Empowerment of Village Communities through the Smart Environment Community Program Based on Digital Technology in Jakarta

Abstract

The rapid development of urban areas in Jakarta has given rise to various environmental problems at the sub-district level, such as increasing waste volume, air pollution, and reduced green open spaces. These problems are exacerbated by low public awareness of environmental protection, necessitating structural and participatory management efforts. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the digital technology-based Smart Environment Community program as a form of community empowerment in environmental management. The approach used emphasizes active community involvement through the use of digital technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), mobile applications, and web-based information systems, to improve the effectiveness of real-time environmental monitoring and management. The program also focuses on increasing community capacity to identify and resolve environmental problems independently and collectively. The study results indicate that the integration of digital technology with community empowerment can increase awareness, participation, and efficiency in environmental management at the sub-district level. However, program implementation still faces obstacles such as limited digital literacy and access to technological infrastructure. Therefore, ongoing support from the government and stakeholders is needed to optimize the program's implementation. This research is expected to serve as a reference in developing a sustainable technology-based environmental management model in urban areas.