JAKARTA - Entering the dry season, the risk of air quality degradation in the Jabodetabek area is increasing again. The drier weather conditions, the lack of rainfall, and the air movement which tends to be slower can cause the accumulation of pollutants in the atmosphere, including fine particulate PM2.5 which is harmful to health.
At the same time, the public is increasingly in need of access to credible and easy-to-understand information about air pollution. In response to this need, Bicara Udara launched Knowledge Hub, an information center that collects various research, data, policies, and guidelines related to air quality in Indonesia that can be accessed for free via https://bicaraudara.id/knowledge-hub/.
Knowledge Hub is designed as an open learning and reference space for the public, journalists, researchers, academics, and policymakers. This platform curates various publications from academics, research institutions, think tanks, international organizations, to reliable data sources that are relevant to air pollution issues.
Co-Founder of Bicara Udara Novita Natalia said that information about air pollution is actually available in a fairly large amount, but it is still spread across various sources so that it is difficult to access practically.
"So far, information about air pollution in Indonesia has actually been quite a lot, but it is still scattered in various places. As a result, the public, media, researchers, and even policymakers often have difficulty finding credible and easy-to-understand references on one platform. Through the Knowledge Hub, we want to present a reference center that can help the public access reliable data and research on air pollution more easily," said Novita in a written statement, quoted Sunday, June 28.
This launch momentum is becoming increasingly relevant given that the dry season is often associated with increased concentrations of pollutants in the air. Hot weather reinforced by the El Niño phenomenon can also worsen exposure to air pollution because more stable atmospheric conditions make pollutants last longer near the surface.
In addition, a review of the Indonesian Journal of Public Health Sciences found that fine particulate pollution PM2.5 and heat waves increase the risk of respiratory disorders by 30 percent. Data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) in 2025 recorded an increase in ISPA cases by 15 percent which is closely related to climate change.
In addition to providing access to scientific journals and publications, Knowledge Hub also presents various information regarding air quality policies, monitoring data, and good practices that have been implemented in various countries. Bicara Udara hopes that this platform can become one of the main references for anyone who wants to understand air pollution issues more comprehensively.
"Handling air pollution requires the involvement of many parties. We hope that the Knowledge Hub can be a bridge that connects research results and scientific data with public information needs so that discussions about air quality can be more evidence-based and encourage the birth of more effective solutions," concluded Novita.
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