Chalifah Fatihah
- Culinary and Food
- October 26, 2026
- 8 views
From Sunda Kelapa to Weltevreden: How Environmental Crisis and Colonial Ambition Shifted Jakarta’s Economic Heart to Pasar Baru
When discussing the historical economic epicenter of Jakarta, the colonial-era district of Kota Tua is almost universally the first location that comes to mind. The foundational history of this northern…
Nila Kartika Wati
- Environment and Nature
- October 16, 2026
- 21 views
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…
- Environment and Nature
- October 15, 2026
- 17 views
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…
- Environment and Nature
- October 12, 2026
- 24 views
The Hidden Cost of Cement: Environmental Degradation and the Carbon Paradox in Indonesia’s Karst Landscapes
The relentless rumble of heavy-duty trucks navigating the dust-choked roads of the Kendeng Mountains in Rembang, Central Java, serves as a daily reminder of an industrial transformation that has fundamentally…
- Environment and Nature
- October 4, 2026
- 39 views
Sulawesi Beyond Its Environmental Carrying Capacity: A Decade of Industrial Extraction and Ecological Collapse
Between 2014 and 2024, the island of Sulawesi underwent a profound and largely irreversible landscape transformation, as an average of 224 hectares of forest were surrendered to mining activities every…
- Environment and Nature
- October 3, 2026
- 37 views
The Silent Crisis of Lake Sentani: How Invasive Species and Environmental Degradation are Erasing Papua’s Cultural Identity
The tranquil surface of Lake Sentani in Papua hides a profound ecological crisis that threatens not only the region’s aquatic biodiversity but the very fabric of indigenous Sentani culture. On…
- Environment and Nature
- October 2, 2026
- 154 views
Papua and Beyond Face Escalating Wildfire Crisis as Environmental Groups Criticize Inadequate Government Response
The wildfire crisis currently gripping Indonesia, particularly the Papua region, has reached a critical inflection point in 2026, marking a significant departure from historical fire patterns. While national attention has…
- Environment and Nature
- October 2, 2026
- 129 views
Farmers and Environmental Advocates Across Indonesia Demand Agrarian Reform and Halt to Extractive Projects on National Farmers Day
National Farmers Day, observed annually on September 24, has become a pivotal moment for grassroots movements in Indonesia to voice opposition against industrial encroachment, land rights violations, and the environmental…
- Environment and Nature
- October 1, 2026
- 36 views
Mongabay Snaps: An In-Depth Look at Environmental Shifts and Grassroots Resilience in September 2026
The month of September 2026 has served as a poignant reminder of Indonesia’s vulnerability to shifting climatic patterns, as the prolonged effects of the El Niño phenomenon disrupted seasonal expectations…
- Environment and Nature
- September 30, 2026
- 34 views
Critical Analysis of the Environmental Policy Trajectory Under the Prabowo Subianto Administration
The environmental policy framework of President Prabowo Subianto’s administration has come under intense scrutiny from civil society organizations, academics, and former government officials, who argue that the current trajectory prioritizes…
- Environment and Nature
- September 29, 2026
- 37 views
Indigenous Wisdom as a Climate Buffer: How the Boti Community Secures Food Sovereignty Amidst Environmental Uncertainty
Deep within the rugged terrain of the Kie District in the South Central Timor Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, the Boti people stand as a living testament to the efficacy…
