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Enhancing social cooperation through hiking tourism: A case study of the Selo route in Mount Merbabu National Park
No full textBackground: Mount Merbabu is one of the leading natural tourist destinations in Central Java that attracts local and foreign tourists, primarily through the Selo Trail, which is famous for trekking activities. The number of visitors along the Selo Trekking Trail has increased significantly yearly. Tourism activities on this trail have a significant social and economic impact on the surrounding community, directly and indirectly. Therefore, it is essential to identify the social impact and estimate the economic impact of tourism in the area around the Selo Trekking Trail. Method: This research method uses a qualitative descriptive analysis method with a Likert scale to highlight tourism activities' social and economic impacts. This analysis involves collecting data through interviews, questionnaires, and observations to gain in-depth insight into the impact of tourism on local communities and their contribution to their economy. Findings: The study results indicate that tourism activities along the Selo Trekking Trail significantly influence community cooperation and social values. Tourism activities also contribute to community livelihoods, including actively managing tourism and forming volunteer groups. The interaction between tourists and local communities changes culture and social values and has a positive impact by rapidly diversifying residents' jobs. Conclusion: From the results of the study, it can be concluded that tourism on the Selo Trekking Trail has significant social and economic impacts on the surrounding community. This activity strengthens community cooperation, influences social values, and improves livelihoods and job diversification. Active community involvement in tourism management and forming volunteer groups are critical factors in optimally utilizing tourism opportunities. Novelty: This study provides new insights into how tourism on the Selo Trekking Trail affects the social and economic dynamics of local communities. The findings highlight positive changes in community cooperation, social values, and job diversification, which have yet to be widely explored in previous studies on the impact of tourism in the area. This study also underlines the importance of active community involvement in tourism management to maximize economic and social benefits
Income analysis of cabbage farming in Kopeng village, Getasan district, Semarang regency: An effort to improve village community economies
No full textoai:ojs2.journal-iasssf.com:article/52This study aims to analyze the Business Income of Cabbage Farming in Kopeng Village, Getasan District, Semarang Regency. The basic method in this study uses descriptive quantitative data collection techniques using questionnaires, interviews and observations. The sample in this study were Cabbage Farmers in Kopeng Village, Getasan District, Semarang Regency. Based on the results of the T test using the one sample test, the results of the T count were 24.407. Then it can be obtained that T count > T table, meaning that if T hcount > T table then HO is rejected, HA is accepted. So the hypothesis in this study can be concluded that cabbage farming in Kopeng Village, Getasan District, Semarang Regency is profitable
Breaking down barriers: Overcoming silo mentality in bureaucratic reform
No full textBackground: Silo mentality has emerged as a significant obstacle in the bureaucratic reform process in Indonesia. This paper aims to investigate the underlying causes, adverse effects, and potential solutions to address silo mentality within the context of bureaucratic reform in government organizations.The study employs a qualitative approach, conducting a comprehensive review of relevant literature and analyzing the phenomenon of silo mentality in government organizations. Methods: The research draws upon various scholarly articles, government reports, and case studies to gain insights into the dynamics of silo mentality and its impact on bureaucratic reform efforts. Findings: The findings reveal that silo mentality stems from a range of factors, including leadership issues, lack of effective communication channels, and a focus on individual goals rather than organizational objectives. The presence of hierarchical structures and a lack of transparency in information sharing across different divisions contribute to the formation of silos. The impacts of silo mentality are far-reaching, resulting in reduced productivity, decreased employee morale, and diminished customer satisfaction. Conclusion: To overcome these challenges, the paper proposes several strategies. These include ensuring employee vision convergence, achieving common goals collectively, providing motivation and incentives, precise execution, and fostering collaboration among departments. The bureaucratic reform in Indonesia aims to establish a competent, professional, and integrity-driven bureaucracy that is free from corruption and serves the public effectively. However, the presence of a silo mentality hinders the realization of these goals by creating barriers to communication, collaboration, and innovation. Future research should focus on developing practical frameworks and tools to facilitate the implementation of the proposed strategies for breaking down silos and promoting a collaborative work environment within government organizations undergoing bureaucratic reform. Empirical studies examining the effectiveness of these strategies in real-world settings would provide valuable insights into their applicability and potential for success. Additionally, exploring the role of technology in enabling seamless communication and collaboration across departments could offer new avenues for addressing silo mentality in the digital age. Novelty/Originality of this Study: The novelty of the 'silo mentality' phenomenon within the context of bureaucratic reform in Indonesia, identifying its causes, impacts, and proposing strategies to overcome it in order to achieve effective governance
