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Decrease in quality and quantity of clean water due to climate change
No full textClimate change is a world phenomenon that is often discussed recently and has an impact, one of which is an increase in temperature. In addition, previous research says that climate change affects water resources found all over the world, where this temperature change is also enjoyed by the residents. The purpose of this research which means to know the impact of climate change (climate change) on the quantity and quality of hygienic water. Water is one of the natural resources that is needed all the time so that it is a very crucial human need. The method that will be carried out in this research is the mix method, namely the Library Study method and the qualitative method using descriptive lighting. with the impact of climate change which causes an increase in air temperature, causing faster evaporation of water, resulting in rapid reduction of groundwater. Conclusion : This reduced groundwater will affect the quantity and quality of hygienic water on earth. The results of this study are expected to be useful for the government and agencies related to the provision of hygienic water. Besides that, other people can learn to understand why there can be a decrease in the quality and quantity of hygienic water
Mycorrhizal symbiosis and natural dye waste organic fertilizer: Enhancing growth and yield in Indigofera tinctoria
No full textBackground: Indigofera tinctoria, commonly known as true indigo, is a plant widely used in the textile industry for its natural indigo dye, which produces a rich blue color for fabrics. I. tinctoria, known for its natural bluish-purple dye, generates 10% dye and 90% waste during extraction, requiring effective waste management. This study aimed to optimize organic fertilizer and mycorrhiza doses from I. tinctoria waste for enhancing soil fertility in arid regions. Methods: The study was conducted from May to December 2020 in Puron Village, Bulu District, Sukoharjo Regency. A factorial Completely Randomized Block Design (CRBD) with 2 factors was employed. The first factor consisted of 5 levels of I. tinctoria organic fertilizer treatments: 0, 100, 200, 300, and 400 g per plant. The second factor included 3 levels of mycorrhiza treatments: 0, 10, and 20 g per plant. Variables observed included mycorrhizal infection on roots, plant growth rate, and yield (fresh leaf and shoot weight of I. tinctoria ). Data analysis utilized ANOVA at a 5% significance level followed by Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT). Results: The results indicated that organic fertilizer from natural dye waste at a dosage of 200 g per plant increased the percentage of mycorrhizal-infected roots and boosted shoot weight by 63.27% at 8 weeks after planting (WAP). Mycorrhiza at 10 g per plant increased mycorrhizal infection percentage and enhanced shoot weight by 45.98% at 4 WAP. The combination of I. tinctoria extraction waste organic fertilizer at 200 g per plant and mycorrhizal at 10 g per plant showed interaction, significantly increasing the growth of root nodules of I. tinctoria by 84.04% at 12 WAP. Conclusion: The integration of organic fertilizer derived from indigo dye waste and mycorrhiza presents a promising strategy for enhancing I. tinctoria growth and productivity. Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study is distinctive in its demonstration of the effective use of I. tinctoria extraction waste as an organic fertilizer, aligning with zero-waste principles and contributing to improvements in plant growth and soil fertility. Furthermore, it investigates the synergistic effects of mycorrhizal associations on enhancing nutrient absorption and overall productivity of I. tinctoria , an aspect that has not been thoroughly explored in prior research
Analysis of total biomass, carbon stock and carbon dioxide uptake in Kandelia candel stands
No full textBackground: Mangrove ecosystems play a crucial role in mitigating climate change through carbon sequestration. This study aimed to quantify the biomass, carbon stock, and carbon dioxide uptake of Kandelia candel stands on Payung Island, South Sumatra, Indonesia. Methods: Non-destructive sampling was conducted at two stations using 10x10 m plots along 50 m transects. Tree diameter was measured and allometric equations were used to estimate biomass and carbon stocks. Environmental parameters were also recorded. Finding: The highest biomass (193.69 tons/ha), carbon stock (89.11 tons C/ha), and CO2 uptake (320.04 tons CO2/ha) were found at Station II, correlating with larger average tree diameters. Environmental conditions, including salinity (0‰), pH (7.0), temperature (24-28°C), and humidity (90-91%), were favorable for K. candel growth. The substantial carbon storage demonstrates the importance of these stands for climate change mitigation. Conclusion: This study provides valuable data on the carbon sequestration potential of K. candel in a unique estuarine setting, contributing to our understanding of mangrove ecosystems' role in global carbon cycles and informing conservation strategies. Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study focuses on quantifying the biomass, carbon stocks, and CO₂ uptake of Kandelia candel stands within the unique estuarine ecosystem of Payung Island, South Sumatra. By providing species-specific data on K. candel—a mangrove species that has been relatively underexplored—this research addresses a significant knowledge gap and enhances our understanding of its role in carbon sequestration
Nature based solution to climate change: Ecosystem based adaptation: How effective for climate change strategies?
