Revitalizing Abandoned Coastal Ponds in Indonesia: A Waqf-Based Permaculture Solution for Sustainable Aquaculture

Ahlis Fatoni (Institute of Islamic Banking and Finance (IIiBF), International Islamic University Malaysia, Jl. Gombak, 53100 IIUM Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia and Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Nahdlatul Wathan Samawa, Jl. Lintas Sumbawa Bima KM. 03, Sumbawa Besar, Nusa)
Mega T. R. Luik (Economic Department, Tayyib Institute, Jl. Datu Musing I, Goa, Jereweh, Kab. Sumbawa Barat 84456, Nusa Tenggara Barat, Indonesia)
Auwal Adam Sa'ad (Institute of Islamic Banking and Finance (IIiBF), International Islamic University Malaysia, Jl. Gombak, 53100 IIUM Gombak, Selangor, Malaysia)
Ferdi Zanuar Adzan (Faculty of Economy and Business, Universitas Islam Bandung, Jl. Tamansari No.24 Lt. 3-4, Tamansari, Kec. Bandung Wetan, Kota Bandung 40116, Jawa Barat, Indonesia)

Al-Muzara'ah
Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): AL-MUZARA'AH (January 2026)

This research proposes a sustainable model for revitalizing abandoned coastal ponds in Indonesia by integrating waqf and permaculture water design. Conventional industrial practices in coastal pond management, characterized by using artificial chemicals, have led to significant environmental degradation, contradicting Islamic principles. The study suggests utilizing cash waqf to fund permaculture pond — a method that collaborates with nature, avoiding artificial inputs and promoting ecological balance. By aligning with Islamic teachings on environmental stewardship, this model aims to restore land quality and productivity while benefiting coastal communities. Employing a qualitative methodology, the research utilizes secondary data from a range of sources to analyze the potential of this approach. The findings advocate for a waqf-based management system that ensures environmental sustainability and adheres to Islamic values, offering a viable alternative to harmful conventional practices.