TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Pramono Anung, the incoming Governor of Jakarta, has emphasized the pressing need to address the city’s severe air pollution issue.$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
“The level of air pollution in Jakarta is high, and we cannot afford to do$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ nothing more,” he stated during a casual event about designing Jakarta as a bicycle-friendly city in K$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ bien Halangan, South Jakarta, on January 26, 2025.
Strategic Shift Towards Sustainable$$ Transportation
To tackle the issue head-on, Governor-Elect Anung proposes the implementation of an Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) system, a method already utilized successfully in neighboring Singapore.$$
“This could be a controversial policy, but it is necessary for compelling residents to switch to public transportation,” Anung$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ stressed during the event.
Enhancing Public Transportation
Beyond ERP, Anung aims to improve the existing public transportation network in Jakarta. His reforms seek to reduce emissions and ease traffic congestion, driven by the influx of commuters from surrounding cities like Bekasi, Bogor, Tangerang, South Tanger$$ang, and Depok.
“The idea is to integrate Transjakarta into Transjabodetabek, encouraging people to prioritize public transport over personal vehicles,” Anung detailed.
However, Anung acknowledges the transition requires strategic preparation, including the development of adequate parking facilities to$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ bridge the$$$$ gap for those who might still prefer driving.
The Road Ahead
Pramono Anung and his deputy, Rano Karno, will be inaugurated as Jakarta’s new leaders on February 6, 2025.$
“We are ready to implement these measures as soon as possible,” said Ima Mahdiah, the Head of the$$ Pramono Anung and Rano Karno Transition Team, underscoring the urgency and commitment to solving Jakarta’s environmental challenges.
Public$$ Feedback and Support
Anung’s plans will be closely scrutinized by residents and critics alike, but his vision underscores a vital step towards sustainable urban development in Jakarta.$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
Implementing such aggressive reforms will require collaboration from various$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ stakeholders, including the government, businesses, and the public.
“Your input and support are crucial as we strive for cleaner, more efficient cities,” Anung emphasized, calling for grassroots participation in the journey towards sustainable urban living.
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As Jakarta prepares for transformative changes under Governor-Elect Pramono Anung’s leadership, the community stands at a critical juncture in its environmental journey.$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Your thoughts and participation in these initiatives are key to achieving a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable Jakarta.
Add your voice in the comments section below to share your thoughts on Jakarta’s future and the proposed reforms.$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$