West Kalimantan Research Articles

Oberved trend of precipitation extreme in Kalimantan

<p style="line-height:200%;margin-bottom:.0001pt;text-align:justify;text-justify:inter-ideograph;"><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman";" lang="IN">It has been suggested that the global warming due to an increase in green house gas concentrations could lead to extreme climate events, such as </span><span style="color:#007BB8;font-family:"Times New Roman";" lang="IN">precipitation extreme and droughts</span><span style="font-family:"Times New Roman";" lang="IN">. This study is designed to analyze trend in the long-term time series of preciptation extreme in Kalimantan, focusing on observed data obtained from eight meteorological stations spanning from January 1985 to December 2022. </span><span style="background-color:white;color:#0D0D0D;font-family:"Times New Roman";" lang="EN-ID">Statistical analyses were employed to discern patterns and trends in extreme precipitation events. The findings reveal a discernible long-term trend characterized by fluctuations in precipitation extremes over the study period. The trend of total annual precipitation (PRCPTOT) has increased at all observation stations. Especially at SM. Nangapinoh and Supadio, the PRCPTOT trend increased significantly at the 99% and 90% levels. Meanwhile, the increase in consecutive wet days (CWD) trends only occurred at SM. Nangapinoh and Rahadi Oesman (West Kalimantan), and SM. Iskandar (South Kalimantan). A significant trend was found in SM. Nangapinoh (90%) and Iskandar (95%). In addition to experiencing an increase in the R20mm trend, there was a decrease in the trend. Significant trend increases at the 99% and 90% levels occurred in SM. Nangapinoh and Supadio.  In addition, an increase in CDD trend occurred only in SM. Rahadi Oesman and Tjilik Riwut, although not significant. Meanwhile, the majority of extreme precipitation indices have a greater correlation with ENSO than the IOD. </span></p>

Evaluating Policy and Legal Challenges in the Legalisation of Artisanal Small Scale Gold Mining in West Kalimantan

Evaluating Policy and Legal Challenges in the Legalisation of Artisanal Small Scale Gold Mining in West Kalimantan

Preventive Measures and Handling of COVID-19 and Emerging Disease in the Border Areas of West Kalimantan Province Entikong District and Jagoi Babang District

One of the country's entry points is the National Border Post (PLBN), which is the main key in preventing the entry of the COVID-19 pandemic into Indonesia because many people come and go from various places so that the country's entrance in border areas becomes one of the places at risk of spread. COVID-19 virus such as in Entikong District and Jagoi Babang District. This research was conducted to determine the description of knowledge, attitudes, prevention efforts, health service facilities and health promotions in the Entikong and Jagoi Babang border areas, determine the influence of prevention efforts on the incidence of COVID-19, determine the influence of health service facilities and health promotions on the incidence of COVID-19 and find out the reality of implementing 3T. This research uses a mix method research design, namely a research step that combines two forms of research approaches, namely qualitative and quantitative. The sampling technique used purposive sampling with a total of 156 respondents who were divided into two groups, namely the case group and the control group. The following is a description of the research results, namely: 1) The case group in the Entikong border area has the highest presentation of low knowledge, poor attitude presentation, poor presentation of prevention efforts, and poor health facility presentation compared to the Jagoi Babang border area and the two regions combined, 2 ) There is a significant influence in efforts to prevent the incidence of COVID - 19, 3) There is a significant influence of health service facilities and health promotions in preventing the incidence of COVID - 19, 4) There are factors that encourage and hinder someone from carrying out a COVID - 19 test in the area borders, 5) There are obstacles in implementing the handling of COVID - 19 in border areas, and 6) There are problems in implementing handling of COVID - 19 in border areas..

