Sophie Vermeer
Erasmus University Rotterdam

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Community-Based Solar Panel Installation and Maintenance Training for Energy Independence in the Riau Islands Sophie Vermeer; Sulaiman Sulaiman; Anna Bakker
Pengabdian: Jurnal Abdimas Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/abdimas.v3i4.3260

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The Riau Islands, like many regions in Indonesia, faces challenges related to energy access and sustainability. Despite efforts to improve energy infrastructure, remote communities continue to struggle with reliable power supply, especially in rural and isolated areas. In response to these challenges, the research explores the potential of community-based solar panel installation and maintenance training as a solution to promote energy independence and sustainability. The study aims to assess the effectiveness of training programs in empowering local communities to independently manage and maintain solar energy systems. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research employed both qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate the impact of the training. Surveys and interviews were conducted with participants from selected communities in the Riau Islands to measure knowledge acquisition, skill development, and the sustainability of the solar panels installed. The results indicate significant improvements in local capacity to install and maintain solar energy systems, leading to enhanced energy independence and reduced reliance on external sources. The study concludes that community-based solar panel training programs can significantly contribute to energy sustainability in remote regions, empowering local populations to take control of their energy needs. The research underscores the importance of investing in renewable energy education as part of broader efforts to achieve energy independence in Indonesia.
The Disruption of Labor Law in the Platform Economy: Towards a Normative Reconfiguration Hermanto Hermanto; Pieter Hendriks; Sophie Vermeer
Rechtsnormen: Journal of Law Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/rjl.v3i3.2216

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Background. The emergence of the platform economy characterized by gig work, algorithmic management, and digital intermediation has profoundly challenged traditional labor law frameworks. Conventional legal categories such as “employee” and “employer” often fail to capture the complexity of work relationships within platform-based environments. As a result, workers engaged in ride-sharing, food delivery, and other digital services are frequently excluded from fundamental labor protections, including minimum wage, social security, and collective bargaining rights. Purpose. This study aims to critically examine how platform-mediated work disrupts existing labor law norms and to propose a normative reconfiguration that reflects the evolving nature of work. Method. The study involved 288 university students from Chinese, Japanese, and Korean TFL settings, and the data from questionnaires were analysed using appropriate statistical methods. Results. The findings reveal widespread legal fragmentation, insufficient protection for platform workers, and a growing tension between labor flexibility and social security. Conclusion. The study concludes that a redefinition of labor status and regulatory categories is essential for restoring legal coherence and ensuring just working conditions in the platform economy. A hybrid regulatory model integrating digital rights with labor standards is proposed as a pathway forward.