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The buffer zone of BJ. Habibie Grand Forest Park (Tahura) in Bihe Village, Asparaga District, plays a strategic role in balancing environmental conservation and community agricultural activities. However, the widespread practice of monoculture corn farming and land clearing through burning threatens ecosystem sustainability and accelerates environmental degradation. This study aims to analyze farmers’ perceptions of buffer zone management and to identify the challenges and potential for transitioning to sustainable agricultural systems. A descriptive qualitative and quantitative approach was used through field observations, in-depth interviews, questionnaires, and document analysis. The findings indicate that most farmers possess basic awareness of the importance of conservation areas, but there are notable knowledge gaps regarding regulations and environmentally friendly practices. Although some farmers acknowledge the negative impacts of land burning and monoculture, economic limitations, inherited customs, and lack of technological support remain significant obstacles. Nevertheless, respondents expressed a high willingness to change their farming practices if provided with training and incentives. This study recommends a participatory strategy involving government bodies, conservation institutions, and academics to build farmers’ capacity and promote the adoption of sustainable agricultural technologies. A collaborative approach that considers the socio-economic realities of local communities is essential to ensure the long-term sustainability of the BJ. Habibie buffer zone without compromising farmers’ welfare.

This study aims to analyze the perspectives of mathematics students in general chemistry classes. on the use of butterfly pea flowers (Clitoria ternatea) and vinegar as basic ingredients for making environmentally friendly natural ink. This innovation is expected to be an alternative to the use of chemical inks and to encourage environmental awareness among students. This study uses a descriptive analysis method with data collection through questionnaires distributed to students. The results of the analysis show that most students gave a positive response to the use of butterfly pea flowers and vinegar as natural ink, especially in terms of loss, material safety, and potential application in the campus environment. These findings indicate an opportunity to develop environmentally friendly products based on local wisdom in the world of education.

Remote islands in Indonesia face significant challenges in achieving sustainable electricity supply. This study analyzes the technical and economic feasibility of implementing a hybrid Solar Power Plant (PLTS) and Wind Power Plant (PLTB) system on Dudepo Island, North Gorontalo Regency. With an average solar radiation of 5.2 kWh/m²/day and wind speed of 4.8 m/s, the hybrid system is designed to supply approximately 97% of local electricity demand with an efficiency of 85%. Simulations using HOMER Pro reveal an optimal configuration of 100 kW PLTS, 60 kW PLTB, and 300 kWh battery storage. Economic analysis indicates a Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) of IDR 1,450/kWh, more affordable than conventional diesel generators, with an eight-year payback period. The system’s implementation has enhanced community well-being by providing stable electricity access for education, healthcare, and economic activities. Moreover, it contributes to carbon emission reduction by up to 120 tons of CO₂ annually. Technical challenges and local human resource capacity necessitate sustainable management strategies, including technician training and IoT-based monitoring systems. This study offers recommendations for sustainable renewable energy development on remote islands as a model for environmentally friendly energy transitions.

Palm oil is a strategic commodity in the Indonesian economy. Innovation in palm oil filtration is needed to improve the quality and sustainability of production. This article aims to provide insight into the mechanism of the Oil Purification tool based on the Quality Function Deployment (QFD) method and compare it with conventional methods. The method used is a literature review from secondary sources such as journals and scientific articles related to palm oil filtration technology. The results showed that conventional methods have disadvantages such as high oil loss, suboptimal FFA control, and large environmental impacts. In contrast, the Oil Purification tool with QFD and clean production approach offers efficiency, ease of maintenance, and healthier and environmentally friendly filtration results. This innovation is an adaptive and economical solution for small and medium-scale industries.

This research aims to design an Islamic Boarding School (Ponpes) with a sustainable architecture approach that is able to answer environmental, social, and economic challenges holistically. The method used is a qualitative-descriptive approach through architectural design research, which combines empirical data from the field with theoretical studies from relevant literature. The design location is on Jl. Gunungpati Raya, Nongkosawit Village, Gunungpati District, Semarang City, with an area of ±19,909.77 m². Data collection techniques include literature study, site observation, and comparative design study. Data were analyzed descriptively and spatially to formulate user needs and site potential. The design results show that the sustainable architecture approach can be implemented through functional layout, passive energy utilization, vegetation preservation, rainwater management, and waste recycling system. The design also accommodates social and economic aspects through the provision of organic farming areas and small farms as part of practice-based education. Contemporary Islamic architectural aesthetics are applied contextually, creating a healthy, inclusive, and adaptive learning environment. This research produces a sustainable pesantren design concept that can be a reference model in the development of environmentally friendly and self-reliance-based Islamic educational institutions..

