Dr. Danang Sri Hadmoko, S.Sc., M.Sc., was one of the recipients of the Tremplin Award (Prix Tremplin ASEAN de coopération bilatérale en recherche) for the collaboration between the French Government in the field of Research and Innovation and ASEAN countries.

This award was given by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research on Tuesday (13/6) 2022, at the Grande salle des séances, Institute de France, Paris, France. This award is a recognition of the long-term collaboration between Gadjah Mada University and Universitè Paris 1 Panthéon Sorbonne, France. read more

During the event organized by the Ikatan Mahasiswa Muhammadiyah Komisariat Farmasi Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto, The Important Roles Of Z Generation In Realizing Sustainable Development Goals 2030”, participants from the Environmental Geography study program submitted a work titled “Earthquake Buddy Application (EDY APP): Inovasi Mitigasi Gempa Bumi di Indonesia dengan Pemanfaatan Sistem Informasi Geografis sebagai Solusi Pembentukan Masyarakat Tanggap Bencana”, which earned the first-place honor in Best Scientific Article for National Level.  read more

The Department of Development Geography recently held the 89th SDGs Seminar Series, centered around the theme “Change 101 for SDGs”. The event featured Dr. Emilya Nurjani, S.Si., M.Sc., a climate and disaster expert who is also a lecturer at the Department of Environmental Geography, as one of the speakers.

The seminar addressed the urgent need to address climate change, which is marked by rising global temperatures, increasing sea levels, and the extinction of animals and biota. The primary driver of climate change is greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which are produced by the rapid expansion of industrial production. However, countries across the globe have made significant efforts in handling climate change in the 21st century, with a focus on achieving sustainable living through global conventions. The Paris Agreement of 2015 is one such convention, which aims to reduce emissions by forty-three percent by 2030. Climate change awareness has become an essential priority for sustainable development, given its strategic impact and broad scope in achieving the SDGs goals. read more

The Environmental Geomorphology and Disaster Mitigation Laboratory (GLMB) FGE UGM held a seminar entitled “The Precursors and Products of Volcanic Eruptions” offline at the Merapi Auditorium FGE UGM, Thursday (25/5).

Head of the GLMB Laboratory and lecturer at the Department of Environmental Geography, Dr. Eng. Guruh Samodra, S.Si., M.Sc., accompanied the seminar as moderator. Dr. Dra. Hanik Humaida, M.Sc. from the Center for Research and Development of Geological Disaster Technology (BPPTKG) delivered material entitled “Precursor of Volcanic Eruptions: A Case Study of Merapi Volcano”. The seminar then continued with a presentation by Dr. Indranova Suhendro, S.T., M.Sc. as a lecturer in the Department of Environmental Geography who is also a member of the GLMB Lab regarding his research in the Mount Maninjau Caldera entitled The origins of transparent and non-transparent white pumice: A case study of the 52 ka Maninjau caldera-forming eruption, Indonesia.  read more

In May 2023, the Department of Environmental Geography graduated as many as eight.  We extend our heartiest congratulations to the newly graduated Bachelor of Science who have completed their undergraduate studies and are now embarking upon the next phase of their academic and professional journey. We take pride in the dedication and perseverance demonstrated by these graduates in their pursuit of excellence, and we are confident that their hard work and commitment will serve them well in all their future endeavors. Congratulations! read more

On Friday, March 24, 2023, the monthly conference took place offline at the Merapi FGE UGM Auditorium and was broadcasted via the Zoom platform under the theme “Season/Climate Predictions: Between Variability and Climate Change.” Dr. Sc. Andung Bayu Sekaranom, S.Si., M.Sc., a lecturer in the Department of Environmental Geography and a member of the Environmental Hydrology and Climatology Laboratory (HKL), was joined by Supari, S.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., as a resource person at the event. Both shared their expertise and knowledge on the subject matter. read more

Public lecture with Dr. Gesang Setyadi, S.T., M.B.A. (Vice President Environmental/Sustainable Development PT Freeport Indonesia) and Arland C. Suruan (External Outreach CorCom PT Freeport Indonesia) held on Tuesday, 28 February 2023 with the title Environmental Management in PT Freeport Indonesia Mining Areas.

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The webinar series on “Disaster Resilient Settlements in Robust Prone Areas” hosted its 34th session, featuring esteemed speaker Dr. Dyah Rahmawati Hizbaron, S.Si., M.T., M.Sc. from the Department of Environmental Geography. Dr. Hizbaron provided an insightful presentation on the causes of tidal flood disasters, including global warming, changes in ideal watershed conditions due to upstream waste material, decreased river storage capacity, and excessive use of groundwater. 

The title of the webinar refers to a disaster that frequently occurs on the north coast of Java Island, particularly in Demak Regency, resulting in various problems such as slum settlements, damaged infrastructure, psychological impacts on affected residents, and losses due to building retrofitting costs. The webinar aimed to review the efforts to create tidal disaster-resilient settlements and mitigation strategies for tidal disasters.  read more

In February 2023, the Department of Environmental Geography graduated as many as 34.  We extend our heartiest congratulations to the newly graduated Bachelor of Science who have completed their undergraduate studies and are now embarking upon the next phase of their academic and professional journey. We take pride in the dedication and perseverance demonstrated by these graduates in their pursuit of excellence, and we are confident that their hard work and commitment will serve them well in all their future endeavors. Congratulations! read more

The socialization of the IUP (International Undergraduate Program) of Environmental Geography UGM aimed at teachers, students, and parents/guardians of high school students and equivalent was held on Saturday, February 18 2023.

IUP (International Undergraduate Program) of Environmental Geography UGM profile and Registration Guide presented by Dr. Indranova Suhendro, S.T., M.Sc. as a lecturer in the Department of Environmental Geography. The next session was filled with material related to the profile of the Environmental Geography Department delivered by Dr. Lintang Nur Fadlillah, S.Si., M.Sc. as a lecturer in the Department of Environmental Geography. read more