Bakrie University Environmental Engineering Study Program Holds Field Visit 2026 to Strengthen Student Competencies and Support the Achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (sdgs)

Jakarta, 23 June 2026 – The Bakrie University Environmental Engineering Study Program again held the 2026 Environmental Engineering Field Visit as part of the implementation of experience-based learning (experiential learning). With the theme "Exploring Waste Management, Renewable Energy & Water Treatment Systems", this activity aims to provide direct insight to students regarding the application of environmental technology in the industrial sector, waste management, renewable energy, and clean water and waste water processing.

This two-day activity involved visits to four institutions that have a strategic role in environmental management in Indonesia. On the first day (23 June 2026), participants visited PT Jasa Medivest Karawang, a company engaged in medical waste management, to learn about the B3 waste management system starting from the collection process, transportation, to waste destruction technology that meets environmental and health standards. Next, students visited the Waste to Energy Miniplant Bio-CNG at ITENAS Bandung, which uses biodigester technology to process organic waste into biogas and Bio-CNG as a renewable energy source.

On the second day (24 June 2026), the activity continued to Perumda Tirtawening Bandung City, by visiting the Badak Singa Drinking Water Treatment Plant (IPAM) and the Waste Water Treatment Plant (IPAL) Bojongsoang. Through this visit, students gained an understanding of the drinking water production process that meets quality standards as well as the domestic wastewater treatment system which aims to maintain the quality of water bodies and public health.

Head of the Environmental Engineering Study Program at Bakrie University, Dr. Aqil Azizi, said that field visit activities are one of the learning strategies to bridge the theory obtained in class with real practice in the field.

"Students not only learn theoretical environmental engineering concepts, but also see firsthand how technology is applied to answer various environmental challenges. This experience is expected to improve technical competence, analytical skills, and build awareness of the importance of innovation in realizing sustainable development."

Apart from strengthening academic competence, this activity also supports the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), in particular:

•SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation, through learning about sustainable drinking water supply systems and wastewater treatment.

•SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy, through the utilization of organic waste into renewable energy at Bio-CNG facilities.

•SDG 13 – Climate Action, through technology to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through the use of renewable energy and sustainable waste management.

Field Visit 2026 is part of the Bakrie University Environmental Engineering Study Program's commitment to producing graduates who have academic, professional competence and are able to provide innovative solutions to various environmental problems. Through collaboration with industry, local government and educational institutions, students are expected to be better prepared to face the challenges of sustainable development at the national and global levels.