History and development of large-scale oil palm plantations of PT BPK and PT GKG in West Kalimantan

History and development of large-scale oil palm plantations of PT BPK and PT GKG in West Kalimantan

Waste management training intervention on knowledge and attitude of integrated health service cadres and housewives in West Kalimantan

Background: Healthy village is an innovative concept prioritizing health and well-being in community development, encompassing basic health services, sanitation, clean water, environmental cleanliness, public health, food safety, and community empowerment. Purpose: To analyze the impact of Waste management training provided to integrated health service cadres and housewives. Method: A quantitative quasi-experiment study, participants were selected using purposive sampling and the Slovin formula, resulting in 82 participants from Sungai Asam village. Univariate statistical analysis was conducted, including a paired t-test to assess changes within groups and an independent t-test for between-group comparisons. Results: Support for waste management was influenced by the knowledge and attitudes of both cadres and housewives. In the cadre group, knowledge increased from an average of 15.780 in the pre-test to 18.439. For the housewives group, knowledge rose from an average of 14.561 in the pre-test to 15.634. Attitudes in the cadre group improved from 50.122 in the pre-test to 62.609, while in the housewives group, attitudes increased from 42.170 to 47.365. Conclusion: Waste management training significantly enhanced knowledge and attitudes in both groups, with a more substantial improvement observed among cadres. The study effectively demonstrated the impact of Waste management training on fostering a healthier village environment.

PIONIRS: Implementation of Public Service Innovation Policy to Promote E-Government System in Pontianak City Government, West Kalimantan

PIONIRS: Implementation of Public Service Innovation Policy to Promote E-Government System in Pontianak City Government, West Kalimantan

Impact of red mud on soil properties and revegetation species growth in bauxite mining land reclamation

Bauxite mining, a key aluminum production process, can cause environmental degradation, soil erosion, and biodiversity loss. Reclamation measures like reforestation and water management can restore balance. Red mud, a by-product of alumina production, can enhance soil fertility and plant growth in post-bauxite mining reclamation areas. Its alkalinity and mineral composition reduce reliance on synthetic fertilizers, promoting sustainable soil management and addressing environmental challenges. This study aimed to examine the impact of red mud on soil characteristics and the growth of plants in areas during bauxite mining land reclamation. This study was conducted in the post-reclamation area of bauxite mining in West Kalimantan. The experiment involved two treatments: red mud application and a species of revegetation plant. Plant species consist of the plants Embeng, Forest Guana, Johar, and Rambutan. The study used a randomized block design with 24 experimental units. The parameters measured in the study included pH, organic carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, exchangeable cations, cation exchange capacity, and base saturation, while growth parameters included a high percentage of plant growth and percentages of increased stem diameter. The findings showed that adding red mud to the planting hole increased soil pH and base saturation, improved nutrient availability, and enhanced plant growth in the areas post-mining bauxite at PT Antam, UBPB West Kalimantan. The Embeng Plant is highly regarded as a suitable plant species for re-vegetating areas after bauxite mining.

History of land status and land use of large-scale oil palm plantations of PT PKWE and PT NTYE in West Kalimantan Province, Indonesia

History of land status and land use of large-scale oil palm plantations of PT PKWE and PT NTYE in West Kalimantan Province, Indonesia

Origin of land status and history of land use of large oil palm plantation in PT PSM, West Kalimantan Province

Origin of land status and history of land use of large oil palm plantation in PT PSM, West Kalimantan Province

Legality and land status origin in sustainable oil palm management: A case study of traceability in West Kalimantan supply chains amid EU Deforestation Regulations

Legality and land status origin in sustainable oil palm management: A case study of traceability in West Kalimantan supply chains amid EU Deforestation Regulations

History of Origin Status and Land Use of Oil Palm Plantations in West Kalimantan Province

History of Origin Status and Land Use of Oil Palm Plantations in West Kalimantan Province

Carbon Absorption Potential in Sargassum sp. and Padina sp. in The Waters of East Melano Bay, Lemukutan Island, Bengkayang District, West Kalimantan Province