No full textClimate change is produced by a shift in the planet's energy balance, which determines how much of the energy from the sun that enters the earth (and its atmosphere) is released back into space. The planet gains energy when we lower the quantity of solar radiation reflected into space, just as individuals gain weight when there is an imbalance between calories in and calories out [1]. Climate change is an important thing that we must note, the climate may change but in the change there are things that we must consider, namely about the impact of climate change, this is related to SDG 13 which seeks to combat climate change and overcome its impacts. The SDG 13.1 target specifically aims to strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters. Such events represent the cutting edge of climate change. The frequency and intensity increase. There are many ways to mitigate and adapt to climate change some that we can do by apply of Nature Based Solution to Climate change and Ecosystem based adaptation that can be expected to play an effective role in climate change mitigation strategies. In addition, there are several things that must be considered in terms of social, environmental and also economic so that what we apply in handling climate change can be optimal and work well, the object in this discussion is about Nature Based Solution and Ecosystem Based Adaptation how effective it is to overcome climate change problems by using several methods such are measurements, vulnerability, a case, tools, several data and evidence that ultimately in this discussion proved that both are very helpful and effective in adaptation and mitigation to climate change. Nature based solution and ecosystem based adaptation are both things that cannot be separated because both are one part that has the same function in one way of handling climate change
Determining the onset and cessation of seasonal rains in Shire Valley, Southern Malawi
No full textBackground: Malawi's agricultural activities rely heavily on rainfall. Rain signals the start of a distribution of rain that is unsuitable for plant development, whereas lighting marks the end of rain's ability to support plants. Malawi's tropical savanna climate has a rainy season from November to April, accounting for 95% of total annual rainfall, and a dry season from May to October, with milder temperatures and occasional showers at higher elevations from May to July. Methods: This study examines the commencement and cessation of seasonal rainfall in the Shire Valley, southern Malawi, between 1990 and 2019. The objectives include identifying rainfall characteristics, examining trends in the start, closure, and length of the rainy season, and categorizing onset and narrative dates. The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services provided daily rainfall data, and dates were determined using R-Instat. Findings: Rain often begins in Nsanje on November 28, followed by Ngabu on December 7, and Nchalo on December 9. The advertising dates are comparable across stations: April 3 for Nchalo and Ngabu, and April 5 for Nsanje. While most years fall within the typical range, global phenomena like La Niña and El Niño can cause early or late results. Conclusion: These insights are crucial for sustainably managing and developing socioeconomic activities at the national and district levels in Malawi. Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the onset and cessation dates of the rainy season, utilizing long-term rainfall data spanning from 1990 to 2019. This localized analysis addresses existing gaps in the understanding of regional rainfall characteristics, which is essential for enhancing agricultural planning and mitigating resource wastage in an area heavily reliant on rain-fed agriculture
Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) methodology system analysis on mobile banking users
No full textThis study aims to determine the effect of using Bank BTN's M-Banking (PT. Bank Tabungan Negara (Persero) Tbk) using the Modified TAM Method. The data collection used was by distributing electronic questionnaires to 436 respondents. This research method is quantitative research. The population in this study are Bank BTN M-Banking users who are domiciled in Jabodetabek, Central Java, East Java and Non Jabodetabek, Central Java and East Java, aged 17-50 years. The sample is determined using the Slovin formula. The research tests carried out were Validity Test, Reliability Test, Inner Model Test, Outer Model Test, and Path Coefficient Bootstrapping Test. Based on the results of data analysis, it can be concluded that Perceived Usefulness (XI), Perceived Ease of Use, Perceived Safety (X3), Perceived Credibility (X4), and Perceived Convenience (X5) have a significant influence on Consumer Usage of Mobile Banking (Y)
Collective action (still) matters: transformation of government social assistance mechanisms during the covid-19 pandemic
No full textoai:ojs2.journal-iasssf.com:article/30This paper analyzed the Makassar government's public policy during the COVID-19 pandemic, namely the social assistance program. In this study, the perspective of stakeholders is taken, in which in this study the community is the main stakeholder. In addition, there are also other stakeholders such as the Social Service, District, sub District, Social Assistance Assistants. This research will explain the implementation of social assistance policies in Mariso District, Makassar and how the community responds to this policy. In addition, in this study, there were protests carried out by social assistance recipient communities in Mariso District, Makassar as a form of disappointment with the implementation of the Social Assistance policy in Mariso District, which proved successful enough to put pressure on so that aspirations and input could be