants, but it also empowers the surrounding community through a collaboration between the Executive Board of Vocational Students at UI and the Executive Board of Students at UI. Together, they carry out mangrove planting and organize socialization events for the residents on the theme “Mangrove For Nation.” In these socialization events, several experts in the field are present, offering deep insights into the importance of mangroves in protecting the environment and coastal areas and sustaining marine ecosystems.
Through these activities, UI is not just an academic learning center but also embraces its active role as an educational institution that cares about the environment and biological sustainability. By opening doors and involving local and national communities, UI has a widespread positive impact in raising environmental awareness and concern for biodiversity, making this campus an inspiring example of sustainable education in Indonesia.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) is committed to providing education and outreach to local and national communities in sustainable land management, particularly agriculture and tourism. Through these educational programs, UI aims to enhance the understanding and skills of the community in managing land sustainably, taking into account the principles of natural resources and environmental conservation.
The Community Service Team (Pengmas) from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at UI visited the village of Sembalun, Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, to provide solutions for farmers’ ease of access to organic fertilizers through the Liquid Fertilizer Depot Program. This program, organized by the team in collaboration with the Pandu Cendekia Foundation and supported by the Directorate of Community Service and Empowerment (DPPM) at UI, aims to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers. The presence of a liquid fertilizer depot, fulfilling the supply of liquid organic fertilizer, is expected to help maintain the fertility of the land in Sembalun. Additionally, the FMIPA team developed Cocofloor technology, which is used to retain water. Cocofloor is a mix of coconut husk waste and sago water, molded like a carpet and placed under the soil layer, preparing the land for planting.
The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at Universitas Indonesia (UI) has been critical in developing the coconut plantation industry in Munte Village, North Minahasa, North Sulawesi. This village has significant potential in developing the coconut industry, involving various aspects from production to marketing. FMIPA UI has supported the local community in identifying and exploiting existing opportunities. One key aspect is the development of craft products made from coconut raw materials. Through intensive training and guidance, the villagers have learned to process coconut fibers into high-quality craft products, including weavings, bags, and home decorations. These products empower the local economy and also create sustainable job opportunities.
Furthermore, FMIPA UI has also encouraged the community of Munte Village to utilize coconuts in producing Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) and liquid organic fertilizers. VCO is a highly sought-after coconut product with significant health benefits. With the assistance of modern technology, the villagers can produce high-quality VCO, opening up opportunities for export to international markets. Meanwhile, coconut waste can be processed into environmentally friendly liquid organic fertilizer. This fertilizer can be used to enhance agricultural yields and environmental sustainability. Through this approach, FMIPA UI not only helps to improve the welfare of the local community but also contributes positively to managing natural resources and the environment. By harnessing the potential of the coconut industry in an integrated manner, Munte Village is moving closer to the vision of sustainable economic development.
Utilizing Coconuts to Create Signature Products of Munte by FMIPA UI
The Community Service Team of the Vocational Education Program at Universitas Indonesia has conducted training and mentoring in Sidatapa Village, Bali, to enhance the capabilities of Human Resources (HR) in the tourism industry. In Banjar Subdistrict, Buleleng District, Sidatapa Village has excellent potential as an attractive tourist destination. A unique feature of Sidatapa Village is its tradition of bamboo weaving, which has been handed down from generation to generation. Through this training and mentoring, the community of Sidatapa Village has been empowered with new knowledge and skills, enabling them to optimize their local tourism potential. In addition to supporting tourism development, this initiative also aims to maintain the village’s cultural and traditional heritage, making it more competitive and sustainable in the ever-growing tourism industry.
Enhancing HR Capabilities in Bali Tourism Village
The Demography Institute (LD) of the Faculty of Economics and Business at UI has issued policy briefs “Utilization of Superior Seeds in the Indonesian Government’s Rice Seed Assistance Program” and “Improving the Quality of the Central Government’s Rice Seed Assistance Program.” The first policy brief maps farmers’ utilization of various rice seed varieties and explains the differences in productivity and technical efficiency among different seed varieties. This policy brief offers several strategic intervention proposals that are expected to optimize the implementation of the government’s rice seed assistance program.
Rice Seed Policy Brief from the Faculty of Economics and Business at UI
An initiative that entails proactive engagement in activities and measures designed to protect, restore, and enhance terrestrial ecosystems, incorporating practical conservation efforts, sustainable practices, and community involvement to maintain biodiversity and ecological balance on land, thereby securing the wellbeing of these habitats for future sustainability.
