Reclaiming the Blue: The Struggle and Revival of Traditional Marine Governance in Negeri Liang Maluku

The rhythmic drone of outboard motors slices through the morning mist at Inasela Beach in Negeri Liang, Central Maluku, signaling the start of another grueling day for the local fishing…

Jongot and the Resilience of Indigenous Forest Management Amidst the South Sumatra Wildfire Crisis

The persistent scourge of forest and land fires, exacerbated by severe peatland degradation, continues to ravage the landscape of South Sumatra, leaving major cities like Palembang shrouded in thick, toxic…

Indonesia Pushes Biodiversity Finance at COP17 Amidst Civil Society Criticism Over Governance and Extractive Economic Models

The Indonesian government has officially positioned itself at the forefront of global biodiversity finance initiatives during the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP-CBD) in…

Greenpeace Activists Scale Bundaran HI Monument to Protest Climate Inaction and Economic Hardship Under Prabowo-Gibran Administration

In a striking demonstration of civil disobedience, six activists from the environmental organization Greenpeace Indonesia scaled the iconic Selamat Datang Monument at the heart of Jakarta’s Bundaran Hotel Indonesia on…

Geothermal Ambitions Versus Local Livelihoods: The Legal Battle Over Flores Island’s Environmental Integrity

For the people of Flores, the island’s mountainous terrain is more than a geographic feature; it is a vital lifeline. The interconnectedness of volcanic soil, forest-covered watersheds, and reliable water…

Defiance in the Heart of Borneo: The Long Isun Struggle Against Carbon Capitalism

The morning mist clings to the canopy of the primary rainforest surrounding Long Isun, a remote village nestled in the Mahakam Ulu regency of East Kalimantan, Indonesia. For the Dayak…

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…

Drowning in Nickel: The Systematic Collapse of Livelihoods and Human Rights on Kabaena Island

The coastal waters of Baliara village on Kabaena Island, Southeast Sulawesi, have transformed from a pristine source of life into a murky, orange-hued expanse of toxic sediment. For the indigenous…

Cilacap Fishermen Experience Historic Economic Boost During Unprecedented Jellyfish Harvest Amidst Prolonged Drought

The coastal waters of Cilacap, Central Java, have become the epicenter of a remarkable marine phenomenon as local fishermen navigate an extraordinary season of jellyfish abundance. Since August 2026, the…

Ular Pucuk: Unveiling the Ecological Importance and Silent Presence of an Arboreal Predator in Human-Adjacent Landscapes

The slender, vibrant green form of the Oriental whipsnake, known scientifically as Ahaetulla prasina, is a master of camouflage. Often found coiled among the emerald foliage of trees or draped…

Gunung Anak Krakatau Erupsi Lagi: A Critical Examination of Volcanic Activity and Disaster Preparedness in the Sunda Strait

The Sunda Strait is once again on high alert as the volatile Anak Krakatau volcano has entered a sustained period of eruptive activity, casting a shadow over the coastal communities…