SDG 13 In Number
Total energy used (GJ)
20.148
Total energy used from low-carbon sources (GJ)
9.308
13.3.4 Inform and Support Government
UNS Supports Local Governments in Early Warning and Risk Monitoring Systems for Climate Change-Related Disasters
Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) demonstrates a strong commitment to informing and supporting local or regional governments in local climate change disaster or risk early warning and monitoring. Through various collaborative initiatives, UNS actively contributes by providing information, training, and technical assistance to government institutions, communities, and local stakeholders in efforts related to mitigation, adaptation, and disaster early warning systems.
- Collaboration between P3B LPPM UNS and BPBD Purworejo to Develop e-SISKA (Disaster Information System)
On October 30, 2024, the Center for Disaster Research and Management (P3B) under the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM) UNS collaborated with the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of Purworejo Regency to develop e-SISKA, a digital-based disaster information system. This system aims to improve disaster management effectiveness through real-time data provision, risk monitoring, and rapid analysis of potential hazards. The collaboration serves to strengthen BPBD’s capacity in risk monitoring and local disaster early warning systems, supporting local government preparedness in responding to climate-related disasters.
Source: https://p3b.lppm.uns.ac.id/?p=2665
- Establishment of the Disaster Risk Reduction Forum (FPRB) and Development of the “Weling Prahara” Flood Early Warning System by UNS KKN Team in Sragen
Through the Community Service Program (KKN), UNS students play an active role in supporting local governments and communities to build disaster preparedness. In August 2024, UNS KKN Group 178 in Singopadu Village, Sidoharjo Subdistrict, Sragen Regency, facilitated the establishment of the Disaster Risk Reduction Forum (FPRB) and developed a Flood Early Warning System (EWS) named “Weling Prahara.”
This initiative involved collaboration with the BPBD of Sragen Regency, subdistrict officials, village apparatus, and community leaders. The EWS device automatically triggers a siren when water levels rise beyond normal limits, serving as an early warning mechanism for potential flooding. This project not only enhances community preparedness but also strengthens local government coordination in climate change disaster risk reduction and early warning monitoring.
- Scientific Seminars and Discussions Featuring Government Agencies
In addition to field initiatives, P3B LPPM UNS consistently organizes seminars and academic discussions involving government institutions to inform and support local or regional government in local climate change disaster or risk early warning and monitoring.
One example is the Online Discussion Series-14, themed “Mount Ruang: Volcanic Threats and Community Empowerment Strategies,” held on June 8, 2024. The event featured speakers from the Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG) under the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (KESDM). The discussion aimed to enhance public understanding of volcanic hazards and foster collaboration among academia, government, and communities in disaster risk mitigation efforts.
Source: https://p3b.lppm.uns.ac.id/?p=2551
Through these collaborative initiatives, UNS not only serves as an academic and research institution but also as a strategic partner to local governments in enhancing disaster information systems, developing early warning mechanisms, and improving risk monitoring related to climate change. These efforts highlight UNS’s contribution to achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 13: Climate Action, particularly by informing and supporting local and regional governments in developing early warning and monitoring systems for climate-related disasters and risks.