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ECONOMIC VALUATION MODEL OF VANNAME SHRIMP CULTURE AND MANGROVE REHABILITATION Mongi, Elrin Meivian Mongi; Karuniasa, Mahawan; Patria, Mufti Petala
Journal of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development Vol. 6, No. 2
Publisher : UI Scholars Hub

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The current climate change is caused by anthropogenic activities involving energy and industry usage that affect the temperature and climate of the Earth. The Paris Agreement on climate change is a commitment by some countries to act to address climate change by developing sustainably and emitting low levels of carbon dioxide (CO2). Changes in the oceans include temperature increases, acidification, and changes in currents, leading to decreased productivity in fishing and aquaculture. Integrated mangrove shrimp farming, known as silvofisheries, has been recognized as environmentally friendly cultivation. The implementation of silvofishery is a form of mangrove ecosystem management that integrates ecology and economics. An economic and ecological valuation is needed in the Vannamei shrimp farming business. Therefore, this study aims to build an economic model of mangroves and shrimp farming. The data were analyzed and simulated using Systems Dynamic. Based on Business as Usual (BAU) simulation predictions for the 2023 mangrove area of 267 hectares, the best scenario for the mangrove area of 2033 is 1,770 hectares, the total economic value of shrimp of Rp 49,300,000,000 and the total economic value of mangrove is Rp 77,175,000,000. This research results in a potential trade-off between intensive shrimp farming businesses and mangrove rehabilitation to maintain a business's sustainability and the environment's carrying capacity.
Enhancing fire disaster management: Innovative approaches using physical peatland monitoring data Prayoga, M. Bayu Rizky; Karuniasa, Mahawan; Frimawaty, Evi
Calamity: A Journal of Disaster Technology and Engineering Vol. 2 No. 1: (July) 2024
Publisher : Institute for Advanced Science, Social, and Sustainable Future

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/calamity.v2i1.2024.1030

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Background: In Indonesia, the persistent occurrence of forest and land fires highlights the critical importance of early detection in determining the success of mitigation efforts. Method: This study explores several key aspects related to peatland wetness and its impact on fire prevention. Firstly, it examines the relationship between rainfall and the humidity and temperature of peatlands. Secondly, the study investigates peatland wetness as an indicator of hotspot emergence. Thirdly, the study evaluates stakeholder perceptions regarding the use of peat wetness monitoring in determining the emergency status of forest and land fire disasters. Findings: The study's results indicate that rainfall significantly influences peatland humidity, which in turn reflects the level of peat humidity and temperature. It was also found that peatlands with a Dry-Moderate humidity category can be a reliable indicator of the emergence of fire spots. The consensus among stakeholders is that monitoring peatland humidity is very important for decision-making related to emergency status. Finally, this study proposes a forest and land fire mitigation concept based on peatland humidity. Conclusion: This approach aims to reduce the risk of such fires by utilizing monitoring results to enhance preparedness, taking into consideration the current state of peatland wetness. Overall, this research underscores the importance of integrating peatland wetness monitoring into forest and land fire mitigation strategies to improve early detection and reduce the risk of fires.  Novelty/Originality of this study: A study of forest fires in Indonesia links peatland wetness to fire hotspots, providing a reliable indicator for early fire detection. This is an innovative approach to forest fire prevention.
Livelihood Sustainability Assessment of Payment for Ecosystem Services Providers in Cidanau Watershed, Banten Province Biru, Muhammad Diheim; Karuniasa, Mahawan; Mizuno, Kosuke
Jurnal Manajemen Hutan Tropika Vol. 29 No. 3 (2023)
Publisher : Institut Pertanian Bogor (IPB University)

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The payment for ecosystem services (PES) scheme in the Cidanau Watershed, Banten Province, Indonesia has not yet quantified and reviewed its livelihood impacts on its providers after two decades of implementation. Therefore, this study maps the livelihood sustainability of PES farmers and non-PES farmers in the Cidanau Watershed using capital indexes based on the five livelihood capital assets of the DFID’s sustainable livelihood framework. The research used a quantitative method to formulate the livelihood capital indexes (LCI) as approximates to the subjects’ livelihood sustainability based on their livelihood information and draws implications from the results thereof. A total of 168 agroforestry farmers both from PES and non-PES groups were interviewed across 12 villages in the upstream area. The results show that both PES and non-PES groups share the same pattern of capital assets sustainability with the PES group having a slightly higher human capital asset. The overall LCI calculated for the PES and non-PES groups are 0.445 and 0.48, respectively. The livelihood of both groups is deemed as not yet sustainable. The farmers would have to develop their financial and human assets to attain more sustainable livelihoods and prepare themselves for adopting new types of PES in the future.
Public policies on sustainable flood risk management: Study cases of the Netherlands and Malawi Maulana, Precious Douglas; Koestoer, Raldi Hendrotoro Seputro; Karuniasa, Mahawan
ASEAN Natural Disaster Mitigation and Education Journal Vol. 2 No. 1: (July) 2024
Publisher : Institute for Advanced Science, Social, and Sustainable Future

