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Journal Jurnal Abdi Masyarakat (JAM)Jurnal Abdi Masyarakat (JAM) Abstract

Kelurahan Meruya Selatan in West Jakarta is a densely populated area with limited Green Open Space (RTH). South Meruya Village is the second smallest kelurahan in terms of area, at 2.8 km². Problems in some areas of the region include poor environmental quality, limited open area, and residents economic constraints. These challenges necessitate green area efforts that will impact the residents economy. There are several ways to greenery, but in limited areas, vertical hydroponic gardens are a potential solution. The advantages of vertical hydroponic planting include efficient land use and economic value. Cultivating plants using this technique is very profitable for those who use it, such as faster, healthier harvests, with maximum added value. Plastic waste can be utilized as a growing medium, including converting used bottles into hydroponic growing media. Green methods and hydroponic planting techniques can improve the environment while also providing economic value. Utilizing yard and roadside land is one way to improve food security on a community scale. Furthermore, it is hoped that community groups will be created that can participate in developing hydroponic plants to create a green environment and improve the residents economy.

Conclusion

The problem in some areas of South Meruya is the lack of green open space and the economic limitations of residents.A potential solution to overcome the problem of limited land is a vertical garden.The UMB Community Service Team provided training on hydroponic vertical gardens by planting various types of vegetables, using plastic bottle waste and calculating the cost of making hydroponics using bottles/used items.This activity has a positive impact, especially for the South Meruya Mitra community group for the implementation of hydroponic vertical gardens while improving the residents economy.

Future Research

Berdasarkan hasil pengabdian masyarakat ini, beberapa saran penelitian lanjutan dapat diajukan. Pertama, perlu dilakukan studi lebih lanjut mengenai efektivitas berbagai jenis tanaman yang cocok untuk ditanam dalam sistem hidroponik vertikal di lingkungan padat penduduk seperti Kelurahan Meruya Selatan, dengan mempertimbangkan faktor-faktor seperti kebutuhan nutrisi, tingkat pertumbuhan, dan ketahanan terhadap hama penyakit. Kedua, penelitian dapat difokuskan pada pengembangan model bisnis yang berkelanjutan untuk produk hidroponik yang dihasilkan oleh masyarakat, termasuk strategi pemasaran, pengelolaan keuangan, dan akses ke pasar yang lebih luas. Ketiga, penting untuk mengeksplorasi potensi penggunaan material daur ulang lainnya selain botol plastik sebagai media tanam hidroponik, serta menguji dampaknya terhadap kualitas tanaman dan keberlanjutan lingkungan, sehingga dapat ditemukan solusi yang lebih inovatif dan ramah lingkungan untuk meningkatkan kualitas hidup masyarakat.

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