Rector’s Decision No. 084/SK/R/UI/1988 on the Designation of New Campus Land for Greening at Universitas Indonesia as an Area for Development and Expansion of the UI Urban Forest represents one of the proactive steps taken by Universitas Indonesia (UI) in maintaining the sustainability of terrestrial ecosystems within the campus environment. With this policy, a portion of the Depok UI Campus area has been designated for constructing and developing an urban forest, an important initiative in preserving and restoring the existing terrestrial ecosystems in the campus area.
This policy reflects UI’s deep commitment to environmental preservation and responds to the need to conserve, restore, and sustainably utilize terrestrial ecosystems. The designation of an area for the urban forest signifies that UI is actively paying attention to the protection and sustainability of terrestrial ecosystems surrounding the campus. This is vital for maintaining biodiversity and serves as an effort to create green open spaces that contribute positively to air quality, the well-being of the campus community, and environmental aesthetics.
Policy on Sustainable Use, Conservation, and Restoration of Land
The development and expansion of the UI urban forest have several primary objectives. First, it is a supportive facility for education and research for students and academics at Universitas Indonesia. This urban forest becomes a natural laboratory that complements the learning process at the university, providing students with opportunities to understand ecology, biodiversity, and ecosystem dynamics firsthand. Second, the UI urban forest acts as a venue for collecting and conservating germplasm, where native plant species can be preserved and maintained. This is important in maintaining the genetic diversity of plants, which is a valuable asset in developing various cultivated crops. Lastly, the urban forest area also serves as a water catchment area, assisting in maintaining groundwater quality and reducing the risk of flooding and soil erosion.
By reaffirming this commitment through Rector’s Decision No. 2446/SK/R/UI/2016 on the Master Plan for the New UI Depok Campus for the 2016-2026 Period, Universitas Indonesia demonstrates its resolve to continue the development and expansion of the urban forest as an integral part of the university’s sustainability vision. This step reflects UI’s active role in preserving the environment and supporting a sustainable approach to using terrestrial ecosystems in its campus environment.
Master Plan for the New UI Depok Campus
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has reaffirmed its commitment to identifying, monitoring, and protecting plant and animal species on the IUCN Red List and other conservation lists. To achieve this goal, UI refers to existing regulations, including the Regulation of the Minister of Environment and Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia Number 106 of 2018 on Protected Plant and Animal Species, as well as Government Regulation No. 7 of 1999 on the Preservation of Plant and Animal Species.
The measures taken by UI encompass several important aspects. UI actively identifies and monitors species that fall under the protected category, including plants (flora) and animals (fauna). This action forms an essential basis for a deeper understanding of these species’ populations, distribution, and conservation status in the regions where UI operates.
UI also plays a role in developing protection and preservation plans for protected species. Thus, concrete steps can be taken to prevent extinction and maintain the populations of these species. These plans include concrete actions such as protecting natural habitats, reducing threats to species, and supporting efforts to recover populations.
UI actively contributes to preserving Indonesia’s biodiversity by following these regulations and implementing these measures. Furthermore, UI supports government efforts to maintain this precious natural heritage, which significantly impacts ecosystem balance and the sustainability of the environment in Indonesia. This proactive and crucial step in conservation and preservation is necessary for educational institutions and communities to maintain the natural wealth of this country.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has taken tangible steps in preserving local biodiversity as an integral part of its campus’s planning and development process. One approach adopted includes incorporating biodiversity conservation into the physical development process, including constructing new buildings. As part of the 2016-2026 Master Plan, UI mandates that all physical development must consider the sustainability of the campus forest and preserve local biodiversity. A concrete method to achieve this is by maintaining the building coefficient at a limit of 15%, ensuring that green areas and biodiversity are preserved amidst campus infrastructure development.
The importance of biodiversity conservation is also reflected in the Rector’s Decision of Universitas Indonesia Number: 2446/SK/R/UI/2016 regarding the Master Plan for the New UI Depok Campus for 2016-2026. This decision regulates water management intending to develop water resources in the UI Depok Campus area, reflecting UI’s attention to environmental aspects, including the sustainability of water resources.
