Many forest fires in Indonesia—particularly those that contribute to the poisonous haze that drifts across Southeast Asia every year—are exacerbated by the fact that they’re burning on peatlands. For the villagers in the area, a lack of adequate infrastructure means that their struggles continue even after the smoke clears.
Author Archives: Richaldo Hariandja
Richaldo has been a journalist since 2013 and spent 4.5 years at the Media Indonesia Daily Newspaper, writing about politics, science, environmental issues, design and entertainment. He is greatly concerned about environmental issues in Indonesia and has been a member of the Society of Indonesia Environmental Journalists since 2016.
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Battling Mass Organisations in Bogor
Mass organisations have a long history in Indonesia. But while they originally had a positive purpose, a case in the city of Bogor highlights how they can be used to breed intolerance.
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Indonesia’s Rampant Rubbish
Indonesia has long had an issue with problematic landfills. Now, confusion about how to manage these properly is only adding to the frustration felt by local authorities at the forefront of the country’s war on waste.
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The Disappointment of Indonesia’s Indigenous Community
Indigenous communities in Indonesia have long felt marginalised by the government after a string of unfulfilled electoral campaign promises. Now, ahead of the 2019 presidential election, they’re left wondering which candidate to support.
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Indonesia’s Struggle With (Halal) Plastic
Efforts are underway to get Indonesians to become more environmentally friendly and cut down the use of non-biodegradable plastics, even as businesses target Muslim consumers with halal-certified plastic products.
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