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Background: This study compares flood management strategies in Malawi and the Netherlands, emphasizing their respective advantages and disadvantages. The Netherlands is renowned globally for its flood defense, prioritizing prevention, stakeholder involvement, and nature-based solutions through sophisticated infrastructure and proactive approaches. However, future challenges may arise from economic expansion and climate change pressures. In contrast, Malawi, despite having fewer resources, is making strides with its National Resilience Strategy, focusing on risk mitigation, sustainable agriculture, and early warning systems to combat flooding and hunger vulnerabilities. Yet, it faces significant issues with financing, management, and the long-term sustainability of community-based projects.  Methods: This study utilized bibliometric analysis and a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), employing a comparative approach to evaluate Malawian and Dutch public policies on flooding disasters. The aim was to identify similarities and differences in their approaches to flood risk management. Findings: The Netherlands’ proactive flood management strategy, characterized by advanced infrastructure and integrated policy frameworks, is a model for high-capacity settings. Its emphasis on nature-based solutions and stakeholder engagement further strengthens its resilience. Malawi's approach, while resource-constrained, shows promise through its National Resilience Strategy, which targets risk reduction, sustainable agricultural practices, and robust early warning systems. Nevertheless, Malawi continues to grapple with financing, effective management, and the sustainability of its flood risk mitigation initiatives. Conclusion: The experiences of the Netherlands and Malawi illustrate the need for continuous policy adaptation and the challenges of managing flood risks in diverse socioeconomic contexts. This research clarifies the relative benefits of different flood control strategies and emphasizes the importance of tailored approaches to address the complexities of flood dangers. Both countries demonstrate the ongoing need for regulatory reform to enhance flood risk mitigation efforts. Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study uniquely compares the flood risk management policies of Malawi and the Netherlands, highlighting the differences between a developing nation's reactive, community-focused approach and a developed country's proactive, infrastructure-intensive strategy. By analyzing their respective strengths and weaknesses, it identifies potential improvements and opportunities for both nations to enhance their flood management and resilience.
Application of Analytical Hierarchy Process in Strategy of Human Resource Capacity Building at The Karya Lestari Farmers Group, Sibaganding Village, Simalungun Regency Simanjuntak, Friska Irene; Siti Latifah; Rahmawaty; Mohd Hasmadi Ismail; Seca Gandaseca; Mahawan Karuniasa
Journal of Sylva Indonesiana Vol. 7 No. 02 (2024): Journal of Sylva Indonesiana
Publisher : Talenta Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/jsi.v7i02.12376

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Social Forestry is a system of sustainable forest management implemented in state forest areas/private forests/customary forests by local communities or customary law communities as executors. This study aims to analyze the priority level of Human Resources (HR) capacity-building strategies in the Karya Lestari Farmers Group, Sibaganding Village, Girsang Sipangan Bolon District, Simalungun Regency. The research was carried out from September to November 2022 using primary and secondary data. The method used is the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) using the Software Expert Choice tool. The data collection method is the Focus Group Discussion (FGD). Based on the results of the AHP, the priority of the HR capacity-building strategy is the criteria for increasing group knowledge in managing business potential to produce products that have good selling value and sell well in the market in the first place. The criteria for applying to the relevant agency to be included in group business management training activities are in second place and the criteria for establishing cooperation with related parties to help introduce group business products are in third place. Alternative aspects of institutional management are in first place, alternative aspects of area management are in second place and alternative aspects of business management are in third place
Optimization of palm oil biodiesel production: Environmental impact analysis and POME waste utilization Paminto, Ari Kabul; Karuniasa, Mahawan; Frimawaty, Evi
Applied Environmental Science Vol. 2 No. 1: (July) 2024
Publisher : Institute for Advanced Science, Social, and Sustainable Future