The participation of faculties at Universitas Indonesia (UI) in efforts to preserve biodiversity is concrete evidence of UI’s commitment to this aspect. A tangible example is the initiative the Faculty of Psychology took, which has remodeled its campus cafeteria by adding green open spaces. By creating more green areas, the faculty has fostered a more environmentally friendly setting, supporting the preservation of biodiversity.
Remodeling of the Faculty of Psychology Cafeteria with the Addition of Green Open Spaces
Similarly, the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB UI) and Vocational Studies have taken steps to repurpose unused parking areas into gardens. By maximizing available space, they contribute to the efforts in maintaining biodiversity. These actions positively impact environmental conservation and simultaneously create beneficial green spaces for the entire campus community.
Through these endeavors, UI has made preserving biodiversity an integral part of campus development. This reflects an awareness of the importance of environmental sustainability and biodiversity, as well as a commitment to continue contributing to natural conservation at a local level. Thus, UI plays a crucial role in maintaining the natural wealth and ecosystems of its surroundings and serves as an example for other educational institutions and communities in the pursuit of environmental preservation.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has taken proactive measures to mitigate the impact of alien species on its campus, in line with the Indonesian Ministry of Environment and Forestry Regulation Number P.94/MenLHK/SetJen/Kum.1/12/2016 regarding Invasive Species. This policy is crucial in preserving biodiversity and human health within the campus environment. UI carries out the identification, monitoring, and evaluation of invasive alien species present on campus. Subsequently, efforts to prevent and control their spread are conducted through population management.
Monitoring and evaluation have revealed that the Red Devil fish has spread throughout all lakes on the UI campus. However, the whole risk level of this species has not been completely identified. Therefore, UI thoroughly monitors this species’ behavior and potential impacts and takes appropriate preventive actions to minimize risks to campus biodiversity and ecosystems.
With this policy in place, UI demonstrates its commitment to preserving the sustainability of its campus environment and protecting biodiversity from the negative impacts of invasive alien species. Through these measures, UI strives for a balanced and sustainable campus environment for all living beings.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has showcased its commitment to preserving land ecosystems by engaging local communities and other partners through collaborative activities. UI’s involvement in land ecosystem conservation through the cultivation of Family Medicinal Plants (TOGA) in Sasak Panjang Village, Tajur Halang District, Bogor Regency, serves as a tangible testament to its commitment to maintaining land ecosystems and involving local communities and other stakeholders in these efforts. UI has been actively engaged in this project through partnerships with the Human Initiative and academics from Padjadjaran University (UNPAD).
In the TOGA cultivation project, UI and its partners collaborate to educate the local community on cultivation methods and the benefits of TOGA. This step creates awareness among the local populace about the importance of family medicinal plants for health. Moreover, through this approach, UI also introduces sustainable farming techniques to the community, aiding them in developing new agricultural skills that positively impact environmental sustainability.
Cultivation of Healthy and High Economic Value TOGA by the Faculty of Pharmacy
The involvement of Universitas Indonesia (UI) in conserving the Ciliwung River through tree planting activities, fish seeding, and disaster education is a concrete example of UI’s active role in maintaining the sustainability of river ecosystems and benefiting the surrounding community. These activities are the result of a collaboration between the Student Executive Body of Universitas Indonesia (BEM UI) and the Ciliwung Care Community Movement for a Clean Ciliwung River (KPC Gema Bersuci), demonstrating a partnership between UI students and the environmental care community.
Through this collaboration, UI takes proactive steps in providing education to the communities around the Ciliwung River. In these efforts, UI raises community awareness about the importance of maintaining the sustainability of river ecosystems and facing potential natural disasters. Actions such as tree planting and fish seeding also support the restoration of river ecosystems, which can positively impact environmental sustainability.
UI and Citizens Plant Trees and Scatter Fish Seeds on National River Day
Universitas Indonesia (UI) participates in a social-health entrepreneurship empowerment program with a focus on WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) in Mataram, supported by the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) at UI and the Rumah Senja Foundation, with a dual objective. The program aims to empower the elderly to manage their environment’s cleanliness while raising awareness about the importance of sanitation and clean water.
In this partnership, UI and its partners collaborate to optimize community economic empowerment opportunities by managing organic waste. This step supports waste reduction and the sustainable use of resources. Furthermore, the program provides education and awareness to the community about the importance of sanitation and water hygiene, which positively impacts the health and well-being of the local community.
