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The Strategic Role of Nuclear Energy in Supporting the Clean Energy Transition Toward Net Zero Emission Khairah, Muzayyanah Zul; Burhanuddin, Husnul Faihah; Tang, Zulfiani; Aslim, Muhammad Arief Fitrah Istiyanto
Pinisi: Physics Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): Pinisi: Physics Journal
Publisher : Physics Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Makassar

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The transition to clean energy is an urgent global agenda to address climate change and fulfill Net Zero Emission (NZE) commitments, including in Indonesia which targets NZE by 2060. This article analyzes the strategic role of nuclear energy as a low-carbon energy source in supporting the clean energy transition. A literature review of the latest scientific sources discusses the basic principles of nuclear physics in fission reactions, the advantages of nuclear energy over fossil energy in reducing carbon emissions, and the challenges and prospects for developing nuclear technology. The analysis shows that nuclear energy has significant potential to substantially reduce carbon emissions, ensuring energy supply security, and acting as a complement to intermittent renewable energy sources. However, safety issues, radioactive waste management, and initial investment costs are still major challenges that require technological innovation and strict regulations. Thus, nuclear energy deserves to be considered a key pillar in Indonesia's decarbonization strategy and achievement of NZE, provided that it is accompanied by continuous efforts to improve safety standards and risk management.
Vertical Electrical Sounding-Based Delineation of Aquifer Zones in the Gowa Regency: A Case Study at Le Cendekia Islamic Boarding School Aslim, Muhammad Arief Fitrah Istiyanto; Arsyad, Muhammad
Pinisi: Physics Journal Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): Pinisi: Physics Journal
Publisher : Physics Department, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35580/ppj.v1i2.10474

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This study investigates the groundwater potential in the Le Cendekia Islamic Boarding School area, Gowa, using the Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) method with a Schlumberger configuration along a 240 m survey line. The work was motivated by recurring freshwater scarcity despite previous unsuccessful drilling attempts. Field measurements of current, potential difference, and electrode spacing were processed using Microsoft Excel and inverted with Progress software to generate a 1D true resistivity model. The apparent resistivity curve shows a steady increase with depth, indicating a transition from conductive near-surface materials to more resistive formations. The inversion results delineate nine subsurface layers, with the upper 25 m dominated by alluvium and wet clay that function as aquitards due to their low permeability. Below these units lies a conductive saturated clay layer that further restricts vertical groundwater flow. A significantly more resistive layer at approximately 25–30 m is interpreted as fractured or partially consolidated sandstone, suggesting enhanced permeability and potential groundwater storage. Based on these findings, the most favorable drilling depth for preliminary groundwater exploration is recommended at 25–30 m. This study provides essential baseline information to guide groundwater development in the Le Cendekia area.