In the Pancasila Student Profile, creativity is defined as a student's ability to modify and create something that is original, meaningful, useful and has a positive impact. In developing student creativity, PKM was held to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students using ecoprint media based on the pounding technique. Dyeing using the ecoprint method based on the pounding technique is an environmentally friendly method, which uses natural ingredients to create patterns on the fabric. Ecoprint based on the pounding technique is a method of dyeing fabric that uses leaves, flowers and other parts of plants that are transferred to the surface of the fabric through a beating process. The aim of this community service is to develop student creativity, because creativity is one of the dimensions of the Pancasila student profile. The production process involves selecting tote bag materials from natural fabrics, such as calico, which are more effective in absorbing colors from plant materials. After that, fresh leaves and flowers are placed on the cloth, then beating and drying techniques are carried out to transfer the natural patterns of the plants to the surface of the cloth. In this study, various types of leaves were tested to determine the variation in pattern and color resistance produced. The results of the ecoprint making training which was carried out as a form of developing the creativity of students at SD Negeri 010246 Banjar.

The Nyanggring cultural tourism village in Tlemang Village, Lamongan, is a local wisdom-based tourism development initiative with a focus on environmental sustainability. Synergy between local communities and managers is key to creating this sustainability. However, challenges in implementing environmentally friendly management and actively involving the community are still faced. This study uses a qualitative approach with in-depth interview techniques and participatory observation. Research informants consisted of local communities, tourism village managers, and policy makers. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis techniques to identify supporting and inhibiting factors in sustainability-based cultural tourism management. The findings show that collaboration between the community and managers in preserving culture and the environment is very significant. The community is involved in maintaining cultural sites, managing cultural tourism villages, and developing local tourism products. However, there are still challenges such as lack of capacity training and minimal incentives for communities who are active in management. The synergy between the local community and the Nyanggring tourism village managers in Tlemang Village has made a positive contribution to environmental sustainability, but requires more support in terms of training and policies to optimize the results.

The rapid development of e-commerce in Indonesia has a significant impact on the growth of the digital economy, but also presents major challenges related to environmental sustainability. This study aims to evaluate the environmental impacts caused by e-commerce activities, especially in terms of increasing plastic waste from single-use packaging, carbon emissions in logistics activities, and energy consumption from data centers. Through a literature study and descriptive analysis approach, this study highlights the large contribution of the e-commerce sector to the volume of domestic waste and the need for effective mitigation strategies. In addition to identifying existing challenges, this study also explores various sustainable practices, such as the use of environmentally friendly packaging, consumer education, and the development of low-emission logistics systems. The results of the study indicate that sustainability in e-commerce can only be achieved through collaboration between the government, business actors, and the community. Strict regulations, technological innovation, and increased consumer awareness are needed so that e-commerce can develop in line with the principles of environmental sustainability.    

The Mekong River is at the heart of the survival of the people of six countries that live around the upper and lower reaches of the Mekong River including Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, China, and Cambodia. The Mekong River is utilized to meet the national food security of six countries. One of the countries that utilize the Mekong River is China by building dams to meet the flow of environmentally friendly electricity for the Chinese people by utilizing dams for hydroelectric power plants built in the upper reaches of the Mekong River. This research uses the theory of neoliberalism and food security by using descriptive qualitative methodology to explain the impact of China's dam construction on the food security of countries downstream of the Mekong River. The impact of China's dam construction has an impact on the food security of countries downstream of the Mekong River because the majority of them utilize the Mekong River to meet their food needs and have professions as farmers and fishermen. The impact of the dam construction has an impact on changes in water quality that pollute the irrigation of rice fields of countries downstream of the Mekong River. In addition, many fish that live in the Mekong River immigrate to places with good water quality. Although China is a member of the Mekong River Commission, China has been unable to overcome the problems caused by the construction of dams at several points on the Mekong River.

Rice husk ash (RHA) is an agricultural waste rich in silica with potential as a partial cement substitute in mortar to support sustainable construction. This study evaluates the effect of varying RHA content on the compressive strength and porosity of mortar at 28 and 240 days of age. Mortar was prepared with RHA substitutions of 0%, 10%, 20%, and 30% by cement weight. Compressive strength was tested according to SK SNI 03-2834-2000, while porosity testing followed ASTM C642 standard. The results showed that 20% RHA substitution provided high compressive strength with acceptable porosity. In contrast, 30% RHA significantly increased porosity and sharply reduced compressive strength. These findings suggest that using RHA in the range of 10–20% can improve material efficiency without compromising mechanical performance. The study supports the development of environmentally friendly construction materials through the optimal use of agricultural waste.

