Acting Governor Appreciates Companies Using Piped Water for Sustainable Environment

Jakarta Acting Governor, Heru Budi Hartono appreciates companies that protect the environment by using piped water. This appreciation was given to 13 companies at Jakarta Water Hero Award 2023 held by Jaya Drinking Water Company (PAM) at Jakarta International Equestrian Park, Pulomas, East Jakarta.

We hope this award will inspire all of us

"Congratulations to Jakarta's piped water customers who won the Jakarta Water Hero 2023 award today. We hope this award will inspire all of us to continue to be active in maintaining the sustainability of water resources by using piped water," he said, in the Jakarta Provincial Government Press Release, Wednesday (6/21).

He appreciated the companies that are customers of PAM Jaya, for giving their best efforts at the level of compliance and use of piped water, so they are awarded. He hoped that this award could encourage other customers to pay on time and protect the environment by using piped water.

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"Hopefully, the awarding of Jakarta Water Hero customer appreciation will be a motivation for all building owners, building managers, and all elements of society to take concrete steps in maintaining the sustainability and balance of the water ecosystem in our area," he expressed.

He also appreciated PAM Jaya for its commitment to realizing water sovereignty for Jakartans through various efforts to accelerate services, such as increasing water supply, expanding, and improving services.

According to him, conserving water and protecting the sustainability of clean water sources is important. In the midst of limited water sources in Jakarta, every element of society needs to be involved in improving the quality of Jakarta's rivers, thus they can be used as raw water sources for drinking water, and PAM Jaya can achieve 100 percent coverage of piped water services by 2030.

In the same event, Jakarta DPRD Chairman, Prasetyo 'Pras' Edi Marsudi said that his party would always encourage PAM Jaya to improve services, including in providing access to clean water for all Jakartans. He wants clean water services to the community to be fast and precise.

Moreover, the role of the private sector in efforts to conserve water is urgently needed, thus the quality of raw water sources in Jakarta can improve. The synergy between the legislative, the executive and the private sector in preserving the environment, especially the quality of water sources, must continue. With the availability of proper sources of raw water, the target of increasing 100 percent coverage of services can be fulfilled quickly.

PAM Jaya President Director, Arief Nasrusdin explained the award was given because the participants who were selected as winners have proven to be one of the starting points for maximizing the use of piped water even better.

Moreover, Jakarta is currently trying to combat groundwater exploitation. With the current situation and conditions, PAM Jaya must fulfill even more water coverage to meet the basic needs of Jakarta people. Hence, his party keeps campaigning to stop exploiting groundwater, as it will damage the existing environmental structure.

"We're ready to work fast to target what the Acting Governor has ordered us, namely piped water services in Jakarta can be implemented 100 percent by 2030. Availability of piped water access will have an impact on the quality of life of Jakarta residents, both in terms of economy and health," he explained.

Here are 13 companies that received the award:

Payment Compliance Category

- Eastern Region

1. PT Justus Sakti Raya

2. PT Frisian Flag Indonesia

3. PT Tunggal Idaman Abadi

- West Region

1. UoB Plaza @Thamrin Nine

2. Independent Guesthouse

3. Sudirman Park Apartments

Piped Water Utilization Category

- Eastern Region

1. PPK Kemayoran

2. PT Pembangunan Jaya Ancol

3. PT Kawasan Bonded Nusantara

- West Region

1. PT Danayasa Arthatama

2. PT Senayan Trikarya Sempana

3. PPK-GBK

Winner of Jakarta Water Hero 2023

- Grand Indonesia PT