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/aes.v2i1.2024.820

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Background: Indonesia is still an energy importer, especially in the form of crude oil and fuel products to meet the needs of its industrial sector. The reduced production of fossil energy, especially oil, as well as the global commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, has prompted the Indonesian government to continue to support the role of new and renewable energy. The production of palm oil-based biodiesel is faced with a number of environmental problems, which may occur from the release of emissions during the production of FFB (Fresh Fruit Bunches), CPO (Crude Palm Oil), and biodiesel. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to compile an LCI (Life Cycle Inventory) covering the production of FFB, CPO, and biodiesel; analyze the environmental impact of the CPO bodysel production process which includes CO2 (eq) emissions, acidification and eutrophication; and develop a life cycle concept for biodiesel production from palm oil as a renewable energy. Methods: The method used in this study is a combination of quantitative LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) and AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process) and qualitative. Findings: The results of this study are LCI in 1 ton of biodiesel consisting of NPK fertilizer of 141.1 Kg; herbicide (0.25 Kg); water (1578 m3), diesel oil (25 Kg); fresh fruit bunches of 5.67 tons; electricity of 33.8 kWh, POME (Palm Oil Mill Effluent) (3,47 m3), CPO needed for biodiesel conversion of 1.17 tons; methanol (0.41 tons), and 0.01 tons of Sodium Hydroxide. The total CO2 emission (eq) of biodiesel production from palm oil is 1489 Kg CO2 (eq), eutrophication is 1.12 Kg PO43- (eq) and acidification is 3.06 Kg SO2 (eq). With the largest contribution of CO2 (eq) emissions in CPO production and the contribution of eutrophication and acidification in oil palm plantations or FFB production (Fresh Fruit Bunches). Environmental hotspot of LCA, CO2 (eq) emissions from palm oil biodiesel production show that 53% mainly comes from POME (Palm Oil Mill Effluent) waste, other contributors are NPK fertilizers (23%), methanol (18%), and diesel oil (7%). Hotspot eutrophication showed that 61% mainly came from NPK fertilizer, methanol (20%), diesel oil (11%), and POME waste (8%). Hotspot acidification showed that 48% mainly came from NPK fertilizers, methanol (28%), POME waste (13%), and diesel oil (11%). Conclusion: The concept of a biodiesel production life cycle can be applied with the best alternative utilization of POME waste with a priority weighting of 0.357 and a CO2(eq) emission criterion of 0.494. From the optimization of the life cycle of biodiesel production with the use of POME, the potential for emission reduction is 667.2 Kg CO2 (eq). Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study's novel application of LCA evaluates the environmental impacts of biodiesel production from palm oil in Indonesia, identifying critical hotspots in CO2 emissions, eutrophication, and acidification. Additionally, it proposes an innovative optimization approach by utilizing POME to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, highlighting a viable path for enhancing the sustainability of biodiesel production.
Peatland wetness as an indicator of fire occurrence in Forest and Land Fires (FLFs) Prayoga, M. Bayu Rizky; Karuniasa, Mahawan; Frimawaty, Evi
Journal of Earth Kingdom Vol. 2 No. 1: (July) 2024
Publisher : Institute for Advanced Science, Social, and Sustainable Future

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61511/jek.v2i1.2024.873

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Background: Peatland ecosystems play an important role in the hydrological cycle and carbon cycling. In Indonesia, peatlands store about 28.6 gigatonnes of carbon which is equivalent to 10 years of global fossil fuel emissions. Peatlands act as a water storage during wet seasons and slowly release water during dry seasons to maintain river discharges and hydrological balance. However, climate change induced prolonged drought has increased peatland dryness in recent decades which elevate the risks of unwanted peatland fires. During El Nino-induced drought in 2015, over 2.6 million hectares of forest and land burned, emitting 0.81–1.4 gigatonnes of greenhouse gasses. The extreme fires damaged biodiversity, degraded water quality and displaced thousands of locals. This study aimed to analyze peatland wetness as an indicator of fire occurrences in forest and land fires (FLFs) in Riau, Indonesia by examining the relationship between degree of peatland wetness derived from satellite imagery and hotspots data. Methods: Peatland wetness was estimated from microwave backscattering coefficients at several RadarSat synthetic aperture radar (SAR) wavelengths and cross validated with water table depth measurements from 120 monitoring wells. Hotspots data between 2015-2020 were obtained from NASA's MODIS active fire product. Findings: Preliminary results showed significant negative correlations between peatland wetness and numbers of hotspots in peatlands, with more hotspots occurring in drier peatlands compared to wetter ones. This implies that maintaining peatland hydrological functions through continuous saturation is pivotal to prevent severe peatland wildfires under future climate change. Conclusion: Conservation efforts to restore hydrological balance in degraded peatlands through re-wetting strategies are recommended. Further research utilizing machine learning algorithms to produce high-resolution peatland wetness maps can improve fire risk monitoring in peatlands. Novelty/Originality of this Study: This study introduces the novel concept of utilizing peatland wetness as a key indicator for predicting and mitigating forest and land fires in Indonesia, particularly in Riau Province. By combining peatland moisture and temperature data, the research establishes threshold values to better predict fire risks and guide timely mitigation efforts, thereby enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of FLF response activities.
Adaptation Response of Climate Fluctuation Impact: A Study from Dry Land Farmer Community Karuniasa, Mahawan; Pambudi, Priyaji Agung; Pertiwi, Alfionita Bella
AGRIEKSTENSIA Vol 20 No 1 (2021): AGRIEKSTENSIA: Jurnal Penelitian Terapan Bidang Pertanian
Publisher : Politeknik Pembangunan Pertanian Malang

