Eighty-five mining concessions covering over 155,000 hectares in Aceh spark debate over environmental sustainability and economic development

The landscape of Aceh Province is currently defined by an expansive footprint of extractive industry activity, with 85 Mining Business Licenses (IUP) for metal minerals and coal scattered across 12…

Silent Wings Fading: The Ecological Crisis Transforming the Coastal Landscapes of Banda Aceh

The coastal landscape of Banda Aceh is undergoing a profound and irreversible transformation, leaving traditional livelihoods in decline and disrupting ancient migratory pathways for global shorebird populations. For 73-year-old Zakaria,…

Beutong Ateuh Banggalang: A Vital Biodiversity Corridor and Cultural Sanctuary in the Heart of Aceh

The lush, mountainous forests of Beutong Ateuh Banggalang in the Nagan Raya Regency of Aceh have emerged as a critical sanctuary for avian biodiversity and a testament to the harmonious…

Beutong Ateuh Banggalang: A Vital Biodiversity Sanctuary and the Indigenous Philosophy of Coexistence in Aceh

The dense, mist-covered mountain forests of Beutong Ateuh Banggalang in the Nagan Raya Regency of Aceh Province serve as a critical refuge for a diverse array of avian species and…

Silent Crisis in the Wetlands: The Disappearing Haven for Migratory Birds in Banda Aceh

The coastal regions of Banda Aceh serve as a critical ecological corridor within the East Asian-Australasian Flyway (EAAF), a vast network of routes spanning from the Arctic Circle to the…

Kopi Gayo Aceh Jadi Nomor 1 Terbaik di Asia, Ke-5 di Dunia

The global standing of Indonesian agriculture reached a significant milestone as Gayo Arabica coffee, originating from the lush highlands of Aceh, officially claimed the number one spot on the prestigious…

Koro Pedang Emerges as a Sustainable Alternative to Soybean Dependency in Aceh

Under the scorching sun of Lamteuba, Aceh Besar, local farmers are redefining the agricultural landscape of Aceh. What was once considered a wild, underutilized plant known locally as kacang parang…

Illegal Gold Mining Devastates Jantho Nature Reserve and Threatens Sumatran Orangutan Habitat in Aceh Besar

The integrity of the Jantho Pine Forest Nature Reserve in Aceh Besar, Aceh, is facing an unprecedented crisis as illegal gold mining activities, locally known as PETI (Pertambangan Emas Tanpa…

Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf Holds Crucial Talks with Presidential Envoy Hashim Djojohadikusumo on Future Development and Gas Utilization

Aceh Governor Muzakir Manaf, widely known as Mualem, recently engaged in a high-level meeting with Hashim Djojohadikusumo, the President’s Special Envoy for Energy and Climate, in Jakarta. The discussions, which…

Aceh Barat Authorities Mobilize Extensive Resources to Contain Land Fire Threatening Residential Areas and Public Health

MEULABOH, REPUBLIKA.CO.ID – A significant land fire incident prompted a rapid and coordinated response from the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of Aceh Barat Regency on Friday, July 17th, at…

Devastating Floods and Landslides Cripple Aceh Coffee Industry as Restoration Efforts Begin Amidst Massive Infrastructure Damage

The catastrophic floods and landslides that struck the provinces of Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra in November have left a trail of destruction that continues to paralyze local economies…