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Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development
Published by Universitas Indonesia
ISSN : -     EISSN : 26556847     DOI : https://doi.org/10.7454/
Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development (JESSD) is a biannual refereed journal which provides an opportunity for academics, practitioners, policymaker, and community to examine and exchange on a wide range of environmental issues and bridges the gap between research and the application of environmental science in management and policy practices. The JESSD includes and promotes scientific work and practical dimensions of environmental science and sustainable development issues, from the developing countries, especially in South East Asia region, and also strengthens the collaboration between the developed and developing countries around the world.
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SUSTAINABLE WATER MANAGEMENT IN UNIVERSITIES: PERCEPTIONS, BEHAVIOURS, AND CHALLENGES Setiani, Hastin; Sutjiningsih, Dwita; Sari, Riri Fitri
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Universities are increasingly adopting the “living laboratory” model to implement and evaluate sustainability innovations. These settings enable students, staff, and stakeholders to co-create and test real-world solutions, including those related to water use. Universitas Indonesia promotes sustainability through an integrated approach encompassing policy development, academics programs, and infrastructures. Prior studies using the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) have demonstrated that attitudes and perceived norms significantly influence sustainable behavior. However, limited research has examined how these dynamics operate within Indonesian universities or how university-based initiatives may contribute to broader urban water management. This study addresses that gap by examining perceptions, behaviors, and challenges related to sustainability in a university, while also assessing the relevance of campus-based interventions to inform wider urban sustainability transitions. A cross-sectional, non-probability survey was conducted with 87 students and staff at the Health Sciences Cluster Building (RIK UI), Universitas Indonesia. A structured questionnaire was use to assess participants’ understanding of sustainability, perceptions of institutional performance, initiative effectiveness, course evaluations, and behavior frequency. Validity and reliability testing confirmed internal consistency. Chi-square tests were used to examine associations among variables, qualitative analysis, and multiple linear regression was used to identify behavioral predictors. Respondents identified inadequate infrastructure and ineffective communication as barriers. Despite high level of awareness, reported engagement in water-saving practices remained low. Chi-square results revealed significant associations between perception and behavior. Regression analysis revealed that sustainability understanding and perceptions of institutional performance were significant predicted of the frequency of sustainable behaviour, aligning with TPB’s attitude and subjective norm. These findings show that awareness alone is not sufficient—targeted sustainability education is needed to motivate behavior change. When embedded in university living laboratories, such education can help bridge the awareness–action gap and support scalable solutions for urban water governance.
GREEN INNOVATION: OPTIMIZING THE POTENTIAL OF PLASTIC WASTE AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO FOSSIL FUELS Alfiyani, Hani; Gusmayanti, Evi; Wahyuni, Nelly
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Plastic bag waste has the potential to be converted into alternative fuel oil through the pyrolysis method. This study applies the principle of thermal pyrolysis, conducted without oxygen, at the Edelweis Integrated Waste Management Site. The purpose is to analyze the characteristics of fuel oil derived from plastic bag waste based on parameters such as density, viscosity, calorific value, and acid number, as well as to estimate the potential fuel oil yield from plastic bag waste in Pontianak City. The results show that the density, viscosity, and calorific value of the produced fuel oil meet or closely approach standard requirements. However, the acid number measurements exceed the acceptable limits, 0.75 mg KOH/g for gasoline, 0.94 mg KOH/g for kerosene), and 0.50 mg KOH/g for diesel. This is likely due to high levels of chlorine (Cl) and silicon (Si) detected through X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF), which may originate from the plastic materials and red soil used as an adsorbent. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis confirms that the fuel oil contains hydrocarbon compounds similar to those found in commercial fuels, though in different proportions. Before the implementation of Circular Letter (CL) Number 43 of 2024, which prohibits businesses from providing plastic bags, the potential fuel oil production is estimated at 1,048,923.59 liters in 2024 and 1,259,375.52 liters in 2045. If this policy is fully implemented, fuel oil production is expected to decrease by approximately 16.52 percent in 2025 and 22.68 percent in 2045, due to the reduced use of plastic bags. This approach could be an effective way to reduce dependence on fossil fuels an estimated by 1 to 1.5 percent in 2025 and 0.8 to 1.7 percent in 2045. Although the results are promising, further testing is necessary to ensure full compliance with fuel standards.
