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| University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM) Lecturer, Galit Gatut Prakosa, S.Hut., M.Sc., Presenting UMM's Conversation Efforts in International Workshops on Frontiers in Eco hydrology (Photo: Special) |
University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM) lecturer Galit Gatut Prakosa, S.Hut., M.Sc. had the opportunity to present UMM's conservation efforts in Subak Bali at the International Workshops on Frontiers in Eco hydrology. The agenda was the collaboration work of The UNESCO Intergovernmental Hydrological Program (UNESCO-IHP) and the Chinese Academy of Sciences held on 4-23 September in Tiongkok. The workshop is a routine agenda of UNESCO held every two years.
Galit, as he is called, was not alone. He discussed the balance of ecosystems and how to tackle climate change with 19 representatives from 17 countries. Starting from Ecuador, Chile, Colombia, Iran, Indonesia, Bhutan, Ethiopia, Kenya, Laos, Lebanon, Malaysia, Nepal, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Tunisia, Vietnam and others. One of the aspects discussed was Eco hydrology, which is an important tool in maintaining the extinction of water resources and protecting the environment.
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"I was part of the Subak assistance team led by Professor Indah from UMM. Then, I was invited to this workshop and received a recommendation from Professor Ignasius Sutapa, the Executive Director of APCE-UNESCO. This is your effort to learn more about the Subak demo site that we are assisting," he said.
Galit continued that the international workshop aims to share knowledge and experiences related to ecohydrology. This includes in-depth discussions on critical issues related to the natural air cycle, conservation of freshwater ecosystems, and adaptation to climate change.
One of the highlights was each contingent's various demo site presentations. Eco hydrologists from each country introduced sites in their region, one of which was Colombia, which discussed the water management heritage of the Incas. The Incas were a civilization that flourished in the Andes region of South America around the 15th to 16th century AD. They are known as the ruling culture in the region that now includes Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and parts of Chile and Colombia.
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"The Incas were famous for their sophisticated air management system, magnificent architecture such as Machu Picchu, and extensive road system. The presentation from each participant illustrated how water resources management has been successfully implemented to maintain the local water ecosystem," he explained.
This year's theme was "The Role and Future of Country Demo Sites in Supporting World Eco Hydrology." Galit had the opportunity to explain the existence of UMM in assisting Subak in Bali as an effort and contribution to maintaining world heritage.
The agenda will be organized by hosting an international symposium. It is an important global forum that discusses future water resources management strategies based on actual conditions in each country.
"Next year, Indonesia will host the World Water Forum. I hope the demo site managed by UMM and UNESCO can be recognized. So that, it can become a reference for Eco hydrology management in the world," he concluded. (Rev/Wil/Fajr)
