UI GreenMetric Workshop on Campus Waste Solutions: Innovation, Impacts and Future Direction of Sustainable Universities

The online workshop on campus waste solutions, hosted by UIN Raden Fatah Palembang, took place on Monday, June 5, 2023, at 09:00 . The event began with a captivating video profile of UI GreenMetric and UIN Raden Fatah Palembang. The Master of Ceremony representing the university warmly opened the event, extending a warm welcome to the speakers and the audience. Opening remarks were then delivered by Prof. Dr. Ir. Riri Fitri Sari, M.M., M.Sc., Chairperson of UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, and Prof. Dr. Nyayu Khodijah, S.Ag, M.Si., Rector of UIN Raden Fatah Palembang.

Opening by Master of Ceremony of the Workshop


Opening Remarks from Prof. Dr. Ir. Riri Fitri Sari, M.M., M.Sc.,
Chairperson of UI GreenMetric World University Rankings


Opening Remarks from Prof. Dr. Nyayu Khodijah, S.Ag, M.Si., Rector of UIN Raden Fatah Palembang

Following the inspiring opening remarks from the esteemed leaders of UIN Raden Fatah Palembang and UI GreenMetric, the moderator took charge of the workshop, introducing each speaker. The lineup included Prof. Dr. Amin Retnoningsih, M.Si., from Universitas Negeri Semarang, Prof. Dr. Drs. Pranoto, M.Sc., from Universitas Sebelas Maret, and Dr. A. Netty Siahaya, M.Si., from Universitas Pattimura.

Moderator of the Workshop

Prof. Dr. Amin Retnoningsih had the privilege of presenting first, providing an overview of Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) and its sustainability efforts. She shared the history and performance of UNNES in UI GreenMetric Rankings and offered a detailed explanation of UNNES's management of organic waste. The UNNES team also shared valuable experiences in waste management using the Black Soldier Fly technology.

The First Speaker, Prof. Dr. Amin Retnoningsih, M.Si.
from Universitas Negeri Semarang


Presentation from UNNES Team

The second speaker, Prof. Dr. Drs. Pranoto, M.Sc., from Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), focused his presentation on waste management at UNS. Prof. Pranoto discussed the university's recycling program for waste, initiatives to reduce paper and plastic usage, and methods for organic waste treatment.

The Second Speaker, Prof. Dr. Drs. Pranoto, M.Sc., from Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS)

Dr. A. Netty Siahaya, M.Si., from Universitas Pattimura (UNPATTI), served as the third speaker, delivering an insightful presentation on the innovation and modification of eco-enzymes using seawater at UNPATTI. She explained the eco-enzyme production process, its effective role in waste management, and provided facts and theories on eco-enzyme utilization.

The Third Speaker, Dr. A. Netty Siahaya, M.Si. from Universitas Pattimura (UNPATTI)

The webinar progressed smoothly, with active participation from both the speakers and attendees. Thoughtful questions were raised, enriching the discussions. The event concluded with closing remarks from the moderator, summarizing the key takeaways from the enlightening sessions. It is hoped that this webinar will inspire and motivate other universities to make significant efforts in managing waste within their respective campuses. Live stream available on UI GreenMetric’s Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIpx8GDMDC8