RESILIENT GREENPORT CONCEPTUAL MODEL: INTEGRATING MASTERPLAN WITH FLOOD AND LAND SUBSIDENCE DISASTER MANAGEMENT Syamsura, Teuku Khamil; Mizuno, Kosuke; Supriatna, Supriatna
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Hydrometeorological disasters, such as flooding by seawater intrusion and land subsidence from excessive water resource usage, significantly disrupt maritime traffic and port infrastructure, leading to severe economic and social consequences. This study aims to develop a conceptual model for a disaster-resilient and environmentally friendly port. The primary objective is to analyze the components of the Port Masterplan (RIP), the Greenport concept, current operational conditions, and surrounding disaster threats for develop conceptual model. A mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative and qualitative analyses, was employed. The study examined various components of the Tanjung Priok Port Masterplan, operational data, and environmental and disaster risk assessments. Observational methods involved a detailed analysis of current port operations and infrastructure, while analytical methods included Bayesian network analysis facilitated by Genie for Academic software. The primary outcomes were measured in terms of the port’s resilience and environmental friendliness, measured using Conditional Probability Table (CPT) values. This study highlights the need for integrating environmental sustainability and disaster management variables into the Tanjung Priok Port Masterplan. Notably, the study introduces two key innovations: the application of the Greenport concept and the use of Bayesian network analysis to identify causal relationships among critical variables. By incorporating these elements, the Port Masterplan can be strengthened, to ensure the sustainable and resilient development and operation of the Tanjung Priok Port. The Bayesian Network analysis revealed a strong causal relationship among the variables, indicating that the current Masterplan insufficiently addresses disaster preparedness, Specifically, the CPT values showing that only 36% of the port’s operations can be classified as resilience and environmental friendliness, while the remaining 64% fall under non-resilience and non- environmental friendliness categories.
REFRAMING EDUCATIONAL CITIES AS WASTE GOVERNANCE LABORATORIES Suyeno, Suyeno; Putra, Langgeng Rachmatullah; Ngindana, Rispa; Kumalasari, Ima
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Rapid urban growth in mid-sized cities within developing countries has increased challenges in municipal solid waste management, especially in urban areas known for their concentration of educational institutions and dense populations. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of these policies through the framework of Good Environmental Governance, identifying critical gaps in policy implementation and proposing sustainable solutions. This study employs Soft Systems Methodology, a participatory approach for exploring complex, ill-structured problems. The key steps included rich picture creation, root definition, conceptual modeling, and comparison with real-world practices. This allowed for the integration of stakeholder perspectives and the identification of feasible, context-specific interventions that were gathered from key stakeholders through in-depth interviews. The findings show substantial disparities between regulatory frameworks (de jure) and their practical application (de facto), evidenced by low compliance rates in household waste separation, limited institutional coordination, underdeveloped 3R (reduce, reuse, and recycle) infrastructure, and deeply rooted community habits that hinder effective waste management. This study proposes a conceptual model for integrating community-based recycling systems, strengthening the 3R infrastructure at the grassroots level, and fostering sectoral collaboration. Moreover, this study aims to promote the establishment of a City Waste Governance Task Force co-led by universities, local governments, and community groups to strengthen cross-sectoral coordination; implement performance-based incentives for neighborhood associations that achieve waste separation and recycling targets; and develop a municipal waste data dashboard managed jointly by student research centers and the Environmental Agency to enhance transparency and real-time tracking.
THE IMPACT OF GREEN FINANCE, TRADE OPENNESS, AND FOSSIL FUEL SUBSIDIES ON RENEWABLE ENERGY CONSUMPTION: A GLOBAL AND ASIA-PACIFIC PERSPECTIVE Fitjriyah, Alya Ryanti; Dwiputri, Inayati Nuraini
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Fossil fuels are the major source of global emissions, with the Asia-Pacific region being the climate biggest polluter. Despite the global efforts to shift to cleaner energy, fossil fuels still dominate the energy mix. Therefore, renewable energy adoption needs to be encouraged more to improve economic sustainability. The Glasgow Climate Pact emphasises the importance of helping developing countries in addressing the climate change issue through financial support, capacity building, and technology transfer. Hence, this study examines the influence of green finance, open trade, and fossil fuel subsidies on renewable energy adoption in 38 countries from 2017 to 2023. By using dummy variables, this study makes a unique contribution by highlighting regional disparities, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. To address heteroskedasticity, autocorrelation, and cross-sectional dependence in the model, this study used PCSE (Panel-Corrected Standard Errors) and FGLS (Feasible Generalised Least Squares). Four main findings emerged from this study: (1) Green finance significantly drives the adoption of renewable energy, indicating its potential as an important element in the transition effort towards cleaner energy sources. (2) Trade openness, Gross Domestic Product (GDP), and government effectiveness have different effects on renewable energy utilisation, indicating their impact depends on the regional context. (3) Fossil fuel subsidies hinder the adoption of renewable energy, underscoring the importance of reforming these subsidies to accelerate the transition to renewable energy. (4) The Asia-Pacific region lags behind other regions in renewable energy utilisation, showing the unique structural and policy challenges to the region. These findings suggest the need for more green finance instruments, cross-border cooperation, and reduced fossil fuel subsidies, especially in developing countries and the Asia-Pacific region, to achieve global climate goals. This research emphasises the importance of technology transfer and capacity building to facilitate the transition to renewable energy. However, the short panel period in this study may obscure long-term trends. Thus, future research could extend the period and add more variables such as the role of energy storage, ESG framework, and environmental innovation in facilitating the transition to renewable energy.