Potential application of Batang Garing cultural values of Dayak tribe in Orangutan conservation
No full textBackground: This is intended to describe the Batang Garing symbol of the Dayak Ngaju tribe in Central Kalimantan as a container for preservation. From the previous study mentioned about Batang Garing, environmental consciousness, this study attempts to identify the cultural values of the Batang Garing tribe in the life of the Dayak tribe and to seek opportunities to apply the cultural values of the Batang Garing Dayak tribe in Orangutan conservation. Methods: This study using qualitative techniques is used to measure rehabilitation and assess the contribution of rehabilitation to conservation. Findings: It can be concluded that the Batang Garing concept is in harmony with the idea of Orangutan conservation. The construction of meaning that is carried out provides space for collaboration between local values and modern values in the conservation agenda, it is hoped that this alignment will facilitate the involvement of indigenous peoples in harmony with Orangutan conservation so that they play an active role in conservation because there are several overlapping values. Conclusion: The constructs provided are expected to be useful in forming universal knowledge/which can be understood by the wider community, including policy makers, namely the Government, as well as policy observers, both academics and practitioners regarding the agenda of forest conservation. Novelty/Originality of this Study: The novelty of this study lies in its exploration of the potential application of the Dayak Tribe's Batang Garing cultural values in Orangutan conservation. This research uniquely combines indigenous wisdom with modern conservation efforts, aiming to foster community involvement and promote sustainable natural resource management
Soil erodibility results of revegetation using Bitti plant at various ages reclamation of quarry a limestone mine at PT. Semen Tonasa, Pangkep District, South Sulawesi
No full textBackground: Limestone mine reclamation by Limited Liability Company (LLC)/Perseroan Terbatas (PT) Semen Tonasa is carried out periodically to restore land conditions sustainably. The reclamation was carried out through revegetation using endemic plants, namely the bitter plant (Vitex colossus R.), which grows significantly in the southern part of Sulawesi. This study aims to determine the erodibility of the soil in limestone mine reclamation land planted with bitti plants. Methods: The method used is the survey method by determining the location of soil samples using the purposive sampling method based on the reclamation age planted with bitti plants in 2019, 2015 and 2010 and determining the erodibility value using the formula according to Wischmerier and Smith (1978). The parameters used included soil texture, structure, organic matter, permeability, pH, and unit weight. Findings: The results of this study indicate that the erodibility of the soil in the limestone mine reclamation land planted with bitti plants is classified as high due to the high dust content, which is influenced by the parent material. The results of this study indicate that the erodibility value of the land reclamation in 2019 was classified as moderately low to moderately high, the land reclamation in 2015 was classified as moderate to moderately high, and the land reclamation in 2010 was classified as moderate to high. Conclusion: The factor affecting the erodibility of the soil in the reclamation area is the M value (percentage of very fine silt and sand). Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study's novelty lies in examining soil erodibility changes over different reclamation ages in a limestone mine using endemic bitti plants. This research highlights the unique relationship between reclamation age and soil properties, contributing valuable insights into effective land reclamation practices in tropical karst environments
A potential community-based tourism analysis of Baseco: A basis for socio-economic sustainability development
No full textBackground: Community-based tourism has been promoted as a strategy for the reduction of poverty, with the potential to improve the sustainability of marginalized regions and communities. The locals of Baseco have low wages, unsecured employment, and limited access to primary services like education, healthcare, sanitation, and adequate shelter. Methods: The study determines the relationship between the local government views on community-based tourism and their level of contributions to the community-based tourism for the Baseco’s socio-economic sustainability development. The researchers had two distinct categories of respondents to get the perspectives of all parties involved in the study’s beneficial result. Using the quantitative method and the purposive sampling technique, there were 130 respondents through online survey questionnaires. The data of the respondents were examined using a Likert scale, and the collected information was statistically analyzed using frequency, weighted mean, standard deviation, and Pearson correlation coefficient. Finding: Using the elements of community-based tourism such as: (1) resource conservation; (2) social and economic development; (3) empowerment and ownership; and (4) quality visitor experience, the participants determine the impact of community-based tourism to the community. The result indicates a moderately strong positive relationship between the viewed community-based tourism socio-economic activity of the local government unit in Baseco and the perceived level of possible contributions to its community-based socio-economic sustainability. Moreover, the result from the local community of Baseco indicates a strong agreement and satisfaction with the possible implementation of community-based tourism in Baseco. Conclusion: The residents firmly support and express pleasure with the implementation of community-based tourism as shown in the data