Senaru Village, Bayan District, North Lombok Regency has abundant natural resources and great potential to be utilized in educational and creative activities. However, the use of natural materials such as leaves and flowers as learning and art media is still very minimal. This community service activity aims to provide environmentally friendly education through ecoprint painting art to children, with a fun, participatory and local potential-based approach. The implementation method includes observation and coordination, socialization of the ecoprint concept, ecoprint practice in groups, to the documentation stage. This activity not only trains children's creativity and motor skills but also fosters concern for the environment and pride in the natural wealth of their village. Through this activity, children are invited to get to know the potential of local flora more closely and appreciate its beauty and usefulness directly. The results of the community service show that ecoprint painting can be an effective education in internalizing environmental conservation values ​​from an early age, while opening up opportunities for the development of sustainable creativity.

Oil and gas companies generally have large green areas as part of fulfilling environmental and aesthetic obligations in industrial areas. Routine maintenance such as grass cutting produces organic waste that needs to be managed efficiently to prevent negative environmental impacts. This study aims to calculate the generation of grass waste in oil and gas company areas by comparing two methods: direct weighing and sampling methods. The direct weighing method is carried out by collecting and weighing the results of the cutting in a limited area, while the sampling method involves taking samples from several representative points and extrapolating the results to the entire area. The results showed that the average grass waste generation was 0.286 kg/m². With an area of ​​around 1,000 m², the total generation is estimated to reach 286 kg. Both methods have proven to complement each other: direct weighing provides precise data, while the sampling method allows for efficient estimation for larger areas. This data can be used as a basis for planning more adaptive, effective, and sustainable grass waste management, including the use of waste as organic compost that has economic value and is environmentally friendly.  

Senaru Village, Bayan District, North Lombok Regency has abundant natural resources and great potential to be utilized in educational and creative activities. However, the use of natural materials such as leaves and flowers as learning and art media is still very minimal. This community service activity aims to provide environmentally friendly education through ecoprint painting art to children, with a fun, participatory and local potential-based approach. The implementation method includes observation and coordination, socialization of the ecoprint concept, ecoprint practice in groups, to the documentation stage. This activity not only trains children's creativity and motor skills but also fosters concern for the environment and pride in the natural wealth of their village. Through this activity, children are invited to get to know the potential of local flora more closely and appreciate its beauty and usefulness directly. The results of the community service show that ecoprint painting can be an effective education in internalizing environmental conservation values ​​from an early age, while opening up opportunities for the development of sustainable creativity.

Oil and gas industry activities have the potential to produce high carbon emissions, so Green Open Space (RTH) is needed as an effort to mitigate environmental impacts. Shrub vegetation that grows in RTH areas requires routine maintenance, but this process produces vegetation waste that has not been studied quantitatively. This study aims to analyze the generation of shrub vegetation waste using a sampling method as a basis for sustainable waste management planning. The method used is sampling on a 1 m³ cube-shaped plot in three locations with different vegetation characteristics. Cutting is done manually using simple tools, then the waste produced is put into a measuring box to calculate its volume. The results show that sample point 1 produces 1.00 m³, sample point 2 is 0.50 m³, and sample point 3 is 0.30 m³. The average volume of shrub waste generation is 0.60 m³ per square meter. This data is important for planning the capacity of equipment, labor, and temporary waste disposal locations. In addition, the characteristics of waste that is easy to dry and has a high organic content opens up the potential for reuse as compost or biomass. This method has proven to be effective and efficient in supporting environmentally friendly vegetation waste management strategies as well as part of compliance with environmental regulations such as PROPER.    

Natural fibers can be used as an alternative basic material for produce SNI helmet that are environmentally friendly. A huge potential of hemp fiber in Indonesia has not apply properly yet. This study propose to determine the ability of tensile strength and impact toughness in hemp fiber composites so that hemp fiber can be used as an alternative material for making SNI helmets. This study uses an unsaturated polyester 157 BQTN-EX resin matrix and MEKPO catalyst. Alkali treatment of the fibers uses 5% NaOH for 2 hours. The composite is made using the hand lay-up method. Variations volume fraction of hemp fiber used are 30%, 40%, 50%. The tensile testing process uses the ASTM D 638-03 standard and impact toughness testing uses the ASTM D 265-03 standard. Based on the research results, the highest tensile test results were obtained at variation on 30% fiber volume fraction is 18.30 MPa, for the highest impact toughness test results were obtained at variation on 50% fiber volume fraction is 0.0248 J/mm2. The greater the variation of the fiber volume fraction given, the lower the tensile strength value produced, while the higher the variation of the fiber volume fraction given, the greater the energy absorbed so that the impact price increases. Based on the test results, this hemp fiber composite needs to be considered as an alternative material to replace SNI helmet manufacturing.

