SDG #2: End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agricultur erywhere
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2 focuses on ending hunger, achieving food security and improved nutrition, and promoting sustainable agriculture.
– United Nations
Universitas Pertamina is committed to achieving this sustainable goal through various initiatives such as food assistance programs, research on food waste, and community engagement activities undertaken during the 2022-2023 academic year.
Universitas Pertamina has measured the amount of food waste generated from the food served on campus. In the academic year 2022/2023, the university is focusing on research initiatives that tackle food waste. As part of this effort, the university is conducting a project to track food waste on campus.
This project aims to understand how much food waste is produced at Universitas Pertamina and to find areas where we can improve. By looking at the types and amounts of food waste, we hope to develop strategies to reduce waste and promote better consumption habits among students and staff.
Additionally, the university is committed to improving food security and sustainability on campus while raising awareness about responsible food management. This food waste tracking project will provide a foundation for future initiatives to reduce food waste and use resources more efficiently within the campus community. Together, we can work towards a more sustainable future, aligned with global goals and our shared responsibility for the environment.
Based on the carbon footprint assessment at Universitas Pertamina, the total campus food waste has been measured at 8.9 mega tons, reflecting the significant impact of the campus population, which consists of 4,136 individuals.
The measurement of waste in Universitas Pertamina not only raises awareness about food waste on campus but also underscores the university’s commitment to enhancing food security and sustainability within the community. The findings from the total amount of food waste will provide essential information for future actions aimed at reducing waste and improving resource efficiency.
Universitas Pertamina has a program aimed at addressing food security and hunger among students through various initiatives that support them. One important program is the “Berbagi Berkah” initiative, organized by the Islamic Spirituality Student Club (UKM Kerohanian Islam). This program regularly provides assistance in the form of cash and essential food supplies (sembako) to students in need.
Recognizing that food insecurity can negatively impact students’ academic performance and overall well-being, the “Berbagi Berkah” program aims to alleviate hunger and ensure that all students have access to sufficient nutrition. This initiative also fosters a sense of community and solidarity, encouraging students to support one another during challenging times.
Through consistent outreach and support, this program not only addresses immediate food needs but also raises awareness about the importance of food security within the campus community. By prioritizing the well-being of its students, Universitas Pertamina demonstrates its commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive, free from the burden of food insecurity.
Universitas Pertamina provides interventions to target hunger among students through the “Berbagi Berkah” program initiated by the Islamic Spirituality Student Club (UKM Kerohanian Islam). This program offers cash and essential food supplies (sembako) to students in need, helping to alleviate food insecurity. In addition to providing direct support, the program also aims to build a sense of community and solidarity among students and raise awareness about food security. Universitas Pertamina is committed to ensuring that all students can thrive without the burden of food insecurity.
Universitas Pertamina operates two cafeterias that prioritize sustainability by offering food from trusted sources and supporting the local economy. These cafeterias provide opportunities for local vendors to sell their culinary creations, thus fostering community engagement and economic growth around our campus.
In selecting food outlets to operate within our cafeterias, we adhere to a set of criteria to ensure the health and well-being of our students and staff. The criteria include:
- Health Standards: All food offerings must undergo health checks to ensure they are safe for consumption.
- Food Quality: Only vendors whose food has passed taste tests and met quality standards will be permitted to sell in our cafeterias
- Sustainable Packaging: We are committed to minimizing environmental impact by discouraging the use of plastic and styrofoam packaging.
- Waste Management: Vendors must demonstrate a commitment to responsible waste management practices. This includes sorting waste into appropriate categories (plastic, paper, organic) and adhering to established guidelines for cleanliness in and around the cafeteria.
By implementing these criteria, Universitas Pertamina ensures that the food choices available in our cafeterias are not only delicious and healthy but also contribute to a sustainable environment and support the local community.
