<![CDATA[Abstrak: UMKM Kelapa “Syifa” yang beranggotakan 8 orang di Desa X, Kabupaten Karawang, menghadapi permasalahan pembelahan kelapa secara manual, risiko kerja, belum optimalnya pemanfaatan limbah tempurung, dan keterbatasan alternatif energi. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan kapasitas mitra melalui penerapan alat pembelah kelapa mekanis, burner oli bekas, dan alat pencetak briket. Metode yang digunakan adalah Participatory Technology Development (PTD) melalui observasi, sosialisasi, penerapan teknologi, pelatihan, praktik, pendampingan, serta monitoring dan evaluasi. Evaluasi melibatkan 8 peserta menggunakan 10 pernyataan berskala 1–5 melalui pre-test dan post-test serta observasi keterampilan. Hasil menunjukkan rata-rata skor pengetahuan meningkat dari 1,00 menjadi 4,80 atau sebesar 380,00%. Peserta juga mampu mengikuti pengoperasian, menerapkan keselamatan kerja, dan melakukan pemeliharaan dasar dengan pendampingan. Penerapan alat pencetak briket mulai mendukung pemanfaatan limbah tempurung menjadi produk bernilai tambah.Abstract: Coconut MSMEs "Syifa" consisting of 8 members in X Village, Karawang Regency, face problems of manual coconut splitting, work risks, non-optimal use of shell waste, and limited energy alternatives. This service activity aims to increase the capacity of partners through the application of mechanical coconut splitters, used oil burners, and briquette molding tools. The method used is Participatory Technology Development (PTD) through observation, socialization, technology application, training, practice, mentoring, as well as monitoring and evaluation. The evaluation involved 8 participants using 10 statements on a scale of 1-5 through pre-test and post-test as well as skill observation. The results showed that the average knowledge score increased from 1.00 to 4.80 or by 380.00%. Participants are also able to follow operations, implement work safety, and carry out basic maintenance with assistance. The application of briquette molding equipment begins to support the use of shell waste into value-added products.]]>
