Characteristics and Strategies of Rooftop Farming in Jakarta for Sustainable Development

Fasya Miftah Akbar; Eva Sanchia  Janita; Mushlih  Muharrik; Ahmad  Giffari; Andhika  Ajie; Arimbi Putik  Apsari

doi:10.46456/jisdep.v6i2.648

Fasya Miftah Akbar Bappeda Provinsi DKI Jakarta
Eva Sanchia Janita The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia
Mushlih Muharrik The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia
Ahmad Giffari The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia
Andhika Ajie The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia
Arimbi Putik Apsari The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia

https://doi.org/10.46456/jisdep.v6i2.648

Abstract

This study explores the characteristics and implementation strategies of rooftop farming in Jakarta as a response to urban food insecurity and sustainability challenges. Using a mixed-methods approach, comprising literature review, semi-structured interviews, and policy gap analysis, the study investigates rooftop farming practices across 27 sites in Jakarta. It examines infrastructure, market access, and institutional support. The findings reveal limited access to funding, technology, and formal guidance, despite the practice’s potential to enhance food security and green infrastructure. Comparative insights from cities such as Singapore and Melbourne highlight the effectiveness of targeted incentives and integrated planning. The study proposes practical policy recommendations, including technical guidelines, subsidies, urban spatial integration, and public education programs. These measures aim to support a more resilient and sustainable urban food system in Jakarta.

Author Biographies

Fasya Miftah Akbar, Bappeda Provinsi DKI Jakarta

Fasya Miftah Akbar is a researcher and policy analyst with expertise in international trade, regional economic development, and sustainable development. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from IPB University, where she conducted research on Indonesia’s export competitiveness to the United Kingdom. She also joined a student exchange program at Kyoto University, focusing on food systems, environment, and research collaboration in East Asia.

She has contributed to various research and policy projects with the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas), the International Trade Analysis and Policy Studies (ITAPS) of IPB University, the Jakarta Regional Development Planning Agency (Bappeda DKI Jakarta), and the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM). Her works primarily focus on trade policy, green investment, inclusive economic growth, and urban food security, including rooftop farming initiatives. In 2023, she was part of the secretariat team for the formulation of Indonesia’s National Long-Term Development Plan 2025–2045 and supported strategic studies on economic transformation, food security, green economy, and circular economy.

Beyond her institutional engagements, she has been actively involved in grassroots initiatives and NGOs, particularly in MSME and women’s empowerment, youth development, and business development in the export sector. She also participated in the Youth Service Program in West Papua with the Ministry of Youth and Sports, reflecting her commitment to linking academic research, policy, and community-based development.

Eva Sanchia Janita, The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia

Eva Sanchia Janita is an urban design and sustainability professional with experience in policy analysis, project implementation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. She holds a Master’s degree in Urban Design from Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) and a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the Sumatera Institute of Technology (ITERA). Currently, she is pursuing a Mini MBA program at PPM School of Management, focusing on financial analysis, project management, and urban development strategies.

Her professional background spans roles as an urban designer, architect, and policy analyst, including positions at the Jakarta Regional Development Planning Agency (Bappeda DKI Jakarta), PT. Pandega Desain Weharima (PDW), and TEALIMA Studio. At Bappeda Jakarta, she contributed to comparative studies for positioning Jakarta as a global city and to policy development on urban farming and rooftop farming as part of Jakarta’s resilience strategy. She has also been involved in participatory urban design projects in Bandung and international competitions, achieving recognition from Singapore’s Land Transport Authority. Beyond her professional work, she has been active in academic and organizational settings, serving in leadership roles in student associations and as a delegate at the Asia Youth International Model United Nations. Her research and design interests cover urban revitalization, participatory design, sustainable architecture, and the integration of environmental and community-based approaches into urban policy and planning.

Mushlih Muharrik, The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia

Mushlih Muharrik is the Head of Economic and Development Initiative at the Jakarta Research and Innovation Center. In this role, he leads Jakarta’s SDGs Secretariat, coordinates the formulation of Regional Action Plans for Sustainable Development Goals 2023–2026, and contributes to the city’s climate disaster mitigation and adaptation strategies. He has also organized international programs, including Jakarta Innovation Days and comparative studies in France and the United Kingdom, aimed at strengthening Jakarta’s position as a global city.

He holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan, and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB). His research on immiscible two-phase flow in porous media has been widely published in leading journals, such as the Journal of Multiphase Flow, the Journal of Fluid Science and Technology, and the Journal of Colloid and Interface Science. His academic foundation underpins his strong contribution to evidence-based policy and innovation in Jakarta.

Beyond his government role, he has been actively engaged in professional and academic networks, including serving as Vice President of Mata Garuda (LPDP Alumni Association) and Head of Regional, Urban, and Housing Development at the Institution of Engineers Indonesia (PII). With combined expertise in research, policy analysis, and public administration, he plays a key role in bridging scientific innovation with practical policymaking for sustainable urban development.

Ahmad Giffari, The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia

Ahmad Giffari is a Senior Urban Economic Planner at the Research and Innovation Center, Bappeda of the Jakarta Provincial Government. He has extensive experience in policy advisory, urban economic planning, and institutional transformation, having previously served as Deputy Director at the Regional-Owned Enterprises Development Agency and the One-Stop Services Agency. His professional focus is on transportation systems, economic resilience, participatory planning, and urban innovation to support Jakarta’s global city aspirations.

Dr. Giffari earned his Ph.D. in Management from IPB University, an MBA from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, an MSc in Economics and a BA in Fiscal Administration from Universitas Indonesia. He has participated in various international executive education programs at institutions including MIT Sloan School of Management, Wharton Business School, and IHS Erasmus University.

His publications include Business Resilience Model of Regional-Owned Enterprises of Jakarta Provincial Government (2020), Corporate Social Responsibilities: Business Responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic (2021), Optimization Strategies for Government Asset Management in Jakarta Using Multi-Criteria Analysis (2025), and Characteristics and Strategies of Rooftop Farming in Jakarta for Sustainable Development (2025).

Andhika Ajie, The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia

Andhika Ajie is the Head of the Center for Research and Innovation at the Jakarta Provincial Development Planning Agency, where he also serves as the Executive Head of the Jakarta SDGs Secretariat and plays an active role in the city’s climate disaster mitigation and adaptation initiatives. With more than 15 years of service in the Jakarta Provincial Government, his leadership has focused on advancing research-based policy, participatory planning, and sustainable urban development strategies.

He holds a Master’s degree in Urban Administration and Planning from the University of Seoul and a Bachelor of Architecture from Institut Sains dan Teknologi Nasional (ISTN) Jakarta. Before joining the public sector in 2010, he spent over a decade in the private sector as an architect and project manager, working in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Kazakhstan. This professional background has provided him with a unique perspective that bridges urban design practice with policy innovation.

His areas of expertise include sustainable urban planning, participatory governance, and innovation for resilient cities. Through his dual foundation in technical architecture and public administration, he continues to contribute to Jakarta’s transformation into a more inclusive and future-oriented global city.

Arimbi Putik Apsari, The Center of Research and Innovation, Regional Development Planning Agency of Jakarta Government, Jakarta, Indonesia

Arimbi Putik Apsari is a civil servant at the Jakarta Provincial Government with more than fourteen years of experience in urban planning and development. She currently serves as the Head of the Administrative Subdivision at the Regional Research and Innovation Center, Bappeda of Jakarta. Her career in public service has included roles in the Infrastructure and Environmental Division and as Head of the Social and Demography Implementing Unit at the Center for Urban Innovation and Development.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Universitas Pancasila and completed her secondary education at SMA Negeri 8 Jakarta. Over the years, she has participated in numerous international training and workshops, including programs organized by the Islamic Development Bank in Malaysia, JICA in Japan, the International Urban Training Center in South Korea, Nuffic NESO in the Netherlands, and C40 Cities in Denmark. These programs have strengthened her expertise in sustainable urban mobility, land readjustment, sewerage management, and integrated urban water management.

Her professional focus lies in supporting innovation and collaboration for sustainable urban development in Jakarta. She played an active role in the organization of Jakarta Innovation Days (2022–2023), which engaged local governments, academia, the private sector, and international partners in promoting urban innovation. Through her work, she continues to contribute to advancing Jakarta’s urban resilience and sustainable development agenda.

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