SDG 6 : Improve Clean Water and Sanitation

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Wukirsari Partner Village: Integrated Agriculture Development Based on Waste Management and Processing

News Release Waste Management Thursday, 25 July 2024

To carry out higher educationTri Dharma, The Faculty of Biology UGM initiated the Partner Village program at Wukirsari Village, Cangkringan District, Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta Province. A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Dean of the Faculty of Biology UGM, Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono, M.Agr.Sc., and the Head of Wukirsari Village, Mr. Handung Tri Rahmawan, on June 5, 2024, for community service activities with a duration of 5 years. The 2024 activities focus on the Integrated Agriculture Development program incorporating waste management and processing. The proposing team from the Faculty of Biology UGM for the Wukirsari Partner Village program is chaired by Rina Sri Kasiamdari, S.Si., Ph.D., with members including Prof. Dr. Diah Rachmawati, S.Si., M.Si.; Dr. Maryani, M.Sc.; Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M.App.Sc.; Utaminingsih, S.Si., M.Sc.; Dr. Aprilia Sufi Subiastuti, S.Si.; Dr. Siti Nurbaiti, S.Si.; Novita Yustinadiar, S.Si., M.Si.; and Dr. Wiko Arif Wibowo, S.Si.

The first activity was held on Monday, July 22, 2024, in Sruni Hamlet, targeting the PKK (Family Welfare Empowerment) group. This activity focused on introducing waste, economically valuable waste management, and organic waste processing. Rina Sri Kasiamdari, the team leader, stated that this activity will be conducted continuously, starting with waste introduction and processing, hydroponics and microalgae introduction, and using organic fertilizers from waste processing for home gardening. “The issue of waste management needs special attention from all of us in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, including Sleman, especially since waste management has returned to the local government,” said Rina in her speech.

The presentations began with Ria Karyanto, S.Kom., discussing waste banks and continued with an introduction to organic fertilizers delivered by Dr. Maryani, M.Sc.. Next, Novita Yustinadiar, S.Si., M.Si., conducted training on making solid organic fertilizers, and Dr. Aprilia Sufi Subiastuti, S.Si., led a session on creating liquid organic fertilizers. This session was attended by 37 PKK members from Sruni Hamlet. Based on the questionnaires and testimonials from the PKK group, the community generally did not know about the types of waste, waste management, and waste processing into organic fertilizers. During the first activity of the Partner Village program, compost bags were distributed to each resident for home application, and compost buckets distributed to groups of residents, which were monitored monthly by the team.

This program is related to various aspects of the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), particularly SDG number 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), but also related to SDG number 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), 13 (Climate Action), and 15 (Life on Land).

Contributing to Increasing Biosecurity Innovation and Biodiversity Conservation, Faculty of Biology UGM Holds the 8th National Seminar on Tropical Biology

Cooperation Headline Tuesday, 23 July 2024

Yogyakarta, 20 July 2024 — The Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held the 8th National Seminar on Tropical Biology (SNBT) on 20 July 2024. This year, the seminar was held in a hybrid with “Biosecurity Innovation and Tropical Biodiversity Conservation” theme. This event, which was held at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Biology, aims to provide a platform for academics, researchers, practitioners and students to discuss current issues and innovative solutions in biosecurity and biodiversity conservation in tropical regions. This seminar activity began with a report from Dr. Siti Nurbaiti as chair of the 2024 SNBT Committee, followed by remarks by Prof. Dr. Mirwan Ushada, Director of Research representing the Rector of UGM and opened by Prof. Dr. Budi Setiadi Daryono. M.Agr.Sc., as Dean of the Faculty of Biology UGM. This seminar was attended by around 100 participants from 21 institutions in Indonesia. On this occasion, an MoU was also signed between the Faculty of Biology UGM and PT. Rentokil Indonesia. It is hoped that this collaboration can be a form of synergy between academics and industry, especially regarding the issue of biosecurity and Indonesian biodiversity.

As the first keynote speaker, Ir. Medrilzam from BAPPENAS raised the topic “The Role of Government Policy for Biodiversity Conservation”. In his presentation, Ir. Medrilzam delivered the Indonesian Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (IBSAP), the Indonesian government’s strategy for preserving biodiversity, and how these policies are expected to shape people’s behavior towards a positive nature.

As the second speaker, Drs. Heri Susanto from PT. Rentokil Indonesia discussed “The Role of Biological Science and Digital Technology in Sustainable and Environmentally Friendly Pest Control”. In this session, Drs. Heri Susanto conveyed the exploration of the integration of biological science with digital technology to develop pest control methods that are more effective and environmentally friendly.

The third speaker, Mrs. Rina Sri Kasiamdari, Ph.D. delivered material on “The Role of Fungi in Biosecurity and Biodiversity Conservation”. The focus of this discussion is the role of fungi as biosecurity agents in maintaining biodiversity, as well as how fungi can be used in conservation efforts.