Air pollution is one of the most pressing environmental issues with significant impacts on human health. This study aims to examine the relationship between air pollution levels and human health disorders, as well as to identify effective mitigation solutions. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through literature reviews from various journals, WHO reports, and other official sources. The analysis shows that exposure to air pollutants, particularly fine particulate matter (PM2.5), carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, and ozone, can trigger respiratory, cardiovascular, and mental health disorders, and adversely affect children and pregnancies. These impacts are both short-term and long-term, including increased premature mortality and reduced quality of life. To minimize these effects, strategic solutions are needed, such as strengthening emission regulations, promoting eco-friendly transportation, using air purifiers, developing green open spaces, and providing public education. This study emphasizes the importance of collaboration between the government, society, and the private sector in creating clean air and a sustainably healthy environment.

Interesting agricultural cultivation technology that is easy to apply by the community, namely hydroponic agribusiness. Plant cultivation techniques without using soil, but using water enriched with nutrients needed by plants. These hydroponic plants are becoming increasingly popular because they are efficient, environmentally friendly, and can be done in limited land. This activity was carried out with the background of raising awareness, knowledge, insight, and skills in cultivating vegetables using the hydroponic method. The form of this activity is socialization carried out and attended by students, administrators and staff of Ma'had Zaadul Ma'ad on Jl. Padat Karya Lorong Melati RT 01, Talang Jambe Village, Sukarame District, Palembang. namely lectures, discussions, and direct practice on hydroponic cultivation. This activity received a good response from PKM participants, where participants enthusiastically followed the course of the workshop activities, namely making hydroponic plant seeds, hydroponic devices, making AB mix nutrients, planting, harvesting, to preparing financial reports. Hydroponic plants have a higher selling value compared to other plants. Of course, this is a potential profitable and promising business opportunity, so that male and female students, administrators and staff can utilize the yard to cultivate hydroponic plants. The prospects for this plant are very bright in the long term because consumer demand never stops. This program has a significant positive impact, but it is recommended that there be further development to expand the reach and sustainability of activities.

The role of the Women's Protection Unit of the North Gorontalo Police in overcoming violence against children consists of: Law enforcement where the PPA Unit is directly responsible for the investigation and inquiry process for reports of violence against children, Providing legal protection and escort for victims during the legal process. Prevention through education and socialization by: Conducting counseling activities in schools, villages, and places of worship about the dangers of violence against children. Providing a child-friendly playroom in the PPA Unit room to make victims feel safe when providing information. What factors influence the Women's Protection Unit of the North Gorontalo Police in handling cases of violence against children, namely: The victim is not open in providing information, The perpetrator is the victim's own family, The status of the victim's child who is still a student, The level of awareness and community participation, The facilities and infrastructure. For the PPA Unit, it is better to conduct more intensive socialization so that sexual violence crimes can be minimized and the future of children can be saved from irresponsible parties; For victims, it is better to be more open and try to adapt to the environment so that the psychological trauma experienced will be reduced compared to locking themselves away which can cause prolonged frustration. For the community, it is better to seek information more often related to acts that are prohibited or not by law. So that if in the future they experience an incident, especially related to sexual violence crimes, the community will not hesitate to report it to the authorities. This can help victims, at least the suspect can be given a punishment that is commensurate with his actions.

This research examines tourist perceptions of the Sendangdalem rafting attraction in Kebumen Regency as a developing adventure tourism destination. Nature-based tourism, particularly adventure tourism, has experienced significant growth in line with the trend of tourists seeking authentic and challenging experiences. Through a qualitative approach with library research design, this study analyzes tourist perceptions across four main dimensions: physical aspects of the attraction, service quality, experience value, and sustainability practices. The results show that tourists positively perceive the varied and challenging river characteristics, although supporting facilities still need improvement. The experience value is formed through the integration of adventure, aesthetic, social, and educational values, with adventure value as the dominant dimension. Sustainability practices through local community involvement and conservation efforts are appreciated, but waste management and sanitation infrastructure still require improvement. The research implications emphasize the importance of infrastructure development with an environmentally friendly approach, capacity building for local guides, diversification of tourism products, and strengthening ecotourism narratives in marketing.

The Community Service program with the title "Counting to Save: Students’ Role in Water and Electricity Efficiency in Schools" aims to increase the awareness and skills of SD YPK 18 FJS Rumainum Bakaro students regarding the efficient use of natural resources, especially water and electricity. This activity involved students from grades I to VI, as well as students and lecturers from the University of Papua. The method used was a fun game-based educational approach, with material covering the efficient use of water and electricity and the application of math skills in calculating the consumption of these resources. The results of this activity showed that students were enthusiastic about participating in the activities and were able to understand and apply ways to save water and electricity. Through this approach, it is hoped that students will not only become agents of change in the school environment, but also be able to transmit these resource-saving habits to their families and surrounding communities. This activity makes a real contribution to efforts to create environmentally friendly habits and resource efficiency from an early age.