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ABSTRACT Climate change threatens sustainability and the environment, like food production, freshwater, and air condition, especially the dryland ecosystem. Seasonal change of the rainy season and prolonged drought put pressure on the farmer community that experienced a decrease in agriculture production and difficulty in land management. This research aims to find out the dry land farmer adaptation in overcoming climate change impact. The method used was the mixed method through observation, interview, and literature review. The majority of elder farmer respondents are 51-70 years old (46,87%), while a farmer in productive age <50 years old are (34,37%). When in detail, farmer respondents in a young age of <30 years old only 6,25%. Farmer respondents in the research location have senior high school graduate education degrees (40,62%). In 2015, an extreme drought occurred, and the total rainfall was only 1,565 mm3, then in 2016, it increased to 3,817 mm3. The change of annual total rainfall, which was great, reached 243%, caused some crops not to adapt well, decreasing agriculture production and farmers' income. Monoculture-based farming patterns impose production costs that continue to increase annually, while contributions to farmer incomes continue to decrease. This matter makes the income decrease from 14% in 2013 to 10,25% in 2018. Besides that, the feasibility analysis of monoculture-based farming also decreased from 4,33 to 2,7. Therefore, the implementation of a multicultural-based farming pattern is the best for adapting the climate change. The multicultural contributes to the farmer income as many as 12,12% and farming business feasibilities of 2,86. Keywords: Agriculture, climate fluctuation, farmers, income, plant
Enhancing farmers' land productivity through sustainable palm oil certification: Strategies for promoting environmental and economic benefits in agricultural practices Rahutomo, Andreas Budi; Karuniasa, Mahawan; Frimawaty, Evi
Journal of Agrosociology and Sustainability Vol. 2 No. 2: (January) 2025
Publisher : Institute for Advanced Science, Social, and Sustainable Future

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Background: With more than 40% of Indonesia's oil palm land under its management, smallholders still face challenges on the low land productivity and certification achievement. Methods: This research aims to develop a certification concept capable to increase the smallholders’ land productivity through descriptive statistics, grounded theory, content analysis, and Analytic Hiearachy Process. Findings: This research finds that ISPO and RSPO certified smallholders achieved 82% higher land productivity than the average conventional ones, in line with their compliance with certification and consistent GAP application. Fertilisation needs to be prioritised to increase productivity, with the GAP Application and Monitoring (RSPO) and Plant Maintenance (ISPO) as the supporting certification criteria. Conclusion: Synergy between ISPO and RSPO has a chance to increasing land productivity through certification compliance, hence accelerating smallholder certification achievement which would reduce deforestation rates from oil palm expansion. Novelty/Originality of this article: This study introduces a certification concept that combines ISPO and RSPO standards to enhance smallholder land productivity. It emphasizes the integration of fertilization, GAP application, and plant maintenance as key components for boosting productivity while ensuring certification compliance, offering a novel approach to reducing deforestation rates in Indonesia's oil palm sector.
Potential Carbon Stocks in the Kasepuhan Karang Customary Area Mukti, Abdul; Karuniasa, Mahawan
Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan IPA Vol 11 No 6 (2025): June
Publisher : Postgraduate, University of Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jppipa.v11i6.11172

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Customary areas in Indonesia, including Kasepuhan Karang, play a crucial role in forest conservation and climate change mitigation. According to data from the Indigenous Territory Registration Agency (BRWA), the Kasepuhan Karang customary area covers 1.081 hectares, with land cover composition including primary dry forest, settlements, mixed dry agriculture, and rice fields. The methods used in this study include GIS analysis and remote sensing with high-resolution imagery from PlanetScope, as well as field data verification. This study aims to analyze the potential above-ground carbon stocks in the customary area of Kasepuhan Karang, Banten Province. The results show that the primary dry forest land cover has the highest biomass potential of 38.507 Mg and carbon stocks of 18.099 Mg C. The total carbon stocks in the Kasepuhan Karang customary area are 42.986 Mg C, with varying distribution across different land cover classes. Mixed dry agriculture, which dominates this area, also has significant biomass potential and carbon stocks. These findings emphasize the importance of sustainable land management to optimize carbon sequestration potential and support climate change mitigation.