The plenary session of the three speakers was enlivened with questions from seminar participants ranging from biodiversity protection related to infrastructure developments to opportunities for food source options with high nutrition from the variety of diversity that Indonesia has to meet food needs and in terms of handling. pest. The seminar activities were continued with parallel sessions filled with presentations by the participant speakers on various research titles, which were carried out offline and online.

The 8th SNBT in 2024 was closed by Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M.App.Sc., as Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Collaboration and Alumni Affairs. In his closing remarks, he said that SNBT is a forum for increasing understanding of biosecurity and tropical biodiversity conservation through in-depth discussions with experts in the field, thereby inspiring innovation and collaboration between academics, researchers and practitioners in efforts to protect biodiversity, encourage policy development and new strategies that can be implemented to preserve the environment and support the sustainability of tropical ecosystems. It is also hoped that this national seminar will create synergistic cooperation between the participants who attend, which is expected to be a positive thing that can build and provide more impact regarding issues related to the topic of biosecurity and tropical biodiversity conservation in the future. Furthermore, this seminar plays a role in implementing several points of Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s): 2. Zero hunger, 3. Good health and well-being, 4. Quality education, 6. Access to clean water and sanitation, 7. Affordable and clean and energy, 9. Industry, innovation and infrastructure, 11. Sustainable cities and communities, 13. Climate change action, 14. Maintaining marine ecosystems, 15. Maintaining land ecosystems and 17. Partnerships for the goals.

The 7th International Summer Course in Sustainable Development Lecture Series Raises the Potential of Microalgae Bioprospecting

News Release Friday, 19 July 2024

Yogyakarta, 19 July 2024 – As part of the 2024 7th International Summer Course in Sustainable Development lecture series, the online lecture session continues after the previous lecture series on Wednesday (17/7) with researchers from Nottingham University. In this series, we present a microalgae expert from the Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M.App.Sc. which carries the topic of microalgae biorefinery, in accordance with the theme promoted by ISC this year “Sustainable Bioprospecting of Tropical Biodiversity”.

Dr. Eng. Thoriq Teja Samudra, one of the lecturers at the Biotechnology Laboratory, Faculty of Biology, UGM, acted as moderator this time. He introduced Dr. Eko is one of the researchers in the same laboratory and also the inventor of various innovations related to microalgae. His research collaborates with various sectors and researchers from other fields such as chemical engineering.

Dr. Eko explained his presentation entitled “Microalgae Biorefinery: Integration Biorefinery and Biofuel”. The scarcity of fuel from petroleum over time has become one of the backgrounds for the development of microalgae biofuel. In addition, commonly used fossil fuels cause an increase in CO2 concentrations in the atmosphere, which is one of the triggers for climate change. Microalgae have great potential as biofuel, which is able to supply energy to produce biofuel while reducing CO2 levels in the atmosphere which is used in the photosynthesis process.

Apart from its potential as an alternative fuel, microalgae provide other bio prospective potential including cosmetics, potential food, and so on. Dr. Eko added that the extracted and purified algae biomass will produce various potential sustainable products: food, biodiesel, fertilizer, animal feed, chemicals and so on. This makes a major contribution to various sectors ranging from food security, health, energy, to tackling climate change.

The summer course participants were enthusiastic in attending all the lectures, it is hoped that through these activities students can contribute to innovation in the development of sustainable research products while maintaining the balance of the ecosystem and biodiversity within it.

UGM Students Empower Sompok Village Women to Process Fruit Peel Waste into Eco Enzymes.

News Release Waste Management Thursday, 11 July 2024

Wednesday, July 10, 2024, The Faculty of Biology Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) proudly announces an event titled “Workshop on Eco Enzymes Production from Fruit Peel Waste.” This activity is part of the Community Service Program (KKN) coordinated by Nur Indah Septriani, S.Si., M.Sc., Ph.D., a lecturer at the Faculty of Biology, UGM, and led by Rizquita Brillianti, a student from the Faculty of Biology, UGM. The workshop took place at the SSB Pavilion in Dusun Sompok, Sriharjo. The workshop was attended by 20 participants from the Sompok Women Farmers Group (KWT) and the village head, Mrs. Nur Latifah.

The workshop is designed to teach the Women Farmers Group to transform fruit peel waste into eco enzymes. Eco enzymes could reduce the reliance on chemical products in daily activities, promoting eco-friendly products to decrease environmental pollution. This objective aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDGs No.3 on Good Health and Well-being, SDGs No.6 on Clean Water and Sanitation, SDGs No.7 on Affordable and Clean Energy, and SDGs No.12 on Responsible Consumption and Production. It is hoped that the Women Farmers Group will obtain new knowledge and support the efforts to preserve the environment sustainably.

UGM Students Empower Sompok Village Women to Process Fruit Peel Waste into Eco Enzymes.

