SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
Our Goals in Action (2024)
Water consumption per person
Jakarta State University (UNJ) is committed to managing water consumption efficiently as part of its efforts toward becoming a sustainable campus. Water use across the university is regularly monitored to determine the average consumption per person, including students, lecturers, and administrative staff. Through various initiatives, such as the installation of water-saving faucets, the implementation of ablution water recycling systems in several campus mosques, and the use of rainwater harvesting installations for garden irrigation, UNJ strives to reduce clean water usage without compromising comfort or environmental hygiene. In addition, the “Save Water, Save Future” campaign is regularly conducted to raise awareness among the academic community about the importance of water conservation. With these measures, UNJ not only seeks to lower individual water consumption but also instills a culture of water efficiency as part of a green lifestyle within higher education institutions.
6.2.1 Does your university as a body measure the total volume of water used in the university that is taken from mains supply, desalinated, or extracted from rivers, lakes, or acquifers?
UNJ measures its total water usage through a structured management system combining digital monitoring and regular audits. Water consumption is tracked via installed meters and monitored daily, weekly, and monthly to record groundwater extraction and overall usage patterns. This system includes a network of groundwater tanks in SFD, RA Kartini, and Dewi Sartika buildings, supplied by a centralized well system. It also covers rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling, ensuring accurate data for efficiency analysis and sustainability reporting. Integrated with UNJ’s Smart and Green Building initiative, the program features water-saving fixtures, leak detection, and reuse systems for ablution water and irrigation. A distinctive strength lies in its integration of real-time monitoring with green-certified infrastructure, positioning UNJ as a best-practice model among Indonesian public universities and directly contributing to SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation.
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Water usage and care
Jakarta State University (UNJ) promotes responsible water usage and care as part of its sustainability commitment. The university ensures that water resources are used efficiently across all facilities, including academic buildings, laboratories, dormitories, and green spaces.
Several conservation initiatives have been implemented, such as installing water-efficient taps, reusing greywater for cleaning and irrigation, and harvesting rainwater to support campus landscaping. UNJ also raises awareness through educational campaigns and student activities that emphasize the importance of saving water as a shared responsibility.
Through these efforts, UNJ aims to reduce water waste, protect natural resources, and foster an environmentally conscious culture among its academic community, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient campus.
Several conservation initiatives have been implemented, such as installing water-efficient taps, reusing greywater for cleaning and irrigation, and harvesting rainwater to support campus landscaping. UNJ also raises awareness through educational campaigns and student activities that emphasize the importance of saving water as a shared responsibility.
Through these efforts, UNJ aims to reduce water waste, protect natural resources, and foster an environmentally conscious culture among its academic community, contributing to a more sustainable and resilient campus.
6.3.2 Does your university as a body have processes to prevent polluted water entering the water system, including pollution caused by accidents and incidents at the university?
UNJ has established comprehensive processes to prevent polluted water from entering the natural or campus water system. These measures include systematic waste sorting between organic and inorganic materials, the use of IPAL (Wastewater Treatment Installation) systems to treat liquid waste before discharge, and the application of ceramic membrane filtration technology to remove fine particles and chemical contaminants. Through these integrated mechanisms, UNJ significantly reduces the potential risk of water pollution resulting from laboratory activities, daily campus operations, or accidental spills. What makes UNJ’s environmental management approach unique is its combination of conventional IPAL systems with advanced ceramic membrane filtration—an innovation that remains relatively uncommon among Indonesian public universities. This integrated system exemplifies UNJ’s commitment to sustainable water management and directly supports the achievement of SDG 6.
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6.3.5 Does your university as a body plant landscapes to minimise water usage? (e.g. use drought-tolerant plants
Based on the UNJ Healthy Campus Guidelines 2025, Universitas Negeri Jakarta actively implements landscaping strategies designed to minimize water usage. This is realized through the use of drought-tolerant plants and drip irrigation systems as part of the water conservation program, as outlined in Chapter V (Campus Health Program) under section 5.11 Water Governance.
Furthermore, UNJ's commitment to water efficiency is also reflected in the development of Green Open Spaces (RTH). These spaces not only function as water catchment areas but are also designed with local vegetation adaptive to Indonesia's climate, thereby reducing dependence on excessive watering. This effort aligns with the target of increasing the RTH proportion to a minimum of 30% of the total campus area, as established in Chapter II (Healthy Campus Principles and Values).
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Furthermore, UNJ's commitment to water efficiency is also reflected in the development of Green Open Spaces (RTH). These spaces not only function as water catchment areas but are also designed with local vegetation adaptive to Indonesia's climate, thereby reducing dependence on excessive watering. This effort aligns with the target of increasing the RTH proportion to a minimum of 30% of the total campus area, as established in Chapter II (Healthy Campus Principles and Values).
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Water reuse
akarta State University (UNJ) has implemented various water reuse initiatives as part of its commitment to becoming a sustainable campus. One of the key efforts is the reuse of ablution water from several campus mosques for watering gardens and green areas. This system is designed to ensure that water still suitable for use can be repurposed, thereby reducing the waste of clean water.
