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Current Energy: Public Awareness and Education for a Sustainable Future

By green TeknokratPosted on 22/06/2024Posted in Energy and Climate Change, Green Campus, WasteTagged Energy and Climate Change, Teknokrat Green Campus, UIGreenmetric, UIGreenmetric World University RankingNo Comments

The Importance of Public AwarenessPublic awareness of the importance of renewable energy and the impact of fossil fuel use is the foundation for the changes we hope to see. By understanding energy issues, the public can: Education as the KeyEducation plays a crucial role in raising public awareness. Some educational efforts that can be made include: Challenges and SolutionsAlthough public awareness is growing, several challenges still need to be addressed, such as: To overcome these challenges, collaboration between the government, private sector, and society is needed. Some solutions that can be implemented include: Sumber : https://www.umy.ac.id/kesadaran-masyarakat-indonesia-akan-krisis-energi-masih-kurang

Current Energy: The Key to Better Quality of Life

By green TeknokratPosted on 21/06/2024Posted in Energy and Climate Change, Green Campus, WasteTagged Teknokrat Green Campus, UIGreenmetric, UIGreenmetric World University RankingNo Comments

Energy is the foundation of modern life. The development of energy technology continues to innovate, leading us into a new era where energy is not just a necessity, but also a key to improving the quality of life. This article will discuss how current energy, particularly renewable energy, plays a role in enhancing the well-being of society. Article Content Sumber : https://www.rri.co.id/iptek/728986/efisiensi-energi-kunci-kehidupan-yang-lebih-baik-dan-berkelanjutan

Utilizing Industrial Waste as an Alternative Energy Source: Towards a More Sustainable Future

By green TeknokratPosted on 21/05/2024Posted in Energy and Climate Change, WasteTagged Teknokrat Green Campus, UIGreenmetric, UIGreenmetric World University RankingNo Comments

Utilizing Industrial Waste as an Alternative Energy Source: Towards a More Sustainable Future The rapid growth of industry inevitably produces a large amount of waste. However, behind the environmental issues it causes, industrial waste holds great potential as an alternative energy source. With the right technology, this waste can be converted into clean, eco-friendly energy. Potential of Industrial Waste as an Energy Source Industrial waste comes in various types and contents, ranging from organic and inorganic waste to hazardous waste. Each type has different energy potential. Some examples of utilizing industrial waste as an energy source include: Waste-to-Energy Processing Technologies To convert waste into energy, the right technology is required. Some commonly used technologies include: Benefits of Utilizing Industrial Waste as Alternative Energy Using industrial waste as an alternative energy source offers several benefits, including: Challenges and Solutions Despite its great potential, utilizing industrial waste as an alternative energy source still faces several challenges, such as: Utilizing industrial waste as an alternative energy source is an essential step toward a more sustainable future. With the right technology and government support, we can transform waste into a valuable asset to meet energy needs. Reference Universal Eco. (2023). Utilization of Waste as an Alternative Energy Source. https://universaleco.id/blog/detail/pemanfaatan-limbah-sebagai-sumber-energi-alternatif/80

Waste-Based Energy: Innovation for a Greener Future

By green TeknokratPosted on 13/05/2024Posted in Energy and Climate Change, WasteTagged Teknokrat Green Campus, UIGreenmetric, UIGreenmetric World University RankingNo Comments

Have you ever thought that the waste we throw away every day could be transformed into a source of energy? It turns out this is already a reality! Waste-based energy is an innovation that uses leftover materials like organic waste, industrial waste, and agricultural waste to generate energy. Why is Waste-Based Energy Important? How is Waste Converted into Energy? There are several ways to convert waste into energy, including: Examples of Waste-Based Energy Applications in Indonesia Challenges and Opportunities Although waste-based energy has great potential, its development still faces several challenges, such as: Opportunities: Waste-based energy is a highly promising solution to address environmental and energy issues. With ongoing technological advancements and support from various parties, we can achieve a more sustainable future.

A Brighter Future for Sukaraja Beach: UTI Students Take Part in Environmental Cleanup

By green metricPosted on 11/07/2023Posted in WasteTagged Education and Research, Fight Covid19, Setting and Infrastructure, Teknokrat Green Campus, Transportation, UIGreenmetric, UIGreenmetric World University Ranking, WasteNo Comments

Students from Universitas Teknokrat Indonesia (UTI) enthusiastically participated in a beach cleaning program. The aim of the program was to restore the once beautiful Sukaraja Beach in Bandar Lampung, Lampung Province. The determined participants from UTI gathered at Sukaraja Beach armed with gloves, trash bags, and a strong determination to make a positive impact. They meticulously combed through the sands, collecting litter and sorting it for proper disposal. This program sought to raise awareness about the importance of preserving the environment and the role that every individual can play in maintaining a cleaner and healthier ecosystem. The goal was not only to clean the beach but also to instill a sense of responsibility and environmental consciousness among the local community. In addition to UTI students, residents and government officials of Bandar Lampung enthusiastically responded to the call for action. The program successfully united people from diverse backgrounds, fostering a strong sense of community and collective responsibility towards environmental sustainability. While the cleaning program was just the beginning, it symbolized a powerful message: that every small act of care and responsibility can make a significant difference in restoring and preserving our natural wonders. Together, we can create a cleaner and greener future for generations to come.

