In Indonesia, tin mining threatens an age-old fishing tradition
The islanders of Bangka Belitung have long hunted squid for sustenance and trade, but some fear this is being imperilled by mining.
The islanders of Bangka Belitung have long hunted squid for sustenance and trade, but some fear this is being imperilled by mining.
The aquarium trade devastated wild populations. Conservation and restoration is now on the agenda, but management and data gaps remain.
From satellite it looks like a green fan, but the Mahakam Delta has lost more than half of its vegetation.
The giant sea wall is a false solution to the climate crisis and accelerates the ecological degradation of the land and waters of Java Island.
Fishermen lack institutional support to access subsidy. Bureaucracy, funding, and data collection are major impediments, experts say.
Indonesia is one of the countries in SEA with the highest plastic pollution in the world. Microplastics threaten health, the environment, and marine life.
Offshore tin mining on Bangka Island pollutes fishing grounds, driving fishermen away. Participatory development is key to economic growth and equality.
Although lab test results show lead level in mackerel is within safe level, overtime consumption can lead to mental and physical problems, expert warns.
Development policies need to identify the potential of and challenges faced by coastal communities.
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