KnE Social Sciences

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: 424 - 433

DOI: 10.18502/kss.v10i26.20022

Rita Purwantiritapurwanti123@gmail.comUniversitas Islam Sultan Agung (UNISSULA), Semarang

Land burning in Kalimantan is a serious environmental problem, especially during the dry season. Land burning in Kalimantan has become an annual issue that has serious impacts on the environment and public health. The impact of forest and land fires (karhutla) is also closely related to human rights violations, especially regarding the right to breathe safely and cleanly. Mitigation efforts require a comprehensive approach that includes strong law enforcement. Mitigation of forest and land fires (karhutla) requires an integrated approach that involves firm legal policies, synergy between government institutions, and active community participation. This article comprehensively discusses the applicable legal policy framework, synergy practices between government institutions, and the strategic role of the community in mitigating land fires, and provides recommendations for sustainable policies. The research was conducted through literature studies, regulatory analysis, and case studies of Central Kalimantan. The results show that integrated efforts involving all parties can significantly reduce the intensity of fires.

Keywords: community, forest fire management, government synergy, legal policy

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