Increasing human activities have caused negative impacts on the environment, such as rising earth's surface temperature and extreme climate change. This impact is caused by increased greenhouse gas emissions such as carbon dioxide and methane. Marine vegetation such as seaweed Sargassum sp. and Padina sp. It can also help absorb carbon and reduce carbon emissions through the process of photosynthesis. Seaweed that has the potential to reduce carbon emissions is Sargassum sp. and Padina sp. which is located in the waters of East Melano Bay, Bengkayang Regency. This study aims to determine the density of seaweed species Sargassum sp. and Padina sp. in East Melano Bay, as well as analyzing the carbon sequestration potential of seaweed. The method used is to use the descriptive method of exploration. The descriptive method of exploration aims to describe the state of a phenomenon. This study uses the quadrant transect method in sampling in the field, while the determination of carbon content uses the analysis of biomass, ash content, moisture content and volatile substances. The results of the analysis that have been carried out show the density value of Sargassum sp. has the highest value of 102.4 Ind/m2 and Padina sp. 76.05 Ind/m2. Carbon sequestration by seaweed Sargassum sp. is 105,637 tons of C/ha and Padina sp. amounting to 78,032 tons of C/ha. Based on the description in this study, it can be concluded that the highest carbon absorption is in Sargassum sp.

Does academic writing coaching with genre pedagogy work with teachers? A case study of public school teachers in West Kalimantan, Indonesia

Recent studies in academic writing have used coaching to develop specific skills and affective variables. There are limited studies on coaching academic writing using genre pedagogy (GP) with adult learners, specifically Indonesian EFL teachers. This study investigated how academic writing coaching activities (AWCA) that implement GP could help develop the writing skills of public school teachers in Ketapang Regency, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. This qualitative case study involved fifty-seven participants who attended the coaching. Data obtained from participant observations and open-ended questionnaires were analyzed using inductive thematic analysis, and the participants’ texts were analyzed using genre analysis. The analysis results were triangulated to obtain valid findings. The results show that scaffolding, explicit teaching, and customized teaching stages could help develop the participants' writing skills. Then, the participants’ texts followed the schematic structure of the academic genre and implemented relevant linguistic features. These findings provide insight into how genre-based academic writing activities could enhance public school teachers' writing skills who are adult learners, an area with scant research. Furthermore, it is proposed that this methodology be applied across different regions and abroad to better assess its effects on the professional growth of teachers.

Guardians of the Green: Exploring the Forest Management Wisdom of Dayak Benawan Women in West Kalimantan, Indonesia

This research delves into the ramifications of oil palm expansion on the forest stewardship methods of the Dayak Benawan community in Cowet Village, West Kalimantan, Indonesia. It particularly sheds light on the adaptive strategies of indigenous women in response to diminishing forestlands. By intersecting traditional wisdom with evolving environmental realities and economic challenges, this study offers a comprehensive perspective. Employing ethnographic methodology, the research involved conducting interviews with Dayak Benawan women, providing rich, qualitative insights.Our findings unveil a profound shift in both livelihoods and cultural practices as a direct consequence of oil palm plantation encroachment. Notably, the study quantifies the impact, revealing an 18% loss of forest area in the Sanggau Regency attributable to oil palm plantation expansion. This expansion exerts a discernible negative influence, compelling the Dayak Benawan community to undergo significant livelihood transformations. This study not only highlights the environmental and socio-cultural costs of agricultural industrialization but also stresses the resilience and adaptability of indigenous communities in the face of ecological disruption.

Factors Influencing the Innovation of Police Performance in the West Kalimantan Region

Factors Influencing the Innovation of Police Performance in the West Kalimantan Region

Exploration of Microalgal Role as Bioindicator to Evaluate Water Quality in the Waters of Desa Sungai Nibung West Kalimantan

