Journal of Horizon
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): JOH-MAY

Digitalization and Forestry: Technologies for the Preservation of Tropical Forests

Sembiring, Tamaulina Br. (Unknown)
Rosalia, Olyvia (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 May 2025

Abstract

This research explores how digital tools are reshaping efforts to preserve Indonesia’s tropical forests, focusing on technologies like drones, satellite monitoring, and IoT sensors. Employing a qualitative case study methodology complemented by detailed interviews, the study reveals that digital innovations significantly enhance forest oversight by boosting data precision, enabling quicker wildfire alerts, and streamlining inter-agency collaboration. Despite these advancements, critical obstacles remain, including inadequate digital infrastructure, limited tech know-how among local populations, and policy disconnects between national and regional authorities. The study also underscores the vital role of empowering local communities through education and accessible technology to foster active participation in conservation. Ultimately, successful integration of digital solutions depends on flexible governance frameworks and capacity-building initiatives that collectively drive sustainable ecological, social, and economic benefits. The insights gathered are intended to guide the formulation of more impactful and enduring tropical forest conservation policies in Indonesia.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JH

Publisher

Subject

Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Other

Description

Journal of Horizon (JH) is a peer-reviewed open access international journal established for the dissemination of cutting-edge knowledge in the Forestry. All submitted manuscripts will be reviewed by the editors and then evaluated by a minimum of two International Reviewers through a double-blind ...