Presentation Slides for Workshop I – Sustainable Water Cycle
To complement the first Raincraft Education Module that discussed water sources and saltwater intrusion, a workshop with an expert was conducted on the 26th of August, 2023, uplifting the theme of “Sustainable Water Cycle”. The workshop was presented by Christian Alfonsus Liguori, a Hydrologist and Young Water Resources Management Expert with about 6-year of working […]
Pekalongan Green Batik: From Tradition To Innovation
Empowering batik communities in Pekalongan through collaborative efforts, local knowledge, and understanding of the underlying issues to sustain and improve local livelihood through a more sustainable batik production.
Visit to Batik Wastewater Treatment Plant in Pekalongan
One of the efforts from the Government of Pekalongan City to reduce the direct discharge of batik waste into rivers is to build communal wastewater treatment plants (WWTP). Together with the Blue Deal team, The Water Agency visited three active communal WWTPs around the city, Jenggot, Kauman and Banyuurip. Jenggot Wastewater Treatment Plant Jenggot WWTP […]
Exploring the Batik Delights of Pekalongan: Workshops Visits
For those seeking an authentic and culturally immersive experience of Batik, visiting Batik workshops in Pekalongan is a must. It begins with visiting the two most famous batik villages in Pekalongan, Kampoeng Batik Kauman and Kampoeng Batik Pesindon. Both village’s streets are lined with batik studios and workshops, where artisans have honed their skills for […]
Starting the Batik Journey in Museum Batik
Museum Batik, situated in the city center, represents a celebration and preservation of batik as an integral part of Indonesian heritage. Over the years, the museum has curated an extensive collection of batik textiles, ranging from historical and traditional pieces to modern interpretations. These collections represent the diverse styles, patterns, and techniques of batik, showcasing […]
Urban Greening for a More Sustainable City
Greening can refer to a few different concepts depending on the context, such as Environmental Greening, Financial Greening, and Agriculture Greening. Yet, in this module, we will explain about Urban Greening, which refers to the practice of increasing vegetation and green spaces within urban areas. Urban greening, also known as urban greenery or urban vegetation, […]
The Concerning Effects of Climate Change
Climate change has become one of the most pressing challenges of our time, and sadly, it is driven primarily by human activities. It is a global phenomenon that transcends borders, impacting ecosystems, economies, and societies on an unprecedented scale. The effects of climate change are becoming increasingly apparent and are leaving an indelible mark on […]
Trash Rack
A trash rack is a device used to prevent large debris, such as leaves, branches, plastic, and other solid objects, from entering and clogging water intake systems like those found in stormwater drains, irrigation canals, water treatment plants, hydroelectric power plants, and cooling systems for industrial processes. Trash Rack in Kalimalang, Bekasi1 These racks are […]
Square Catch Basin
Effective drainage management is becoming increasingly critical in urban infrastructure as urbanisation affects landscapes worldwide. Innovative solutions are required to prevent floods, erosion, and pollution caused by rainfall runoff. The use of square catch basins is one approach that is gaining favour. These square-shaped drainage structures offer a modern approach to enhancing water management systems […]
Why Do We Need to Sort Our Trash?
According to waste management data from the Central Bureau of Statistics, 51% of households in Indonesia have never sorted their waste, and 21.7% occasionally sorted their waste1. While it may seem like a small and simple task, waste sorting is a crucial step in the waste management process that has numerous benefits for both the […]