Through a combination of social entrepreneurship approaches and education, UI actively contributes to maintaining the sustainability of land ecosystems, reducing negative environmental impacts, and, at the same time, improving the quality of life of the local community.
A waste management approach that prioritizes the protection of terrestrial habitats by ensuring the responsible disposal of refuse, minimizing soil contamination and preserving the natural state of land-based ecosystems. It involves strategies that reduce landfill impact through recycling, composting, and the safe treatment of hazardous substances.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has established stringent water quality standards and wastewater disposal guidelines to protect and preserve ecosystems, wildlife, and human health and well-being. UI’s compliance with environmental regulations is rigorous, referencing Government Regulation Number 22 of 2021 on the Implementation of Environmental Protection and Management. Chapter III of this regulation, which addresses Water Quality Management, lists the national standards UI must follow and adhere to. In addition, UI also complies with the Minister of Environment and Forestry Regulation on Water Pollution Control Number 68 of 2016, which governs Wastewater Quality Standards as the water quality benchmark that must be met in waste disposal.
To maintain water quality and minimize negative environmental impacts, UI implements the Domestic Wastewater Disposal Guidelines regulated by the Minister of Public Works and Public Housing Number 04/PRT/M/2017 of 2017. These guidelines regulate the domestic wastewater management system to ensure UI’s wastewater disposal complies with the established standards. Furthermore, UI has a clean water conservation policy encapsulated in the Rector’s Decision Number 1309 of 2011. Through this policy, UI commits to maintaining and managing clean water efficiently and promotes awareness and responsibility for using clean water within the campus environment. With these strict policies and standards, UI emerges as an educational institution responsible and dedicated to preserving environmental sustainability.
Within the faculties of Universitas Indonesia (UI), concrete steps have been taken to manage water disposal efficiently and in an environmentally friendly manner. A tangible example of these efforts is found at the Faculty of Public Health (FKM UI) canteen, where a grease trap has been installed. A grease trap is designed to capture oil and fat in wastewater from the canteen. Using this grease trap, oils and fats can be filtered and dealt with separately before the wastewater is disposed of elsewhere. This measure not only helps to reduce environmental pollution but also supports a more sustainable water management system.
Water Waste Management at the Faculty of Public Health
The Faculty of Psychology at UI has also taken innovative steps by utilizing residual water from air conditioning (AC) systems to irrigate plants that require larger quantities of water and do not tolerate mineral water. This water is also used to clean toilets, maximize water use, and reduce resource waste. In addition, the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB UI) has taken a proactive step by constructing a specialized Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) to treat canteen wastewater. This WWTP uses an aerobic biological process with the aid of membranes, allowing the wastewater to be treated efficiently before being released into the environment.
These measures demonstrate UI’s various faculties’ awareness and commitment to maintaining environmental sustainability and minimizing negative impacts on the ecosystem. By implementing these environmentally friendly technologies and practices, UI sets a positive example for the campus community and the surrounding society in managing water disposal responsibly.
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has taken concrete steps to reduce the use of plastic and plastic waste within its campus environment. As part of its efforts to achieve this goal, UI has enacted policies governing plastic waste management on campus. In 2019, UI issued the UI Rector Regulation No. 4 2019 concerning the Zero Plastic Program in Universitas Indonesia Environment. This policy unequivocally directs the university toward reducing plastic usage by eliminating disposable plastics on campus.
As a part of UI, the Faculty of Computer Science (Fasilkom) has also participated in this initiative. Fasilkom issued Circular Letter SE-002/UN2.F11.D/RTK.00/2019, which appeals to all members of the academic community, Fasilkom partners, and business operators in the Fasilkom UI canteen to reduce the use of plastic waste. Furthermore, the Faculty of Administrative Science (FIA) has played a role by issuing the FIA Dean’s Decree Number SK-25/UN2.F16.D/HKP.02.04/2022. This policy emphasizes reducing paper and plastic usage within the Faculty of Administrative Science UI environment. The School of Environmental Science (SIL) has also contributed through Circular Letter SE-05/UN2.F13.D1/HKP.04/2023, which invites all SIL UI academic community members to commit to environmentally friendly living behaviors.
Through these measures, UI and its faculties strive to create an environmentally friendly campus environment and invite the entire academic community to actively participate in reducing the use of plastic and plastic waste and educate about the importance of sustainable living behaviors.
