Congratulations to Binus Faculty Members for Advancing in the Nature-based Solution Research Program

Congratulations to the esteemed faculty members of Binus University, Yureana Wijayanti, S.T., M.Eng., Ph.D., and Dr. Ir. Alexander Agung Santoso Gunawan, S.Si., M.T., M.Sc., IPM, CIRR, for successfully passing the Letter of Intent selection in the Nature-based Solution Research Program. Their project, titled “Integration of Natural Based Solution (NbS) with Gender Priority in Flash Flood Mitigation: Case Study in Sub basin Upstream Mayang, Jember District, East Java,” will now advance to the next stage, requiring a full proposal submission. This recognition underscores their commitment to innovative environmental solutions and impactful research.

The Nature-based Solution Research Program, focusing on Flood Impacts, Carbon Pricing, and Ecosystem Sustainability (FINCAPES), is an initiative led by the University of Waterloo’s Faculty of Mathematics and Faculty of Environment, with funding from Global Affairs Canada. This program emphasizes the importance of developing sustainable strategies to address environmental challenges, demonstrating global support and collaboration. The selection of Binus University faculty members for this program highlights their expertise and the significance of their proposed research in contributing to these crucial areas.

The proposed research aims to mitigate flash floods in the Sub basin Upstream Mayang in the Jember District of East Java by integrating natural-based solutions with a focus on gender priorities. This approach ensures that the strategies developed are not only environmentally sustainable but also socially inclusive, addressing the needs of all community members. The project’s emphasis on local relevance and global impact sets a benchmark for future initiatives, promoting a holistic and equitable approach to disaster mitigation and environmental sustainability.

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