realized and the government evaluated social assistance programs. COVID-19. This research conduct qualitative methods with data collection techniques using interviews with informants, in this case are the stakeholders. This study also uses the Stakeholder Mapping theory which was popularized by Eden, Ackermann and Bryson. This study uses 3 analyzes in this theory, namely 1) Power versus interest grid, 2) Problem-frame stakeholders map and 3) Policy implementation mapping. The Power versus interest grid is used by researchers to see and analyze from the side of interest and power for the community as the main Stakeholder in this research. The Problem-frame stakeholders map is used by researchers to see how the conditions of stakeholders, in this case, are the community. How does the community solve problems in this social assistance program and what actions are taken by the community to solve these problems. Policy implementation mapping is used by researchers to describe the strategies carried out by the community to influence social assistance policies, especially in Mariso District, Makassar
Mutuality of being in the batak toba community: exploring the maingain tradition in the modern era
No full textThis paper explains mutuality of being that is seen through the tradition of mangain (adopts a child) in Batak Toba society which has progressed over time. This tradition is familiar for the Batak Toba people who want to do mixed marriage with non-Batak ethnic groups. In the reality, the whole function of mangain is rooted on ‘child adoption’. This tradition directs people who receive a Batak Toba clan—I called it the “Orang Batak baru”—, not only Batak Toba people, to a Dalihan Na Tolu life which is mutually dependent on each other. On the other hand, mangain does not encourage them forget their parents who gave birth to, and nurturanced for, them. Mangain has become an example of a tradition that can strengthen the unity of Indonesia, a plural country, because kinship in here is not only seen from procreation. Diversity has been seen as a source of conflict of interest between groups in Indonesia. The final result of this article showed that mangain tradition accommodates the Batak Toba people love non-Batak people, and vice versa, which can be seen from the implications of the mutuality of being in it. Archival data, writing of academics from various fields up to other forms of writing, became the basis of this research. Interviews of informants who have been directly involved in the mangain process, even wrote it in a book, then completed this paper
Violence against women: addressing the victims’ issues through formal institution
No full textThis research discussed a critical issue in the current era, violence against women. It investigated the form of social services for victims of acts of violence provided by formal institution. This study focused on victims' issues regarding violence against women to the National Commission on Violence Against Women. This research was inspired by the implementation of Indonesia Regulation No. 65 of 2005 concerning the National Commission on Violence Against Women. For almost two decades since the regulation was implemented, this research explored the actual implementation of it, especially in this current area where gender-based violence has increased dramatically. Besides that, we critically investigated several factors that attract violence against women, i.e., law and societal patterns. This study used a qualitative method, including in-depth interviews, field observation, and content analysis through formal regulations. It also utilized the theory of regulations' implementation to ensure some aspects, i.e., communication, resources, dispositions, and the organizational structure. The results of this study showed that there is still a lack, especially in the communication aspect. Our findings implied that it could prevent society from utilizing social services provided by formal institutions to access proper justice. Currently, there is no optimal socialization conducted by the Office of the National Commission on Violence Against Women, though it already had some programs. The researcher suggests ensuring proper awareness and knowledge among citizens to make reports regarding gender-based violence is key. So, the mitigation regarding these issues can be tackled properly and inclusively
Digital literation to increase health awareness: a case of mediteranian diet
No full textThe heart disease is usually caused by various bad habits such as smoking, rarely exercising, having an unhealthy diet, as well as the habit of consuming alcohol. Coronary heart disease is ranked as a deadly disease with the additional data that some people aged over 15 years have cholesterol, triglyceride and LDL levels that are above normal. Students who study at tertiary institutions and become students who migrate and live in dormitories or boarding houses, the majority have unhealthy eating patterns, either due to lack of attention from parents, freedom to choose food, lazy to cook, or limited funds. For this reason, it is necessary to have a strategy that can be implemented by students as an effort to maintain heart health. One way to do this is by modifying your diet. Diet modification is an activity to reduce or replace unhealthy food intake with healthier food. In college students, awareness of maintaining a healthy diet must be instilled so that in the future, especially in old age, they do not have unwanted diseases due to wrong lifestyles in their youth. For this reason, as a student, you must be very aware of the importance of maintaining health, especially heart health by changing patterns eat to be healthier by consuming lots of fiber intake. This food modification can be realized through the implementation of a diet in the form of a Mediterranean diet