Government & Resilience
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): Government & Resilience (November 2024)

Environmental Resilience Challenges and Mining Policy in East Kutai Regency, Indonesia: A Case Study

Oktavianus, Ignasius Dwi (Unknown)
Aswar, Muhammad (Unknown)
Muhammad Hairul Saleh (Unknown)
Ahmadi, Zahra (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
19 Nov 2024

Abstract

This study aims to identify weaknesses in the oversight of excavation C mining activities by the East Kutai Regency Government, which contribute to soil degradation and alterations to natural landscapes. These mining operations result in large, water-filled pits that become breeding grounds for mosquitoes and disease, while also causing air pollution during the dry season. The research employs a qualitative approach, combining a literature review with interviews. The findings reveal that, first, excavation C mining disrupts ecosystem balance through the overexploitation of natural resources and fosters illegal mining activities. Second, challenges in monitoring excavation C mining involve the Satpol PP (Civil Service Police Unit) as the primary enforcement body, along with the enforcement of local regulations designed to minimize environmental damage. However, a lack of coordination between the East Kutai Regency Satpol PP and the East Kalimantan Provincial Police complicates regulatory enforcement and community protection efforts. This study recommends implementing strict sanctions against companies that illegally damage the environment to improve oversight effectiveness and promote environmental sustainability.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

GR

Publisher

Subject

Environmental Science Social Sciences

Description

Government & Resilience (G&R) is an international journal that examines the intersection of policy, information technology, government, development, environment, and social dynamics. In particular, it focuses on artificial intelligence in government, how policies affect government information flows; ...