Community Service Thursday, 11 July 2024

The Marine Study Group Organized Oceans Day 2024: Caring for the Ocean, Caring for Each Other

News Release Student Activities Tuesday, 4 June 2024

On Saturday and Sunday, May 18-19, 2024, the Marine Study Group (KSK) organized a series of events for Oceans Day 2024: Caring for the Ocean, Caring for Each Other. On the first day, May 18, 2024, a beach cleanup activity was held at Slili Beach, Gunungkidul. The event started at 11:05 WIB, followed by remarks from Jagad Wenang Suryoaji (DXXIII), the Chairperson of Oceans Day 2024, and Mr. Parvez Alam, the partner and sponsor. The activities included games, participated by the KSK committee, volunteer participants, children from Al Khusna orphanage, and even Mr. Parvez Alam and his daughter, Lilja Alam. The beach cleanup was conducted following the grouping of participants and location assignments as directed by Slili Beach authorities, along with a briefing on waste separation. This activity continued until 12:05 WIB followed by a break.

After the break, there was a session on education and creation of artworks guided by Alisha Syavitri Ramadhani A (DXXIII) and Muhammad Haidar Ali (DXXIV). Participants were divided into groups and given one hour to create artwork from recycled plastic bottles, followed by a presentation session guided by organizers. Next, an enjoyable activity, capoeira was held at Slili Beach with Mr. Parvez and Lilja. After the games, representatives from Al-Khusna orphanage and volunteers shared their impressions of today’s event. The event concluded with a speech from Mr. Parvez and a group photo.

On Sunday, May 19, 2024, the Marine Study Group (KSK) of the Faculty of Biology, Gadjah Mada University, successfully held the Marine Studies Forum (FKK) titled “Blue Economy as a Response to the Massive Growth of Mass Tourism: Reality or Vision?” The event took place at the Tropical Biology Auditorium, Faculty of Biology, and online via Zoom meeting. This forum aimed to discuss marine issues from various perspectives through sharing and discussion methods, featuring Mr. Supriyanta, S.Sos., M.M. from the Gunungkidul Tourism Office and Dr. Imam Musthafa Zainuddin from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) as speaker.

The Marine Studies Forum (FKK) hosted by Angga Firza Pratama and Grace River Theofilia Putri Subadi and attended by 65 participants from KSK members, volunteers, and external parties from the Faculty of Biology and beyond UGM. The forum began with opening remarks by the MC, followed by singing the Indonesian national anthem, the Gadjah Mada University hymn, and the KSK anthem. The event was preceded with speeches from Muhammad Ariq Alfito, Chairman of KSK Biogama, and Jagad Wenang Suryoaji, the event chairman. Next, an introductory video on the Blue Economy and Mass Tourism shown, followed by an initial discussion between the MC and the speakers.

Proceeding to the main event, the first interview shown, focusing on tourism in Gunungkidul, followed by a discussion with the speakers and Koor KK. Next, a second interview video on marine biota was shown, leading to a discussion with the speakers, Koor KK, and external parties. Following the discussion, there was a presentation and Q&A session with Mr. Supriyanta, S.Sos., M.M. from the Gunungkidul Tourism Office, and a token of appreciation was given to the first speaker. The event continued with a presentation and Q&A session with Dr. Imam Musthafa Zainuddin from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), and tokens of appreciation were given to the speakers at the end of the session. The Marine Study Forum concluded with a session for impressions and messages, followed by closing remarks and a summary. [Author: KSK]

OCEANS DAY 2023 : “Stop Plastic Waste Polluting The Sea!”

Headline News Release Student Activities Waste Management Monday, 21 August 2023

Sunday, 4 June 2023 Oceans Day 2023 was held by the Marine Studies Group of the Faculty of Biology UGM as part of their participation in World Ocean Day on June 8 and was attended by 56 members of Marine Study Group and 18 volunteers from Faculty of Biology UGM. Ocean Day 2023 has the theme “Stop Plastic Waste Polluting the Sea” and comprised two main activities: a seminar and beach cleanup.

The Seminar began at 08.30 to 11.00 at the auditorium of Biology Tropika and was guided by Renisha Windy Puspita Sari (DXXII) and Ahmad Aris B. R. (DXXIII). The seminar began with a welcoming speech from Filda Mega AYU as chairperson of the committee and A. Najib Dhiaurahman , the chairperson of Marine Study Group. Then the seminar continued with a presentation on plastic waste management to reduce water pollution and its solution through marine biology by Tyas Ikhsan Hikmawan, M.Sc., Ph.D. followed by discussion.

The next series of activities was beach clean-up at Baros Beach which took place 13.00 WIB to 16.00 WIB. This beach cleaning activity is a volunteer activity carried out directly on the shores of Baros Beach, collecting scattered waste in the area and educating about marine waste management.

May the knowledge and experience that has been given at Oceans Day 2023 not stop at this event alone, but be accepted and implemented continuously by all participants , and shared with anyone. Eternal and unlimited, invincible and powerful, such is the ocean. Together, let’s save the seas from all damage and pollution because this can be a real action to protect future generations. Happy World Sea Day! Cheers to Jay KSK!

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