Environment

Bingkai Karya – Bees are essential pollinators, but they are under threat from a variety of factors, including air pollution. A new study has found that air pollution is changing the scent of flowers, making it harder for bees to find them. The study, which was conducted by researchers at the University of Birmingham, found […]

Bingkai Karya – The Indonesian Seas Large Marine Ecosystem (ISLME) program, initiated by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), was launched in 2019. The five-year program was originally scheduled to end in 2023, but was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite the challenges, Indonesia and FAO worked together to continue the

Bingkai Karya – These naturewise guardians, with their deep knowledge and sustainable practices, are crucial for a country facing the harsh realities of a warming planet. They’ve stood strong for centuries, protecting forests, resisting harmful projects, and adapting to a changing environment. From mountains to the sea, across diverse cultures and customs, they share a

Bingkai Karya – Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Solok Selatan, West Sumatra, lies the village of Padang Gantiang. Its verdant embrace stretches across 1,579 hectares, designated as a social forestry area back in 2017. Yet, beneath the canopy of emerald, whispers of unease once swirled. Oil palm, a lucrative crop but an environmental enigma,

Bingkai Karya – A youth group in Pedawa Village, Buleleng, Bali, has launched an initiative to protect water sources. The initiative, called Asuh Kayuan, aims to reforest areas around water sources and ensure their long-term sustainability. The Asuh Kayuan initiative is a collaboration between the Pedawa Youth Group, land owners, and small businesses. The Pedawa

Bingkai Karya – Spider webs are often overlooked, as they are transparent and can be found in hidden places. However, they are actually a valuable tool for monitoring air pollution. Spider webs are made of silk, which is a strong and elastic material. This makes them ideal for trapping pollutants, such as heavy metals, polycyclic

Bingkai Karya – In the heart of Papua, the Awyu tribe considers their ancient forest a cherished legacy, a source of life for generations. Yet, shadows loom as palm oil giants seek footholds in Boven Digoel, threatening to uproot this vital ecosystem. The Awyu fear not just the devastation of their beloved woods, but the

Bingkai Karya – Mountains, high-latitude areas, and the cryosphere (the Earth’s frozen parts, including glaciers, permafrost, and snow) are critical components of our planet’s ecological balance. They provide freshwater for billions of people, regulate global climate, and support unique biodiversity. However, these regions are also highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. Mountains are

Bingkai Karya – In a pivotal address at the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) Summit in Tokyo, Indonesian President Joko Widodo, widely known as Jokowi, delineated a comprehensive set of measures aimed at combating climate change. The inaugural AZEC Summit convened at the office of the Japanese Prime Minister, bringing together leaders from various nations

Bingkai Karya – In a remarkable display of environmental stewardship, over 80 volunteers, consisting of forest farmers and employees of PT Sorini Agro Asia Corporindo, a subsidiary of Cargill, joined forces to plant 5,000 tree seedlings across 8 hectares in the Tangkil spring (Tangkil Bulk Block) in Dayurejo Village, Mount Arjuna, Pasuruan, East Java. This