The Universitas Indonesia (UI) faculties have demonstrated their commitment to implementing policies that support environmental sustainability, particularly in reducing plastic and plastic waste. One concrete step that has been taken is the enactment of various efforts to support reducing plastic use.
For example, several faculties at UI have banned using plastic straws in their canteens. This ban aims to reduce the amount of disposable plastic waste that often contaminates the environment. In addition, these faculties also encourage students and staff to bring their own tumblers or water bottles, thereby reducing the use of disposable plastic bottles. Personal tumblers or water bottles can be refilled, which helps to reduce plastic waste.
Furthermore, several faculties have provided refillable water stations at various points on campus, making it easier for students and staff to refill their bottles without purchasing bottled water in plastic containers. These steps reflect UI’s commitment to reducing the negative environmental impact and acting as an educational institution supporting sustainable daily life practices.
The “Waste for Scholarship” program implemented by the Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Indonesia (UI) is a highly positive initiative that combines environmental sustainability with education. This program aims to create a funding source to provide scholarships to students while actively addressing the issue of electronic waste and paper waste.
Within the framework of this program, the faculty collects electronic and paper waste from various sources, such as students, staff, and possibly from external parties. If possible, this waste is then processed or recycled to generate funds. These funds are then used to provide scholarships to students, which can assist them in their education at the Faculty of Psychology UI.
Waste for Scholarship Program of the Faculty of Psychology
To reduce paper and plastic usage, the Faculty of Public Health at UI began developing various applications, including the Student Letter Request Application (PERMISA). The PERMISA application is used in Academic and Student Affairs services to request letters. In addition to student letters, the service for issuing letters signed by leaders has been done online through the General Administration subunit. The General Administration Service has also developed another application for distributing leader dispositions through the Public Health Faculty Disposition page.
Faculty of Public Health Action Plan for Reducing Plastic Waste
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has undertaken substantial measures to manage toxic and hazardous waste on its campus grounds effectively. This endeavor is governed by the Rector’s Decree No. 1305/SK/R/UI/2011, detailing the Policy for the Management of Toxic and Hazardous Material Waste at Universitas Indonesia. This regulation highlights UI’s commitment to fostering a waste management system that is not just hygienic and eco-friendly but also sustainable for handling toxic and hazardous waste.
UI stresses the significance of hygienic and ecologically sound waste management practices. These practices encompass the appropriate treatment, storage, transport, and disposal of toxic and hazardous waste materials to avert potential damage to the environment, human health, and neighboring communities.
In line with this directive, various units and faculties at UI, such as the Faculty of Public Health, have implemented a detailed management protocol specifically intended for toxic and hazardous waste, commonly referred to as B3 waste. This protocol upholds safe and hygienic standards, carefully segregating waste according to its nature and properties. The waste is then classified, labeled, and marked with the correct symbols to guarantee appropriate management and elimination. B3 waste typically arises from diverse educational and research activities, laboratories, and other workplaces within UI, involving chemicals such as inks, toners, and electronic parts.
UI has partnered with various external organizations to augment its waste management initiatives. These collaborations are designed to optimize the gathering, processing, and discarding operations for B3 waste. By enacting these strategies, UI confirms the secure handling of toxic and hazardous waste and exhibits its resolve toward environmental stewardship and the health and safety of the campus population.
Faculty of Public Health Hazardous Waste Management Plan
The Faculty of Psychology has developed a structured method that entails meticulous sorting, labeling, and discarding of these substances. Initially, when toxic and hazardous waste materials are produced, they are methodically classified according to their variety and characteristics. This categorization is crucial as various kinds of waste might present different levels of danger and necessitate specific methods for handling and disposal. The university can ascertain that these substances are processed and eliminated appropriately through precise identification and categorization.
Moreover, correct labeling is a critical component in administering toxic and hazardous waste. Each type of waste material is tagged with labels that reflect its particular properties and the risks associated. Consistent and clear labeling aids in recognizing the characteristics of the waste, its potential threats, and the essential precautions for its safe handling and disposal. This practice guarantees that all personnel involved in the waste management procedure are adequately informed and capable of taking necessary safety actions.
Lastly, the secure handling and elimination of these substances are of utmost significance. After being sorted and labeled, the university abides by stringent protocols and regulations for the safe control and disposal of toxic and hazardous waste. This frequently involves employing specialized receptacles, storage amenities, and certified waste removal services to ensure that the materials do not threaten the environment or public health.
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