Waste management plan with reduce, reuse, recycle (3r) method
No full textGarbage is a problem that is quite concerning in Indonesia. Most of the waste generated comes from household waste and plastic waste. The increase in waste production is influenced by population growth, the speed of development and the socio-economic level of the community which grows every year. The increase in the amount of waste is not proportional to the expansion of the landfill area. Disposal/TPA conditions in several areas are already overloaded, one of which is in Batang Regency. The Randukuning TPA in Batang Regency is already overloaded with the amount of waste produced reaching 500 tons per day with a landfill area of 2.5 hectares. Waste management is a structured, comprehensive and sustainable activity that includes waste reduction and handling. One effort that can be done to reduce waste is to sort waste from its source and apply 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle)
Availability and potential for expansion of agricultural land in Indonesia
No full textLand is a critical factor in agriculture, especially in soil-based cultivation. The prevailing problem in agricultural land use that is yet to be solved is the rapid conversion to non-agricultural use, which raised concern for agriculture’s existence in the future. Moreover, the population continues to grow despite the receding agricultural land to produce food. Therefore, research and policies are starting to lean towards optimization of marginal land for agricultural activities. Indonesia still has potential marginal land for agricultural expansion. This paper uses secondary data and former studies to summarize the potential and availability of marginal land for agricultural expansion based on the land categories: forest land, dryland, and wetland (tidal swamp and peat). This paper also discusses the government's extensification program and the results of its implementation. We found that various reports about marginal lands utilization emphasized optimizing the target land with appropriate agricultural technology. The presentation of data obtained through literature studies can strengthen the opinion that the potential availability and potential for expansion of agricultural land in Indonesia is real. This paper is expected to provide a comprehensive reference for all Indonesian regional governments, so stakeholders continue optimizing the potential of existing natural resources
Waste to energy in Indonesia: opportunities and challenges
No full textMunicipal solid waste management ideally targets reducing the volume of waste stockpiled while recovering as many resources as possible because waste is one of the renewable and biomass energy sources that can generate electricity through the conversion process. Utilizing waste-to-energy (WTE) is one of the waste processing methods recommended by the Indonesian government. As a renewable energy, waste has unlimited availability to be an alternative to fossil fuels. This study aims first to describe the legal basis and policy of WTE in Indonesia; second, to analyze the potential of waste as renewable energy in Indonesia; third, to identify the 2030 SDGs that may be achieved following the WTE Plant installation; fourth, to analyze the challenges in developing WTE in Indonesia. This study is a literature review on secondary data obtained from the Google Scholar and Scopus academic databases. Seeing the characteristics of waste in Indonesia, WTE can be done by thermal or biochemical conversion methods. Both of these methods require pre-processing because the quality of Indonesian waste still needs to improve, which is characterized by high water content and needs to be sorted appropriately
Challenges in dealing with water pollution issues in the West Java island
No full textWater is the most basic need for all living things on Earth. The abundance of water on Earth makes humans indifferent to the efficient use of water, including human activities, which are said to cause increasing pollutant loads in surface waters. The western part of Java, consisting of DKI Jakarta, West Java and Banten, has the highest population pressure in all parts of Indonesia. This has led to a decrease in the environment's carrying capacity, especially in the region's water resources. Agricultural and industrial activities and household activities cause decreasing water availability in quantity and reducing water quality. This has become a trigger for water scarcity both in quantity and quality. Based on the data, the western part of Java Island has rivers with critical status. In this study, researchers will analyze water availability, water pollution problems, and challenges in overcoming water pollution, especially in the western part of Java Island. This study used a qualitative method by conducting a literature review. In overcoming water pollution, serious efforts need to be made, including increasing community participation in the manufacture of household-scale WWTPs, limiting the use of pesticides in agricultural activities, and improving water quality by improving land cover in the upstream area and increasing water absorption in urban areas