Profil Kandidat Emas PROPER 2024: PT. Pertamina Patra Niaga - Aviation Fuel Terminal Minangkabau

Summary

This collaborative conservation project, involving PT Pertamina Patra Niaga, Universitas Andalas, and local community groups, focuses on turtle conservation, eco-volunteering, and sustainable economic development. By integrating innovative technologies for turtle hatchling monitoring and promoting mangrove restoration, the initiative empowers local communities, particularly women, through eco-tourism and the production of unique local products. It also emphasizes zero-waste management and sustainable practices, fostering both environmental protection and economic growth. This initiative aims to create lasting positive impacts on the coastal community and the preservation of natural ecosystems.

Takeaways

• 😀 Innovative technology is being used to accelerate sea turtle egg hatching, ensuring better survival rates by controlling temperature and humidity.
• 😀 A mobile application is developed for local communities to monitor sea turtle eggs, reducing travel costs and streamlining the conservation process.
• 😀 The concept of ecovolunteering has been introduced on Bando Island, linking conservation efforts with tourism to create long-term economic benefits for the region.
• 😀 Community involvement is key, with local women being empowered to participate in activities like making traditional foods and producing eco-friendly products.
• 😀 Products like Nipah fruit ice cream, Jeruju leaf chips, and F fruit oil have been developed, providing economic opportunities and showcasing local resources.
• 😀 Waste management is a focus, with the introduction of a zero-waste concept to ensure the cleanliness of conservation areas and surrounding regions.
• 😀 PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has played a crucial role in supporting conservation efforts through partnerships with local organizations and universities.
• 😀 The collaboration between local organizations and universities has resulted in the development of a community-based conservation system integrated with advanced technology.
• 😀 Eco-tourism is seen as a potential driver for the local economy, bringing attention to the region’s natural beauty while promoting sustainable practices.
• 😀 These conservation initiatives are helping improve the local economy by creating job opportunities, promoting sustainable products, and ensuring the long-term preservation of the environment.

Q & A

What is PT Pertamina Patra Niaga's role in the Minangkabau International Airport project?

PT Pertamina Patra Niaga is responsible for the reception, storage, and distribution of aviation fuel (aptur) at Minangkabau International Airport in Padang.

How does the collaboration between PT Pertamina Patra Niaga and local institutions contribute to conservation efforts?

The collaboration, involving PT Pertamina Patra Niaga, Andalas University, and Loka Conservation, develops an innovative system for community empowerment based on conservation, including a turtle egg incubation project.

What is the main innovation introduced in the conservation efforts at the Minangkabau area?

The main innovation is a system for monitoring and incubating turtle eggs, which adjusts temperature and humidity to improve the hatching process, thus enhancing conservation efforts for turtle species.

How does the system developed by the conservation group benefit the community?

The system, called 'Sirancak Ulakan,' enables the local community to easily monitor turtle egg hatching and reduces the costs of travel between the city and the island, promoting conservation with lower expenses.

What role does 'eco-volunteering' play in this conservation project?

Eco-volunteering on Bando Island involves local people contributing to conservation efforts, and this concept is designed to attract tourism, support the island's conservation, and improve the local economy.

What environmental conservation efforts are being made at Tiram Beach?

At Tiram Beach, the conservation group is developing mangrove nurseries and protecting local fruit-bearing plants, while also involving women from the coastal area in various economic activities.

How are women involved in the community's economic development?

Women from the coastal areas of Tiram Beach are involved in activities like cooking local dishes, which supports the local economy and integrates them into the conservation and tourism efforts.

What products have been developed from local resources in the region?

Local products such as Nipa palm ice cream, Jeruju leaf chips, and medicinal oil are made from the area’s natural resources, helping improve local economic opportunities.

What impact has the innovation had on the conservation of the Diau Bando area?

The innovations, particularly the turtle conservation and eco-volunteering initiatives, have improved the protection of the Diau Bando conservation area, enhancing both environmental preservation and local economic development.

How does the concept of Zero Waste contribute to the conservation efforts?

The Zero Waste concept, integrated into the conservation program, promotes proper waste management in the region, contributing to cleaner environments and sustainable tourism practices.