A total of 54 vehicles underwent free emissions testing organized by the Thousand Islands Environment (LH) Sub-agency at the Mitra Praja Building in Sunter, North Jakarta, as part of the 2026 Environment Day commemoration and Jakarta's 499th anniversary celebrations.

Thousand Islands LH Sub-agency Head Achmad Hariadi said the free emission testing targeted official operational vehicles, private vehicles owned by civil servants (ASN), employees working at the Mitra Praja Building, and nearby residents.

"Today's emissions testing is part of our efforts to mitigate climate change and improve air quality in Jakarta," he said on Monday (6/15).

Achmad said the agency is also planning to expand emissions testing to marine transportation, including vessels operating in the Thousand Islands.

"Emissions testing for vessels operating in the islands requires a different approach. We will coordinate with the relevant ministries to ensure it is conducted in accordance with established emissions standards," he said.

Achmad said the agency is pursuing a range of measures to maintain air quality in the Thousand Islands, including emissions testing, eco-enzyme spraying, and eco-friendly waste management programs.

Going forward, the emissions testing service will be expanded gradually to inhabited islands. Officers will bring testing equipment directly to each area to ensure that fossil-fuel-powered vehicles owned by residents and government institutions comply with emissions standards.

"We will ensure this service reaches residents in all six urban villages across the Thousand Islands. The program will be carried out gradually by bringing testing equipment directly to each location," he explained.

Thousand Islands LH Sub-agency's Pollution and Environmental Damage Control Section Head Sri Hayyu Alynda Heryati said the emission testing was conducted in collaboration with the Jakarta Environment Agency.

She detailed that all 25 gasoline-powered cars tested passed the emissions test. Of the eight diesel-powered cars inspected, three passed while five failed.

"Of the 21 gasoline-powered motorcycles tested, 18 passed and three failed," she added.

She urged owners of vehicles that failed the emissions test to have their engines serviced or properly maintained to bring emissions back within acceptable limits.

"Through this activity, we hope to raise public awareness about proper vehicle maintenance so that Jakarta's air quality remains within safe limits," she emphasized.

Meanwhile, Tuti (49), a local resident who used the service, said she found it very helpful. She learned about the free emissions testing by chance while visiting the Bank DKI ATM at the Mitra Praja Building.

"This was the first time my motorcycle underwent an emissions test, especially since the service was free. I'm grateful that my vehicle passed. Now I know my motorcycle's engine is still in good condition and not contributing to air pollution," she said.