Air Pollution Prediction using Random Forest Classifier: A Case Study of DKI Jakarta

Abstract

This research paper analyzes the Air Pollution Standard Index (APSI) in Jakarta, Indonesia, using the Random Forest Classifier (RFC). The study aims to predict the APSI level in Jakarta based on the concentrations of various pollutants, including particulate matter (PM), sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), carbon monoxide (CO), and ozone (O3). The data used in the study was collected from a public website called Jakarta Open Data from January to December 2020. The SMOTE-Tomek technique was used to handle an imbalanced dataset in this work. The results show that the RFC model accurately predicts the APSI level in Jakarta with an accuracy of 95%. In addition, RFC can identify ozone (O3) and particulate matter (PM) are the most critical factors influencing the APSI level. This study provides valuable insights into the factors influencing air pollution in Jakarta and can be used to inform city decision-making regarding air quality management. This paper discusses the finding's significance and potential future research directions.