Students and faculty from Nanyang Polytechnic observe the filtration system at PDAM Surya Sembada Ngagel\u2019s Water Treatment Plant, Surabaya, Wednesday (Sept. 3, 2025). (Photo: PKIP UNAIR)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nFrom clean water to coastal preservation<\/h5>\n\n The delegation began its program at PDAM Surya Sembada Ngagel\u2019s water treatment facility, where they observed the city\u2019s clean water operations. Guided by facility managers, participants learned about filtration, distribution systems, and the challenges of water resource management in a large urban setting.<\/p>\n\n
The group then moved on to Surabaya\u2019s Mangrove Ecotourism Area. There, they toured the mangrove forest and took part in mangrove planting. The hands-on activity underscored the ecological importance of mangroves as natural barriers against climate change and coastal erosion.<\/p>\n\n
Dr. Eko Prasetyo K ST DEA, Coordinator of UNAIR\u2019s Environmental Engineering Program, said the visit provided an important opportunity to strengthen academic and cultural ties between UNAIR and Nanyang Polytechnic. <\/p>\n\n
\u201cIn order to enhance education, research, and community service\u2014the three pillars of higher education\u2014we are working closely with Nanyang Polytechnic. This program not only builds institutional partnerships but also introduces international students to Surabaya\u2019s biodiversity and local conservation efforts,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\nStudents from UNAIR and Nanyang Polytechnic join mangrove planting at Surabaya\u2019s Mangrove Ecotourism Area, Wednesday (Sept. 3, 2025). (Photo: PKIP UNAIR)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nContributing to environmental sustainability<\/h5>\n\n Dr. Prasetyo emphasized the broader impact of the initiative, particularly for the environment, and expressed hope it would continue on a regular basis. \u201cAs part of their community service, environmental engineering students engage in activities like waste collection and mangrove planting. These projects strengthen student involvement while directly benefiting local communities,\u201d he noted.<\/p>\n\n
\u201cPrograms like this are essential not just within universities but also with public participation. Institutions must continue these efforts consistently to advance sustainable development goals and ensure long-term environmental protection,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\nStudents from Nanyang Polytechnic plant mangroves during the visit to Surabaya\u2019s Mangrove Ecotourism Area, Wednesday (Sept. 3, 2025). (Photo: PKIP UNAIR)<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nThrough this visit, UNAIR reaffirmed its commitment to expanding international collaboration while highlighting Indonesia\u2019s sustainability practices. Looking ahead, university leaders hope to broaden the partnership with Nanyang Polytechnic into joint research, student exchanges, and additional academic programs that support UNAIR\u2019s vision of becoming a world-class university.<\/p>\n\n
Author: Ragil Kukuh Imanto<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
UNAIR NEWS\u2013 东京热 (UNAIR), through its Environmental Engineering Program and Airlangga Global Engagement (AGE), welcomed a delegation from Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore, for a joint visit to Surabaya\u2019s Water Treatment Plant (IPAM) and Mangrove Ecotourism Area on Wednesday (Sept. 3, 2025). The initiative is part of UNAIR\u2019s broader effort to strengthen international cooperation while showcasing […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":79,"featured_media":365786,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[52,50,4554],"tags":[4671,14888,178,168],"class_list":["post-365893","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-featured-en","category-news-en-2","category-news","tag-age-unair-en-2","tag-environmental-engineering","tag-unair-en","tag-universitas-airlangga-en"],"yoast_head":"\n
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