UI Greenmetric 2021: Universitas Teknokrat Indonesia The Best Private Universities in Sumatera

By green metricPosted on 16/12/2021Posted in Education and Research, Energy and Climate Change, Green Campus, Information Technology, setting and infrastructure, Waste, WaterTagged Education and Research, Fight Covid19, Setting and Infrastructure, Teknokrat Green Campus, Transportation, UIGreenmetric, UIGreenmetric World University Ranking, WasteNo Comments

Universitas Teknokrat Indonesia undoubtedly performed very well in its first participation on UI-Greenmetric World University Ranking in 2021. Universitas Teknokrat Indonesia so-called UTI, has been ranked 45th as the best Indonesian University and the 2nd best Private Universities in Sumatera. This ranking is calculated based on the total performance score of six aspects including setting and infrastructure, energy and climate change, waste, water, transportation, education and research. UI-Greenmetric World University Rank is a world university rank focusing on universities’ performance on achieving sustainable development goals. While the whole number of universities participated in this rank is 957, UTI has successfully claimed the 477th position as the best university in the world based on this ranking system. The Vice Rector, Dr. Mahathir Muhammad said that Universitas Teknokrat Indonesia will strive to build academic system that supports research and education done by lecturers and students to achieve the global sustainable development goals. UTI has now been expanding its area and establish green environment to reduce both air and water pollution. In this pandemic situation, it is also worth noticing that UTI has supported local government to reduce the widespread of COVID-19 and become the center of vaccination for people in Bandar Lampung. In addition, UTI has established strategic policy to create system to reduce the use of plastic and paper at campus. With the implementation of “green campus” UTI has started to plant hundreds of new trees every year. View overall UIGreenmetric World University Ranking here

Teknokrat Continues Campaigning A Recycling Program for Waste

By green metricPosted on 30/08/2021Posted in Green Campus, WasteTagged Teknokrat Green Campus, UIGreenmetric, Waste

One of green campus programs conducted by Universitas Teknokrat Indonesia (UTI) is the processing of plastic bottle and glass waste. The processing is to reuse the waste by recycling those plastic wastes. The recycling process is to change the function into another purpose. There are several things that can be reported, such as the use of tire which is painted then arranged in between plants (flowers) and plastic bottles which are decorated to be a beautiful vase. This activity will always be programed as a regular treatment for the recycling waste management at Universitas Teknokrat Indonesia. It also becomes one of the campaigns. As the Best University in Southern Sumatera Region, it becomes a responsibility to campaign the green campus as a way to the world green. Go Green! In an event, Vice Rector I, Dr. H. Mahathir Muhammad, SS., MM. said that UTI will always commit and keep campaigning green campus in order to create a better environment for students and all elements in UTI. Furthermore, there are several gardens which have been decorated with the used bottles and glasses. In this case, this activity also engages students from several student organization, such BEM, HIMA, and UKM.

Universitas Teknokrat Established Inorganic Waste Treatment

By green metricPosted on 14/08/2021Posted in Education and Research, Green Campus, WasteTagged Teknokrat Green Campus, UIGreenmetric, UIGreenmetric World University Ranking, Waste

Through its Department of Facilities, University of Teknokrat Indonesia runs such a system managing the waste treatment in order to differentiate inorganic wastes from other waste types. The department ensures that inorganic waste is treated by following the green aspect of waste management. For example, the department implements the policy of reducing, recycling and reuse (3R). In this case, University of Teknokrat Indonesia is committed to continually integrate sustainable practices to waste management. University of Teknokrat Indonesia has several campaign programs to reduce the use of paper and plastic on campus, such as reduce the use of plastic water bottles by providing water dispenser. In addition to reduce the waste, some specific wastes are treated and sorted to designed recycle facilities. To accommodate the management, recycle bins for inorganic waste are easily found in strategic places around the campus. Plastic, metal and glass are separated at the point of disposal. Metal is treated for other purposes to recycle vendor. Certain types of plastic such as plastic bags and bottles are treated for further recycling process or delivered to the Bank Sampah or other recycle vendors. Glass waste is separated at disposal point and delivered to recycle vendor.