Peran Penting Karbon Biru dalam Mitigasi Perubahan Iklim di Wilayah Pesisir Indonesia

Abstract

The role of blue carbon in mitigating climate change in coastal Indonesia is very important because ecosystems such as mangrove forests, seagrass beds, and tidal marshes are not able to absorb and store carbon. In addition, these ecosystems support biodiversity, protect coastlines, and increase resilience to climate change. However, human activities, such as land conversion and development, threaten these ecosystems. Therefore, conservation and restoration are important to maintain carbon stocks and strengthen coastal resilience. Research shows that Indonesian mangroves have a carbon absorption capacity five times greater than tropical land forests. Mitigation efforts need a holistic approach that includes conservation and sustainable management. Using qualitative analysis methods through documents, this study recommends strategies to improve the preservation of blue carbon ecosystems, which can help achieve greenhouse gas emission reduction targets and increase coastal resilience to climate change impacts.