ENHANCING URBAN GOVERNANCE FOR INCLUSIVE GROWTH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT Novita, Asti Amelia
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In light of global challenges such as climate change, inequality, and governance shortcomings, cities have a vital part to play in achieving sustainable development. Numerous local governance systems are deficient in transparency, public participation, and social fairness mechanisms essential for implementing sustainability. This study investigates how strengthening transparency, public engagement, and social fairness can enhance Malang City’s capacity to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This study employed a mixed-methods approach, using the Sustainable Value Mapping and Analysis (SVMA) framework to assess insight from 250 stakeholders, including local officials, civil society groups, and community representatives. Findings reveal modest but statistically significant correlations among key governance indicators. For example, transparency (A1) and public participation (G3) showed a positive correlation (r=0.104), while recycling programs (D1) and gender equality in policy (G2) also correlated positively (r=0.057). Although the values are low, they point to emerging links between governance quality and SDG-aligned outcomes. The results suggest that institutional reforms in Malang are beginning to improve governance but remain limited in scope. To advance progress toward SDGs, this study recommend (1) establishing open data portals and real-time budget tracking for improved financial transparency; (2) Empowering residents financially through access to participatory funds to propose local solutions and influence budget allocations; (3) training local government staff in environmental management; and (4) integrating job training into social programs to promote inclusive growth. These actions aim to reinforce inclusive, transparent, and responsive local governance for sustainable urban development.
CATALYZING METEOROLOGICAL INSIGHTS WITH A COST-EFFECTIVE WEATHER MONITORING SYSTEM Alam, Ariful; Muntaha, Sidratula; Munshi, Poonam; Khan, Israt; Islam, Rakibul; Bhuian, Jamil; Arafat, Md.Yasir; Hasan, Md. Ridwanul
Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development Vol. 7, No. 2
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Undoubtedly, one of the biggest alarming phenomena of this decade is the tremendous fluctuations in the weather and climate. Therefore, different types of surveys, investigations, and research are required in this regard in every region. A low-cost weather monitoring system can be implemented in every educational and research institute to collect and analyze different types of weather-related data. This study establishes the method of developing such a system and analyzing data in a simplified way which the data gathered during thunderstorms and cyclonic activity in Bangladesh. The system was designed with Proteus 8 professional software and developed by using a microcontroller, a temperature-humidity sensor, a wind speed analyzer, an automated rainfall analyzer, a barometric pressure sensor, and an LDR-based lightning bolt analyzer with a Linux-operated computer. The result obtained from the developed system is calibrated and compared with the standard value or theoretical value. The comparison graph shows that the developed system is efficient and reliable. After calibrating the system, several data points were collected at Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Tangail, Bangladesh. Developing an in-house weather monitoring system allows institutions to avoid costly foreign data purchases, reducing expenses and reliance on international services. Practically, this research can be applied to support climate studies and localized forecasting without the expense of high foreign exchange rates, allowing for more affordable meteorological research and enhancing local expertise.
ASSESSING POTENTIAL ENERGY SUSTAINABILITY OF MICRO-HYDROPOWER SYSTEM THROUGH A SUSTAINABLE INDICATOR APPROACH Safitri, Icmi Alif; Sulaiman, Muhammad; Budiarto, Rachmawan
Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development Vol. 7, No. 2
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The development of micro-scale renewable energy power generation systems, such as micro-hydropower (MHP), often needs more consideration for sustainability during the planning stages. Many small-scale renewable energy systems have shorter-than-expected lifespans, jeopardizing Indonesia's Net Zero Emission Target for 2060 or earlier. Despite this, only some studies have examined the long-term viability of installed renewable energy generation projects, particularly MHP plants not managed by state-owned companies or PLN (Pembangkit Listrik Negara). The primary objectives of this research are to evaluate the feasibility of retrofitting and assess the potential sustainability of a decommissioned MHP in Banjarnegara, Central Java. A cash flow analysis was performed to assess techno-economic indicators. Additionally, the social-institutional dimension was analyzed through in-depth interviews with 15 stakeholders. Sustainability was evaluated using a framework of 15 indicators across technical, economic, environmental, social, and institutional dimensions. The findings revealed that among the four sustainability aspects, the social-institutional dimension scored the lowest potential sustainability at 26.67%. In contrast, the technical and environmental dimensions showed higher potential sustainability, scoring 83.7% and 87.5%, respectively. The economic dimension was deemed feasible only when the financing model accounted solely for retrofitting costs. It is crucial to consider all dimensions comprehensively. Furthermore, engaging multiple stakeholders and fostering local community awareness is vital to ensure the long-term sustainability of decentralized energy systems. This study enhances the understanding of the sustainability potential of abandoned decentralized energy systems and explores how reusing abandoned MHP facilities can support stakeholders in revitalization efforts, contributing to an increased share of renewable energy in the overall energy mix.
