Water Mobility, Innovative Solutions For Environmentally Friendly Transportation In The Modern Era

Illustration of environmentally friendly innovation (Freepic/user25451090)

JAKARTA - Indonesia is one of the largest biodiversity countries in the world, facing major challenges in overcoming climate change and preserving the environment.

High carbon emissions from various sectors such as energy, transportation, and forestry, as well as environmental degradation due to deforestation and waste, require sustainable solutions for a greener future.

The process of burning fossil fuels such as coal, petroleum, and natural gas releases large amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere. The impact not only affects the ecosystem, but also human life as a whole.

Therefore, concrete steps to reduce carbon emissions and preserve the environment become an urgent need. The development of efficient, environmentally friendly, and integrated public transportation can reduce the use of private vehicles.

The government can also encourage the adoption of electric vehicles by providing incentives and building charging infrastructure. This makes Japanese academics and Indonesia agree to make water mobility technology.

Air mobility or air mobility has been one of the most revolutionary technological innovations in recent decades. By utilizing the latest technological developments, this concept involves close-range air transportation using drones, electric aircraft, and autonomous aerial vehicles. Academics from Japan and Indonesia met to discuss this.

The development of mobility water has paved the way for more efficient, fast, and environmentally friendly mobility solutions, especially in urban areas and remote areas. Japan is one of the countries leading the development of water mobility, combining advanced technology and modern infrastructure.

Academic discussions at the University of Hosei Tokyo on December 11-13, involving experts from Japan and Indonesia were one of the important milestones. The meeting was attended by academics from Hosei University, Prof. Dr. Morikawa, who is an expert in acoustic and aircraft research, as well as Dr. Hatsuda, a specialist in electrical technology, both of whom also represent HIEN Technology, Japan.

Takeshi Hompo, a aerospace engineer who graduated from the University of Washington from Chuosenko Indonesia. From the Indonesian side, Firmantoko Soetopo, Master System Engineering from Bagaskara Jakarta, and Prof. Dr. Rudy Harjanto, Head of the LSPR Communication Doctoral Program.

According to Rudy Harjanto, Japan has used advanced technology to encourage the development of air mobility. One of the main innovations is electric aerial vehicles that can fly autonomously.

HIEN Technology, a company led by Dr. Hatsuda, has introduced an energy-efficient electrical propulsion system that supports environmental sustainability.

This technology is designed to significantly reduce carbon emissions, make air mobility an environmentally friendly future transportation solution, and ensure future air vehicles are not only efficient, but also not disturbing the comfort of urban communities.

"Large cities such as Tokyo, Bangkok, and Jakarta face significant traffic congestion challenges. Water mobility offers practical solutions through air taxi services that can reduce land transportation burdens," said Prof. Rudy, from an official statement received by VOI on Thursday, December 12, 2024.

"On the other hand, in remote areas and islands, such as Okinawa and areas of water mobility disaster, it is a vital tool for logistics delivery, especially food and medicines," he added.

This solution is considered very important. Moreover, as a country that is often hit by natural disasters, Japan can use air mobility to support rescue operations. Because autonomous aerial vehicles are able to deliver aid to areas that are difficult to reach.

The move played an important role during the earthquake and tsunami disasters in Fukushima, where drones were used to monitor affected areas and deliver emergency supplies.

"Air mobility provides various social benefits, such as accessibility that makes it easier for people in remote areas to get basic needs, health services, and education," explained Prof. Rudy.

"Autonomous air vehicles reduce the risk of traffic accidents compared to land transportation, and in emergency situations, air mobility allows for rapid delivery of aid," he continued.

Prof. Rudy explained that the use of air mobility could reduce logistics operational costs through faster and timely delivery.

Not only that, the water mobility industry creates new opportunities in the fields of manufacturing, maintenance, and technology development. Mobility water also opens up opportunities for tourists to reach tourist destinations that were previously difficult to access.

No wonder in Japan, air mobility is not only seen as a transportation technology but also part of an innovation culture. The Japanese government is working with local communities to ensure that this development is in line with traditional values, such as harmony with the environment. In addition, modern air vehicles are often designed with Japanese aesthetics that prioritize simplicity and efficiency.