In addition, UNJ promotes the use of harvested rainwater for non-consumptive purposes, such as cleaning campus areas and irrigating plants. This program not only helps conserve water resources but also serves as an educational initiative to raise awareness among the academic community about the importance of sustainable water management.
Through these water reuse practices, UNJ strives to reduce its water footprint while fostering environmental awareness in all campus activities.
In addition, UNJ promotes the use of harvested rainwater for non-consumptive purposes, such as cleaning campus areas and irrigating plants. This program not only helps conserve water resources but also serves as an educational initiative to raise awareness among the academic community about the importance of sustainable water management.
Through these water reuse practices, UNJ strives to reduce its water footprint while fostering environmental awareness in all campus activities.
6.4.2 Does your university as a body measure the reuse of water across the university?
UNJ actively measures and implements water reuse across its operations. This is a formal component of the water conservation strategy outlined in Chapter 5.11 (Water Governance), which documents a systematic approach to reusing treated water.
Specifically, the university has implemented a greywater recycling system that treats water from sinks and showers. This treated water is then repurposed for non-potable uses, primarily for landscape irrigation and cleaning purposes across the campus. Furthermore, the guidelines highlight a pioneering project at the campus mosque, where water from ablution (wudhu) is collected, filtered, and reused, serving as a model for circular water management.
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Specifically, the university has implemented a greywater recycling system that treats water from sinks and showers. This treated water is then repurposed for non-potable uses, primarily for landscape irrigation and cleaning purposes across the campus. Furthermore, the guidelines highlight a pioneering project at the campus mosque, where water from ablution (wudhu) is collected, filtered, and reused, serving as a model for circular water management.
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Water in the community
Jakarta State University (UNJ) actively promotes community engagement related to water conservation and sustainable water management. Through education, research, and community service programs, UNJ collaborates with local communities to raise awareness about the importance of clean water access and efficient water use.
Students and lecturers often conduct outreach activities, such as water-saving campaigns, clean water education in schools, and training on simple water filtration systems for nearby residents. These initiatives aim to empower the community to adopt sustainable water practices in daily life.
By integrating academic knowledge with social responsibility, UNJ contributes to strengthening community resilience and supporting the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) on clean water and sanitation.
Students and lecturers often conduct outreach activities, such as water-saving campaigns, clean water education in schools, and training on simple water filtration systems for nearby residents. These initiatives aim to empower the community to adopt sustainable water practices in daily life.
By integrating academic knowledge with social responsibility, UNJ contributes to strengthening community resilience and supporting the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) on clean water and sanitation.
6.5.1 Does your university as a body provide educational opportunities for local communities to learn about good water management?
UNJ actively provides educational and community engagement programs focused on sustainable water management for local communities surrounding the campus area. These initiatives include water safety training for the hearing-impaired, health education on clean water and sanitation for residents of Pantai Sederhana Village, and technical training on monitoring and maintaining refill station systems in Muara Gembong. Through these programs, UNJ enhances community knowledge, builds capacity to manage water resources responsibly, and contributes to improved public health outcomes. The uniqueness of UNJ’s approach lies in its focus on inclusive education, particularly by empowering marginalized and special-needs groups such as the hearing-impaired community—an effort rarely implemented in higher education outreach. These activities exemplify UNJ’s integration of academic expertise with social responsibility and directly contribute to achieving SDG 6 & SDG 4.
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6.5.6 Does your university as a body actively promote conscious water usage on campus?
UNJ actively promotes conscious and responsible water usage across its campus environment through a combination of behavioral and technical initiatives. Key programs include the provision of eduQua-branded bottled water produced under strict quality standards, the “Drink Up” awareness campaign encouraging students and staff to stay hydrated sustainably, and the installation of water dispensers, water-saving flush toilets, rainwater recycling systems, and small-scale wastewater treatment units in several buildings. These actions significantly reduce water waste while cultivating a culture of environmental awareness. The distinctiveness of UNJ’s approach lies in its ability to integrate behavioral change programs with infrastructure-based solutions, ensuring that sustainability efforts are both practical and long-term. This initiative directly supports the achievement of SDG 6 & SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production).
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6.5.7 Does your university as a body actively promote conscious water usage in the wider community
UNJ extends its commitment to conscious and sustainable water usage beyond campus boundaries by engaging in a variety of community-based initiatives. Key activities include sanitation outreach programs at refill water stations in Muara Gembong, reverse osmosis projects that convert saline or brackish water into safe drinking water, as well as training sessions on water-saving technologies utilizing ultrasonic sensors and the maintenance of automated refill station systems. These initiatives aim to strengthen local community resilience, improve access to clean water, and promote the adoption of environmentally responsible technologies. The uniqueness of UNJ’s approach lies in its direct application of technological innovations—such as reverse osmosis filtration and sensor-based automation—within real community contexts, setting it apart from conventional outreach programs. Collectively, these efforts contribute to SDG 6 & SDG 9.
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