SDG 13 In Number
Total energy used (GJ)
20.148
Total energy used from low-carbon sources (GJ)
9.308
13.3.5 Environmental Education Collaborate With NGO
UNS Collaboration with NGOs in Environmental Education and Climate Adaptation
Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) continues to strengthen its commitment to supporting climate action through environmental education that involves active collaboration with non-governmental organizations (NGOs). This initiative is an integral part of the university’s efforts to achieve Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 13: Climate Action, particularly in enhancing academic and public capacity through strategic partnerships in education and climate adaptation.
- International Public Lecture: “Transforming Sustainable Agriculture through Communication of Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) Innovations and Practices”
The Faculty of Agriculture (FP) UNS, through the Agricultural Extension and Communication Study Program, organized an International Public Lecture titled “Transforming Sustainable Agriculture through Communication of Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) Innovations and Practices.” The event featured Mr. Tuan Le, Rice Programme Director for Southeast Asia at Rikolto Indonesia, an international NGO specializing in sustainable agricultural development.
Through this lecture, students had the opportunity to directly engage with an international practitioner who has extensive experience in transforming agricultural systems through strategic communication approaches. The discussion covered various innovations within the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) practices that not only improve agricultural productivity but also contribute to farmers’ welfare and environmental preservation. The presence of Rikolto Indonesia underscores the vital role of collaboration between higher education institutions and NGOs in empowering the younger generation to address climate change challenges through sustainable agricultural practices.
- FSRD Studium Generale: “Inspiring Through Bamboo: Sustainable Furniture Design from Nature and the Village!”
Beyond agriculture, the spirit of collaboration to promote sustainability is also reflected in the Studium Generale of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (FSRD) UNS, themed “Inspiring Through Bamboo: Sustainable Furniture Design from Nature and the Village!” The event featured Dennis Pluemer from Santai Furniture & Pring Studio, a community-based initiative that focuses on sustainable design and rural empowerment through the use of bamboo. Through this activity, students were encouraged to explore the potential of local natural materials as eco-friendly design solutions while strengthening the connection between art, nature, and social sustainability.
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These activities demonstrate the strong synergy between UNS and non-governmental organizations in creating educational spaces oriented toward climate action. Such collaborations not only enrich students’ learning experiences through global perspectives and practical engagement but also reaffirm UNS’s commitment to leading the transformation of higher education toward sustainable development grounded in cross-sector collaboration and environmental stewardship.