TOURISM CARRYING CAPACITY AT PETUNGKRIYONO FOREST AND ITS SUPPORTING AREAS Ambarwati, Nurwidya
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Supported by a variety of diversity and landscapes, the development of tourism in the Petungkriyono area is growing rapidly. Optimizing ecotourism services in the Petungkriyono forest without disrupting the ecosystem and damaging the environment can be done by limiting the number of visitors at tourism sites. This study aims to find out information about the tourism capacity of some tourist attractions in the local forest. This study uses the Cifuentes model to predict the maximum number of visitor capacities that can be accommodated in a tourist attraction called Physical Carrying Capacity (PCC), Real Carrying Capacity (RCC), and Effective Carrying Capacity (ECC) with management capacity as a consideration. The results of the study show that from PCC calculations, which means a maximum number of visitors physically provided by the space, Curug Bajing has the highest number of visitors (1,365 people) in a day from four other tourist objects. Rogojembangan Coffee Shop has the fewest visitors (347 respondents). The highest number of RCC calculations is Curug Bajing tourist attraction (1,365 respondents), and the lowest is Rogojembangan Coffee Shop (346 respondents). In addition, ECC calculations show that the highest number of visitors is at Curug Bajing (1,364 respondents), and the lowest is at the Rogojembangan Coffee Shop (345 respondents). For the management of tourism, the results can provide insight into which tourist attractions require further development. Regarding the result, it shows that Curug Lawe tourist attraction has an exceeded carrying capacity, so our results provide a basis for local tourism management and stakeholders to develop more effective strategies in tourism in the local forest, such as controlling and managing the tourism area by limiting visitors, managing the facilities, waste management, and avoid the habitat of endemic fauna so that we can maintain forest sustainability while utilizing natural tourism in the Petungkriyono forest.
SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES AND GREEN MARKETING IN HEALTHCARE SECTOR: VISUAL TRENDS AND FUTURE INSIGHT Alfarizi, Muhammad; Noer, Lissa Rosdiana
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The healthcare sector faces critical challenges, including climate change, rising healthcare demands, and resource inefficiencies, making sustainability a priority. This study investigates the integration of sustainable practices and green marketing within the healthcare sector using a bibliometric analysis of 194 journal articles published from 2015 to 2024. Key research questions explore evolving trends, thematic areas, and gaps in the literature to address sustainability issues. The study employs a rigorous five-phase bibliometric methodology, utilizing Scopus database data and tools like Bibliometrix and VOSViewer to identify key themes and relationships. The research demonstrates an annual growth rate of 56.24%, reflecting the rising global attention to sustainability in healthcare. Key journals, such as Sustainability and Journal of Cleaner Production, are identified as prominent platforms, while China and India lead in research contributions. Descriptive statistics reveal an average of 26.18 citations per article, with 43.3% involving international collaborations. The co-occurrence analysis identifies six clusters focusing on environmental sustainability, CSR, green supply chains, economic performance, green HR, and green product innovation in healthcare. The thematic analysis highlights the convergence of sustainability principles, operational efficiency, and green marketing strategies in addressing healthcare challenges. Central themes include Green Human Resource Management (GHRM), Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM), and frugal innovation. Notably, GSCM practices, such as eco-design and waste management, are pivotal in mitigating the healthcare sector's environmental footprint. The study also emphasizes the role of emerging technologies like AI and IoT in optimizing sustainable operations. While significant progress has been made, gaps remain in integrating green practices with marketing strategies and assessing long-term impacts. Future direction should focus on adopting innovative technologies, developing targeted green marketing campaigns, and addressing challenges in resource-limited healthcare systems. This research contributes to improving operational efficiency, reducing carbon footprints, and enhancing patient satisfaction through sustainable practices and green marketing strategies.