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Nickel at the Edge of Paradise: Why Mining in Raja Ampat Is a Terrible Bargain

Raja Ampat isn’t just another dot on Indonesia’s mining map. It’s the beating heart of the Bird’s Head Seascape, a global biodiversity stronghold whose reefs, mangroves, and seagrass meadows buffer … Continue Reading Nickel at the Edge of Paradise: Why Mining in Raja Ampat Is a Terrible Bargain

Guardians of the Earth: How West Papua Is Leading Indonesia’s Environmental Protection and Sustainable Future

West Papua, located on the western half of the island of New Guinea, is one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. With its dense tropical rainforests, pristine coral reefs, … Continue Reading Guardians of the Earth: How West Papua Is Leading Indonesia’s Environmental Protection and Sustainable Future

Guardians of Eden: West Papua’s Biodiversity and Indonesia’s Commitment to Conservation

Introduction West Papua, located on the western half of New Guinea island, is one of the last frontiers of untouched biodiversity on Earth. With rugged highlands, deep rainforests, and rich … Continue Reading Guardians of Eden: West Papua’s Biodiversity and Indonesia’s Commitment to Conservation

Debunking the ‘Ecocide’ Narrative in West Papua — A Balanced Look at Deforestation, Palm Oil, and Indigenous Rights

By West Papua Online Introduction The phrase “West Papua Ecocide” has gained currency in activist circles, particularly in relation to issues like deforestation, palm oil plantations, and alleged violations of … Continue Reading Debunking the ‘Ecocide’ Narrative in West Papua — A Balanced Look at Deforestation, Palm Oil, and Indigenous Rights

Melting faster than ever, Indonesia’s little-known glacier may disappear by 2025

Tropical glacier in Papua is one of a handful left in the world Local tribe in the mountain range considers the glacier a sacred site JAKARTA: Indonesia’s little-known glacier may … Continue Reading Melting faster than ever, Indonesia’s little-known glacier may disappear by 2025

Ecotourism in West Papua: Promoting Tourism As Well As Conserving the Environment and Culture

Experience the exotic nature and cultural values of West Papua by taking an adventure of its ecotourism. Inhabited by more than 250 tribes, West Papua is rich in unexploited natural … Continue Reading Ecotourism in West Papua: Promoting Tourism As Well As Conserving the Environment and Culture

3 Things West Papuans Can Do To Face Climate Change as Part of Their Environmental Development in West Papua

(Meta description: As part of the 2015 Paris Climate Change, what can Indonesia do, since this is also related to the environmental development in West Papua? Check this out.) Climate … Continue Reading 3 Things West Papuans Can Do To Face Climate Change as Part of Their Environmental Development in West Papua

EcoNusa Foundation launched journalist fellowship on Forest issues in Papua

The EcoNusa Foundation has launched a program to help cover forest issues in Papua

Forest issues in Papua Jayapura (ANTARA) – The EcoNusa Foundation has launched a limited assistance program for journalists, freelance journalists, bloggers or vloggers to cover issues related to natural resources … Continue Reading The EcoNusa Foundation has launched a program to help cover forest issues in Papua