The coastal area of Desa Sungai Nibung is a conservation area with high biodiversity. This area has been used for various activities, such as capture and aquaculture fisheries, shipping traffic, and tourism. These activities could affect the waters, ecosystems, and biodiversity condition. Water quality is determined by several parameters, which one of the bioindicators is microalgae. The presence of certain microalgae contributes to the change in the color of the water which indicates the presence of HABS phenomenon. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the composition of microalgae in the waters of Desa Sungai Nibung. Water samples were taken by purposive sampling method in 5 stations with different environmental characteristics. Each station was taken surface water using a plankton net. Microalgae in the samples were then observed with a microscope and their abundance was calculated. The composition of microalgae consisted of 22 genera, belonging to Bacillariophyceae (14 genera), Dinophyceae (7 genera), and Chlorophyceae (1 genus). The Bacillariophyceae dominated the waters with a percentage of 63.66%. Microalgae abundance ranged from 3.94-7,329.25 ind/L with oligotrophic and mesotrophic categories. The diversity index was low to medium (0.74-1.78), Evenness index was low to medium (0.31-0.66), and dominance index was low to high (0.24-0.74).

Assessment of West Kalimantan's border dynamics: Challenges in nationalistic perspectives

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The Politics of Visibility in Community-based Conservation: Insights from a Village Forest in West Kalimantan, Indonesia

Conservation organisations play a key role in portraying rural people and places to external audiences, driven by sectoral, political, and technological developments. While aiming to improve social and ecological outcomes, these policies and practices have been criticised for oversimplifying local realities to make them legible, ultimately exacerbating social inequality. However, critiques of legibility often focus on how conservation represents places to outsiders, neglecting the local power dynamics entangled with these representations. This paper shows how conservationist representations are co-produced by and, to varying extents, become visible to local communities. Through ethnographic engagement with the Manjau Village Forest in West Kalimantan, Indonesia, I elaborate on a political understanding of visibility. The politics of visibility is not just an imposition but the product of collaboration and contestation between local and external actors. As such, critiques of visibility can help illustrate the ambivalent relationships that exist between conservation and local communities, clarifying the micro-political risks and opportunities associated with community-based conservation.

Edukasi SWADAIA: Swamedikasi Dispepsia Berbasis Kasus dan Video pada Masyarakat Desa Sungai Kakap, Kabupaten Kubu Raya

The prevalence of dyspepsia in Sungai Kakap Village is ranked third largest based on data from the Sungai Kakap Community Health Center, Kab. Kubu Raya with an incidence of 1,636 cases in 2023. One of the problems experienced by dyspepsia patients is inappropriate self-medication or self-medication. This Community Service Activity (PKM) is aimed at PKK members and Posyandu cadres because they are part of the community and are also an extension of health workers in helping solve problems experienced by dyspepsia patients. The method used in this PKM is case-based and educational videos. This PKM activity consists of several activities including preparation of activities; orientation and coordination of activities; selecting the target audience for educational media creation activities; providing pre-tests and cases at the beginning of activities; providing educational materials; discussion; post-test; evaluation of activity implementation; and data analysis. The output of this community service is publication in local electronic media in West Kalimantan (Suara Pemred/Tanjungpura Times), publication of scientific articles in the Sinta 4 accredited journal " PengabdianMu ", Copyright of educational videos and videos of implementation of activities on the FK UNTAN YouTube channel. The overall results obtained were an increase in knowledge of 27.19% with an average pre-test score (60.6) and post-test score (77.08). According to the evaluation of activities through questionnaires, participants considered the material presented to be very interesting, and the learning media provided was considered to provide new knowledge.

Development of an E-Handbook Based on Research on the Medicinal Plant Premna serratifolia as The Natural Resources of West Kalimantan for High School Students

This research aims to develop a comprehensive e-handbook, containing research-based information on the medicinal plant Premna serratifolia as the natural resources of West Kalimantan for high school students. This research used a research and development (R&D) method with an ADDIE model and was conducted in three high schools in West Kalimantan. Research instruments include validation instruments and student response questionnaires. The research data were analyzed using quantitative data analysis. Expert validators in content, media, and language assessed the e-Hanbook, resulting in validation percentages of 85.4% for content, 82.6% for media, and 81.5% for language. The practicality of the e-Hanbook was tested through initial and final field trials, achieving percentages of 80.8% and 87.2% respectively. Consequently, the research suggests that the e-Hanbook on Premna serratifolia medicinal plants is highly suitable and practical for high school students.