Salju Abadi Indonesia Akan Punah

Summary

The video discusses the alarming decline of Indonesia's glaciers, particularly the Saba Peak, which has been rapidly melting due to global warming and climate change. The glacier's size and thickness have significantly decreased, with projections suggesting it could completely vanish by 2026. The narrative includes personal experiences from researchers who monitored the glaciers over the years, highlighting the impact of rising temperatures and changing weather patterns. This environmental crisis underscores the urgent need for awareness and action to combat climate change and protect critical ecosystems.

Takeaways

• 😀 The writer witnessed the deteriorating state of Indonesia's eternal ice in 2017, with visible signs of melting and thinning.
• 😀 By 2018, the writer joined a monitoring team with researchers from BMKG, observing significant shrinkage in the glaciers from the air.
• 😀 The glaciers in Indonesia's Saba peak are predicted to melt completely in 7 to 8 years from 2018, indicating rapid loss of the ice.
• 😀 The rate of ice loss is comparable to 10 football fields per year, highlighting the severity of the situation.
• 😀 Factors like El Nino, La Nina, and rising atmospheric temperatures are contributing to the accelerated melting of glaciers.
• 😀 The increasing altitude of the freezing point (0°C) in the atmosphere makes it harder for snow to form, accelerating glacier loss.
• 😀 The eternal snow and ice in Indonesia play a crucial role as Earth's thermometer and reflect sunlight, helping regulate the planet's temperature.
• 😀 The melting ice also threatens the preservation of ancient bacteria and viruses trapped in the ice for hundreds or even thousands of years.
• 😀 A 2022 monitoring trip by BMKG researchers confirmed the continued shrinking of the glaciers, with an estimated 50% reduction in size since 2018.
• 😀 Satellite data from April 2022 showed that the glacier size has decreased to around 0.23 square kilometers, with significant thinning observed.
• 😀 Experts predict that by 2026, Indonesia's eternal ice will be completely gone, leaving the region without its iconic snow-covered peak.

Q & A

What condition was Indonesia's 'Abadi Ice' in when it was observed in 2017?

In 2017, Indonesia's 'Abadi Ice' was in a very poor condition. The ice had cavities on every side, with some parts appearing very shallow. Several areas showed signs of disintegration, and the ice was shrinking rapidly. Water droplets were continuously forming at the edges, indicating ongoing melting.

What role did the meteorological team play in 2018 regarding the glacier?

In 2018, the meteorological team, along with researchers from the Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG), monitored the glacier from the air. They predicted that the 'Puncak Saba' ice in Indonesia would disappear within 7 to 8 years from 2018.

How much of Indonesia's 'Abadi Ice' is estimated to melt annually?

Each year, the ice's surface area and thickness shrink significantly. The amount of ice lost is equivalent to the size of 10 American football fields, as determined by satellite images from Sentinel Hub.

What climatic factors are contributing to the melting of Indonesia's 'Abadi Ice'?

The melting of the ice is worsened by both El Nino and La Nina, as well as the increasing temperature at the freezing point in the atmosphere. This higher temperature reduces the potential for snowfall that can replenish the ice at the summit.

When did the increase in the freezing point begin to noticeably affect the glacier?

The increase in the freezing point began around 1997 or the 2000s, making it harder for snow to form and thus contributing to the accelerated melting of the glacier.

What is the significance of the 'creosfer' in the context of the glacier?

The 'creosfer,' which refers to solidified water layers, functions similarly to ice in the polar regions. It acts as a thermometer for the Earth and reflects sunlight. Additionally, it traps and preserves various types of bacteria and viruses that could be dangerous, some of which have been dormant for hundreds or even thousands of years.

What did the BMKG research team observe in 2022 regarding the glacier's remaining ice?

In December 2022, the BMKG research team, accompanied by the speaker, monitored the glacier. They observed that even the remaining ice was difficult to examine closely. Satellite data from April 2022 revealed that the remaining ice area had decreased significantly, now covering only about 0.23 square kilometers compared to 0.46 square kilometers in 2018.

What was the observed rate of ice thickness reduction since 2010?

Since 2010, the ice thickness has reduced by about 23.5 meters, as measured by an instrument placed on the glacier.

What is predicted to happen to Indonesia's 'Abadi Ice' before 2026?

It is predicted that before 2026, Indonesia's 'Abadi Ice' will completely disappear, meaning that Indonesia will no longer have any 'eternal snow' or permanent glaciers.

What role does global warming play in the disappearance of the glacier?

Global warming and climate change are key factors contributing to the glacier's disappearance. The rising temperatures make it difficult for snow to form and replenish the glacier, leading to its rapid melting and eventual extinction.