Trenggalek Buat Gebrakan Baru di Sektor Bahari, Lakukan Konservasi Ekosistem Laut dengan Bioreeftek

Summary

The Trenggalek Regency government is committed to optimizing its green and blue economic potential, particularly in its southern coastal region. A key initiative is the Mutiara Underwater Festival and Conservation (MOVE ON), which focuses on coral reef restoration and marine conservation. Launched in 2023, the festival uses innovative techniques such as biioriftech to plant coral reefs and enhance marine habitats. These efforts are showing positive results, including the return of fish populations and the establishment of the Karang Tresno Marine Park. The initiative aims to boost marine tourism and sustainable fisheries, aligning with the region’s vision for a sustainable blue economy.

Takeaways

• 😀 Trenggalek Regency is committed to optimizing the green and blue economic potential of its southern coastal region.
• 😀 The 'Move On' event, short for Mutiara Underwater Festival and Conservation, is an annual event held in Trenggalek to support marine conservation.
• 😀 The main focus of the 'Move On' event is planting coral reefs using biioriftech, which involves coconut shells as fertilizers for coral growth.
• 😀 The biioriftech method used in the event involves coconut shells that decompose underwater, providing nutrients to coral shoots.
• 😀 The 'Love Istek' method, involving coconut shells in the shape of hearts, is a unique local variation of biioriftech used in coral planting.
• 😀 Other methods used in coral reef conservation include the ecofish house and the spider method, which involve bamboo or iron nets tied to coral reefs.
• 😀 Monitoring efforts have shown positive results, with coral reefs thriving and fish species, including some that had previously disappeared, returning.
• 😀 BMKP Treggal aims to establish a pearl diving center in the area, leveraging the growth of marine tourism and diving spots.
• 😀 The Trenggalek Regency has established the Karang Tresno Marine Park, covering 2 hectares, to promote eco-tourism and marine conservation.
• 😀 The government aims to create a sustainable, blue economy through marine tourism, benefiting both the local environment and economy, including improving fishing conditions for local fishermen.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the Trenggalek Regency Government's commitment?

The Trenggalek Regency Government is focused on optimizing the green and blue economic potential of the southern coastal region.

What event is being held in Trenggalek as part of this commitment?

The Trenggalek Regency Government is hosting the Mutiara Underwater Festival and Conservation (MOVE ON) in Tasik Madu Village, Watu District, to promote conservation and marine tourism.

How many years has MOVE ON been held, and when was it first launched?

MOVE ON was first launched in 2023, and this year marks the third edition of the event.

What methods are used in coral reef planting during the MOVE ON event?

The main method used for coral reef planting is biioriftech, which involves planting coral shoots or seeds on coconut shells that gradually decompose, providing fertilizer. Other methods include the ecofish house and spider methods using bamboo or iron nets.

What is the significance of the coconut shells used in coral reef planting?

Coconut shells are used as a medium for planting coral shoots or seeds. They act as fertilizer for the corals as they decompose over time.

How are the coral reef plantings being evaluated, and what have the results shown so far?

The coral reef plantings are evaluated through diving activities by local community monitoring groups. The results show good development of the planted coral reefs, with fish starting to return to the area, including species that had previously disappeared.

What is the goal of establishing the Karang Tresno Marine Park?

The goal of establishing the Karang Tresno Marine Park is to create a marine tourism spot, particularly for diving, and to further develop the region's blue economy.

How does the Trenggalek Regency Government aim to benefit the local economy through marine tourism?

By developing marine tourism, including diving opportunities, the government aims to create a multiplier effect that will benefit the local economy, particularly by supporting sustainable fishing practices and enhancing the fishing industry.

What is the role of research conducted by institutions like UIN Sunan Ampel in this initiative?

Research conducted by institutions such as UIN Sunan Ampel plays a critical role in studying the marine ecosystem at Mutiara Beach, contributing to better conservation efforts and understanding of the region's marine resources.

What are the broader economic goals of the Trenggalek Regency Government through these efforts?

The broader goal is to avoid extractive economics and focus on sustainable economic development, aligning with the Regency's RBCPD (Regional Blue and Green Economic Development Plan).