Pertamina Leads Clean Water Initiative for Aceh Disaster Victims

Addressing Critical Water Needs

In response to the recent Sumatra disaster that severely impacted Aceh Province, PT Pertamina (Persero), in collaboration with PT Elnusa Tbk and Yayasan Baitul Hikmah (YBH), has launched a comprehensive clean water access program. The initiative focuses on developing borewells equipped with water pumps in affected areas, particularly in Aceh Tamiang.

Strategic Collaboration for Emergency Response

The partnership between Pertamina and its collaborators addresses one of the most fundamental needs following a natural disaster: clean water availability. Rudi Arfianto, Vice President of CSR & SMEPP at Pertamina, emphasized that based on the company's extensive experience in disaster management, clean water is consistently identified as a primary necessity alongside logistics and energy. The collaboration demonstrates a coordinated approach to emergency response, combining resources and expertise to deliver essential services to affected communities.

Implementation and Impact

The clean water initiative not only supports daily activities but also plays a crucial role in maintaining public health during the emergency period. By providing sustainable access to clean water, the program helps mitigate health risks associated with water scarcity and contamination, which often escalate in post-disaster situations. The development of water pump wells represents a practical and effective solution to the immediate water needs while establishing a potentially long-term infrastructure for the affected communities.