OUR GIFT MAKERS
Delivering our gifts to the earth
Our team is an incredible source of information, inspiration, and dedication to everything su-re.co (Sustainability & Resilience) Gift-maker to the Earth stands for. We’re so happy to work in something that we love so much, and invite you to learn more about us below.
DR. TAKESHI TAKAMA
CEO & Founder
Takeshi leads this innovative think-and-do tank, focused on creating a better environment and society. He oversees strategic plans and decisions to ensure projects run smoothly, helping people in developing countries and addressing environmental issues with scientific analysis. With nearly 20 years of experience as an international expert on climate change, environment, and energy, he also holds a PhD in Economic Geography from Oxford University.
RUTH APRILIA KUSUMAWATI
Office Manager
Ruth holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Universitas Gadjah Mada and a master's in development finance from the University of Manchester. With five years of experience as a banking relationship manager and a strong passion for community development, she now serves as the office manager at su-re.co.
FABIAN PERI WIROPRANOTO
Researcher
Fabian earned his BSc from the University of Twente in the Netherlands. With a background in Liberal Arts, he has expertise in both technical and social sciences, covering areas like Environmental Policy and Cognitive Neuroscience. Over the past four years, Fabian has participated in several climate change adaptation and mitigation projects, including the IKI Small Grants' Biogas Initiative, Avina Foundation's BASE, and the Global EbA Fund's EbA-enhanced Climate Field Schools.
MOCH GRAHA
Researcher
Equipped with a master's in environmental studies and diverse sustainability experience, Moch brings passion for environmental solutions to both my work and personal life. Committed to living sustainably, he believes individual actions spark collective change and inspire a greener future through collaboration.
BIANCA ANGELIQUE
Engineering Officer
Bianca is a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Institut Teknologi Bandung. She is passionate about environmental sciences, sustainability, and renewable energy. She manages biogas installation projects, climate field school, and together with the Do-Engineering team optimizes su-re.co's biogas system. She hopes that she can apply her knowledge, learn a lot about the biogas system, and help farmers have better and sustainable lives.
ANAK AGUNG
NILA SUKMAWATI
Administrative Assistant
Nila earned her bachelor's degree in environmental engineering from Universitas Pembangunan Nasional "Veteran" Yogyakarta. She has a strong interest in environmental management, always eager to gain new experiences. Throughout her studies, she focused on waste management and other subjects related to environmental sustainability. Su-re.co's mission inspired her to join the Giftmaker team.
CYNTIA WIRAYANI
Sustainability Training Officer
a Sociology graduate from Udayana University with a keen interest in exploring social structures, human interactions, and their role in advancing sustainability in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Her academic background is enriched by hands-on experience in communication and social engagement. Passionate about animal empowerment, she is also interested in its interconnectedness with human society and well-being
DITRO PARIKESIT
Forestry Officer
a forester graduated from Wageningen University with an expertise in biodiversity, ethnoecology, and GIS. As a Field Research and Engineering Officer, he contributes to agroforestry and land restoration projects also assists biogas digester installations. He is passionate about knowledge dissemination, cultural diversity, and bridging indigenous knowledge with scientific approaches to foster more inclusive conservation efforts.
MIKA CAHYANI
Administrative Assistant
Mika graduated with bachelor's degree in Psychology at Udayana University and brings experience in Human Resources, where she developed practical skills in people management and organizational support. At su-re.co, she contributes to operational and administrative systems, ensuring efficient internal workflows and supporting various ongoing projects. Passionate about mental health, well-being, sustainability, and community development, and committed to creating a positive impact through her actions and values.
KAHOKO SHIBASAKI
Business and Event Mentee
Kahoko is a fourth-year student at Tsuda University, majoring in International Cooperation. She has previous experience participating in activities in Cambodia and Benin. She joined the su-re.co business team because she wanted to support local farmers from a business perspective.
SACHA LEPERS
Business and Engineering Mentee
I’m currently in my third year at ITEEM, where I study Industrial Engineering with a focus on Management and Entrepreneurship. As part of our academic program, we are required to complete an eight-month internship abroad. I was looking for a meaningful and challenging experience aligned with my values, especially in the field of sustainable development — which is what led me to join su-re.co.
LOUANE GILLERON
Business and Engineering Mentee
I’m a third-year student at ITEEM, where I study industrial engineering, management, and entrepreneurship. As part of my eight-month internship abroad, I joined su-re.co to contribute to meaningful projects in sustainability. Here, I support climate-smart initiatives that combine research and practical action, allowing me to apply my skills while creating positive impact.
AKANE HATA
Japan Country Producer Intern
Akane is a 4th year student at Hiroshima University, studying quality improvement of low-grade coffee at Hiroshima University. Her academic journey has been enriched by studying marketing and business at Griffith University. She's keen on contributing to sustainable business in Indonesia adapting and expanding her knowledge and experience.
SITI NURLAILA INDRIANI
Flexible Part-time Researcher
Indri has a Master's degree in Sustainable Energy from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Physics Engineering from Gadjah Mada University. She has had experience in renewable energy projects in remote areas and is now working on Indonesia's case study for the LANDMARC project, a 4-year project funded by the European Commission, and supporting proposal and report writing and other research, engineering, and educational projects.
TRI ATMAJA
Flexible Part-time Researcher
Atma possesses a Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo, specializing in urban engineering, with a primary focus on innovative applications of GeoAI for coastal flood risk assessment. His research also delved into the vital role of mangroves in coastal protection. With a strong passion for research, Atma is deeply intrigued by topics such as the ramifications of climate change, strategies for disaster risk reduction, adaptive and mitigative measures, nature-based solutions, and bolstering urban resilience. He boasts a repertoire of publications and hands-on involvement in various domestic and global projects. At su-Re Co, he serves as a part-time researcher, leveraging his expertise in the field.
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