The islanders of Bangka Belitung have long hunted squid for sustenance and trade, but some fear this is being imperilled by mining.
Category: Special report
Loss of farmer life on industrial plantation in Kalimantan’s forest
The forced eviction of gardens in Lelayang Hamlet to use industrial forest plantations left local residents with deep trauma.
Birds in Boki Maruru Cave area threatened by nickel mines expansion
The sighting of various types of birds was once a common sight for residents in Sagea Village. But now that has changed, with the presence of the mining industry.
Climate refugee threat looms over islanders as crisis worsens
The impacts of the climate crisis may force the residents of Pari Island in Thousand Islands regency out of their homes and become climate refugees.
Climate crisis to cause mass bleaching of Indonesian coral areas by 2044
Annual bleaching will occur in 160 marine protected areas, affecting coastal communities. That’s 60% of the country’s population.
Coastal communities restore coral ecosystems amidst ocean warming
Mass coral bleaching in GIli Matra in 1998, 2010 and 2016 spawned several conservation efforts. Now they are racing against time.
Rempang residents say ‘For generations, we’ve lived here and will die here’
Residents fear Rempang’s industrialization will harm the environment. Farmers and fishers refuse to be uprooted from their land and livelihood.
The forgotten ones on tin island
Offshore tin mining on Bangka Island pollutes fishing grounds, driving fishermen away. Participatory development is key to economic growth and equality.
Tracing lead contamination in Palembang’s most favored fish
Although lab test results show lead level in mackerel is within safe level, overtime consumption can lead to mental and physical problems, expert warns.
Sinakak fishers resort to compressors for better income
Despite the risks, fishers continue to use compressors to make a living. Journalist Febrianti met with Jertianus from Sinakak to learn more.