Flood Management as a Business Reducing Citarum River Flood, Dayeuhkolot, Bandung Regency

Abstract

The Dayeuhkolot region in Bandung Regency is chronically affected by severe flooding from the Citarum River, leading to significant economic losses, infrastructure damage, and social disruption. Conventional, government-funded flood management approaches have faced persistent challenges in achieving long-term sustainability and effectiveness. This research proposes and evaluates a novel paradigm: "Flood Management as a Business". The study's objective is to explore the viability of market-driven, private-sector, or social enterprise models in contributing to flood reduction and resilience in the Dayeuhkolot area. Using a qualitative approach, including stakeholder analysis and business model conceptualization, this paper identifies potential ventures where flood mitigation activities can be structured as sustainable business opportunities. Key areas explored include commercial waste management services to reduce river siltation, private enterprises for installing modular flood defenses, and fee-based early warning and response services. The analysis suggests that fostering a business ecosystem around flood resilience can unlock private capital, drive innovation, and create local economic co-benefits, thereby complementing public efforts. This study concludes that a business-oriented framework offers a pragmatic and scalable supplementary strategy for reducing the perennial flood risk of the Citarum River.