Tanggung Jawab Sosial dan Bina Lingkungan Perusahaan Award (TSBLP) Award 2024: Promoting Sustainability and Collaboration in West Kalimantan
The TSBLP Award embodies the principles championed by the Nusantara Climate Initiative (NCI), which promotes Nature-Based Solutions to address environmental challenges and bolster local resilience.
Author: Nur Ramdhani Ikhsan
From Forests to Livelihoods: Strengthening Partnerships in Kubu Raya
Through training and legal frameworks, forest communities in Kubu Raya are gaining the tools to manage and protect their resources. NCI supports this partnership model to bridge local livelihoods with forest sustainability.
Author: Nur Ramdhani Ikhsan
Mud Lobster (Thalassina anomala): Mangrove Ecosystem Engineer
Mud lobsters are more than just crustaceans—they are ecosystem engineers. Their volcanic-like mounds aerate the soil, recycle nutrients, and provide shelter for a range of species. At PT Kandelia Alam (KLIA), supported by Nusantara Climate Initiative (NCI), efforts to protect these remarkable creatures reflect a broader commitment to mangrove ecosystem restoration and biodiversity conservation.
Author: Randi Agusti
Leveraging Community Collaboration and Land Optimization for Food Security
By transforming marginal strips of land into thriving vegetable plots, Desa Kubu’s farmers are proving that resilience and food security go hand in hand. With guidance from PT KLIA and support from NCI, this local innovation is shaping a more self-sufficient and sustainable future.
Author: Nur Ramdhani Ikhsan
The Hidden Glider of Kalimantan: Meet the Bornean Colugo
Narkata Rimba became the stage for an extraordinary encounter—a glimpse of the Bornean Colugo (Galeopterus borneanus). This elusive mammal, part of the Dermoptera order, is a natural wonder found only on the island of Borneo.
Author: Adhy Maruly
Temporary Closure of Mangrove Areas for Sustainable Crab Fisheries in Kubu Raya
The 'temporary closure' initiative is not only a mechanism for ecosystem recovery but also an opportunity to foster collaboration between government, local communities, the private sector, and environmental NGOs.
Author: Nur Ramdhani Ikhsan
Embracing Nature-Based Solutions: Narkata Rimba’s Ecotourism Vision in East Kalimantan
The Embang Lemun waterfall is more than a destination—it’s a symbol of how nature-based tourism can uplift communities and safeguard forests. Together with Ben Hes village, Narkata Rimba and NCI are building a model for responsible tourism in East Kalimantan.
Author: Muhammad Sofiyuddin
Building a Sustainable Future: Liberica Coffee Agroforestry Demonstration Plot in Batu Ampar
Through this initiative, NCI goes beyond carbon mitigation by strengthening local economies and restoring ecosystems, aligning with our Beyond Carbon Goals mission. By expanding agroforestry-based commodity production, such as Liberica coffee, we aim to encourage more communities to adopt sustainable farming practices that benefit both people and nature.
Author: Nur Ramdhani Ikhsan
Beyond Carbon: How Mangrove Restoration in Batu Ampar Supports Livelihoods and Ecosystems
Since 2018, NCI and Kandelia Alam have been working to restore over 18,000 hectares of mangrove habitat, boosting both ecological integrity and local economic potential. NCI's strategy includes rejuvenating the seafood sector and expanding ecotourism.
Author: Wiro Wirandi
Ecosystem-Based Livelihoods: Sustainable Economic Growth in Sukamara – Central Kalimantan
In Batu Ampar, mangrove restoration is not just about storing carbon—it’s about restoring livelihoods. By supporting fisheries, alternative incomes, and global seafood certification, NCI’s ‘Beyond Carbon’ model proves conservation can also be economic empowerment.
Author: Aslama Nuraulia, Muhammad Sofiyuddin, Siti Nur Alliah, Satria Winasis Luhur Pambudi
Anjat: A Symbol of Indigenous Wisdom, Sustainability, and Community Empowerment
Anjat, the traditional Dayak woven bag, embodies sustainable living and indigenous knowledge. Crafted from organic rattan and natural dyes, each piece tells a story of culture, ecology, and resilience. With support from PT. Belayan River Timber and NCI, artisans like Ibu Ungab are blending heritage with innovation, expanding Anjat into modern designs that connect local wisdom with global sustainability.
Author: Aslama Nuraulia, Muhammad Sofiyuddin
From the Shadows: Rare Spotted Kukri Snake Found in East Kalimantan
The end of 2024 brought an extraordinary discovery to the biodiversity records of Indonesia, particularly in East Kalimantan.
Author: Adhy Maruly
Mangrove Nursery PT. Kandelia Alam: The Success of Ecosystem Restoration Starts Here!
Mangroves are vital ecosystems that support biodiversity and play a critical role in human life, particularly for coastal communities.
Author: Randi Agusti
Protecting Indonesia’s Mangroves: Collaboration Action in Kubu Village
Mangroves, vital coastal ecosystems, play an essential role in combating climate change by storing carbon, preventing coastal erosion, and supporting biodiversity.
Author: Nur Ramdhani Ikhsan
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