KnE Social Sciences
ISSN: 2518-668X
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Ecosystem Damage to Rivers and Seas in Papua due to Industrial Waste and Mining: An Environmental Study in Mimika Regency
Published date: Oct 29 2025
Journal Title: KnE Social Sciences
Issue title: The 8th Legal International Conference and Studies (LICS 2025): Integrating Climate Change and Biodiversity into National & International Legislation—Harmonizing Knowledge
Pages: 408 - 415
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Abstract:
Amidst rapid urbanization and land conversion in the Jabodetabek region, green open spaces such as city parks and urban forests play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and preserving biodiversity. This study aims to examine the potential, challenges, and conservation efforts for biodiversity in two urban green spaces: Srengseng Urban Forest and Suropati Park. Through a qualitative descriptive approach with case studies, it was found that both locations still function as habitats for various flora and fauna species and possess significant socio-educational value. However, threats such as habitat fragmentation, development pressure, pollution, and weak governance are major obstacles to biodiversity conservation. The lack of conservation integration in spatial planning, insufficient community participation, and low ecological literacy further exacerbate these conditions. Therefore, a holistic prevention strategy is needed through ecology-based green space planning, strengthening inter-agency coordination, environmental education, and collaboration with academics and local communities. This study emphasizes the importance of making parks and urban forests natural laboratories and centers for sustainable conservation amid the pressures of metropolitan urbanisation.
Keywords: biodiversity, ecological conservation green open space, urban
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