Universitas Pertamina provides interventions to target hunger among staff by organizing lunch gatherings, offering meal vouchers during Dies Natalis and Independence Day celebrations, and arranging communal iftar during Ramadan. These efforts not only guarantee access to nutritious meals but also promote a sense of community and camaraderie among the staff. Through these initiatives, the university demonstrates its dedication to supporting the staff and fostering an inclusive environment.
Universitas Pertamina provides healthy and affordable food choices for all on campus, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). To maintain the quality of food available in its facilities, the university has established an evaluation system for tenants in the UPer cafeteria. Through this asset management function, all food vendors must undergo a comprehensive evaluation process to ensure that the food they provide is nutritious, safe, and reasonably priced for the campus community. This initiative supports the promotion of good health and well-being (SDG 3) and also addresses food security and sustainability (SDG 2).
Universitas Pertamina, through its Community Service Program (PkM), collaborated with SMK 1 Kedawung to develop eco-friendly technology aimed at enhancing agricultural yields. This initiative focuses on controlling bat pests that damage longan fruit plants at SMK 1 Kedawung’s fruit garden in Kedawung District, Sragen Regency—one of Indonesia’s primary rice-producing regions. The program seeks to help local farmers reduce crop losses due to pests while introducing renewable energy technology to the younger generation.
Sragen Regency is known as one of Indonesia’s agricultural centers, and Kedawung District, with its supportive climate, is ideal for fruit cultivation. However, farmers there face challenges with bat pests that reduce longan harvests. As a solution, the PkM team introduced an ultrasonic wave-based pest repellent powered by renewable energy from solar panels.
Ultrasonic waves are mechanical waves with a frequency above 20 kHz that are effective in repelling certain pests without harming the environment. This device emits sounds at frequencies only audible to certain animals, including bats. In this program, two ultrasonic wave generators were installed in the longan garden, each capable of covering an area of up to 300 m², thereby addressing bat disturbances across the entire longan garden.
This PkM program not only assists local farmers in reducing losses due to pests but also offers long-term benefits by introducing renewable energy technology to the community. Similar programs are planned to support other plantations in Sragen Regency and surrounding areas as part of Universitas Pertamina’s commitment to promoting green technology development and sustainability.
Universitas Pertamina provides events for local farmers and food producers to connect and transfer knowledge, exemplified by the Uper Food Festival (UFF) 2022. This event was organized to support Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2, which aims to enhance local farmers’ and food producers’ access to markets. The festival took place from October 3 to 14, 2022, and served as a platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (UMKM) and local farmers to showcase their products to students. UFF was free to participants who met specific criteria, including ensuring the cleanliness and halal status of their offerings.
Despite challenges in the new normal, such as rising costs of online service applications and difficulties in digital marketing, the festival enabled around ten UMKM to offer food and beverages at the GOR 2 UPer corridor. Through this initiative, the university not only strengthened the connection between the university and the local community but also contributed to achieving food security and improving the income of local farmers and producers.
Universitas Pertamina provides access to university facilities to support local farmers through its community service initiatives by utilizing renewable energy technology (EBT). A key effort is the installation of pest-repellent technology to improve crop quality and yields. The university has also introduced SoLite, a solar-powered lantern that provides up to 12 hours of light, helping farmers protect their crops at night.
Through training and support, these initiatives not only enhance agricultural efficiency but also promote sustainable practices and food security, strengthening Universitas Pertamina’s connection with the local community.
Universitas Pertamina prioritizes the purchase of products from local, sustainable sources through Regulation No. 01 of 2023, which replaces Regulation No. 19 of 2020. This new regulation is specifically outlined in Article 1, Rule 13, and Rule 61. Rule 13 defines domestic products as goods and/or services, including design and engineering, produced or executed by companies investing and operating in Indonesia, allowing for the use of imported raw materials or components.
Meanwhile, Rule 61 emphasizes the importance of sustainability in the procurement process, ensuring that all products used at Universitas Pertamina not only support the local economy but also meet the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) principles of the university. By implementing these regulations, Universitas Pertamina is not only addressing consumption needs but also positively contributing to the local economy.
