The Seribu Islands Regency Administration welcomed the National Climate Village Program (Proklim) Field Verification Team to RW 05 of Pramuka Island, Panggang Island Urban Village, as part of the evaluation process for the 2026 Proklim Lestari award. The visit aimed to verify reported data and assess the community’s environmental initiatives directly in the field. Deputy Regent of the Seribu Islands, Aceng Zaeni, praised residents and stakeholders for working together to create a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable environment. He emphasized that the verification represents an important milestone in recognizing the community’s long-term commitment to climate action.
According to Aceng Zaeni, the Climate Village Program plays a crucial role in strengthening community resilience against the growing impacts of climate change, including rising sea levels, coastal erosion, and waste management challenges. Residents of RW 05 have independently implemented a range of environmental initiatives, such as sorting waste at its source, managing household and organic waste, and recycling materials into products with economic value. He described the verification process as more than an assessment, calling it an opportunity to demonstrate that island communities can become pioneers in climate change mitigation through innovation and community cooperation. These efforts reflect the local government’s broader commitment to sustainable development.
Ministry of Environment verifier Dika Aditya explained that the field visit was designed not only to confirm the accuracy of submitted data but also to facilitate knowledge sharing and technical guidance. The verification team serves as a bridge between local communities and the national assessment panel while learning from successful environmental practices implemented by residents. Community leader Hermansyah noted that environmental awareness among residents has continued to grow, with many households adopting energy-efficient lighting and solar panels for daily activities and fishing operations. Regular coastal vegetation conservation programs have also helped strengthen the island’s ecosystem.
Hermansyah added that the community’s collective efforts extend from strengthening waste banks to providing continuous environmental education for residents. These initiatives have previously earned recognition through awards such as the Indonesian Tourism Village Award (ADWI), demonstrating that environmental conservation and economic development can advance together. Local officials hope the field verification will strengthen Pulau Pramuka’s bid for Proklim Lestari status while inspiring other communities to adopt similar climate resilience programs. The collaboration between government agencies and local residents is expected to further promote sustainable environmental management across the Seribu Islands.
Alexander Jason – Redaksi
