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Summary

This transcript discusses the ongoing issue of land fires in Indonesia, particularly focusing on peatlands. It highlights the devastating impact of fires in regions like Riau, Kalimantan, and Jambi, emphasizing that 99% of these fires are human-caused, often due to intentional burning for illegal logging or land clearing. The script also covers efforts to combat these fires, including the challenges of extinguishing flames in deep peatlands, and the role of local communities and authorities. Additionally, it proposes alternative agricultural solutions, such as cultivating environmentally-friendly crops like sago, to reduce dependence on palm oil and mitigate future fires.

Takeaways

• 😀 The total area of land burned nationwide, according to satellite data from SIPONGI, is 328,000 hectares, with 89% of it being peatland.
• 😀 The largest area of burned peatland is in Riau, with more than 40,000 hectares affected, followed by Central Kalimantan (24,000 hectares) and West Kalimantan (10,000 hectares).
• 😀 Jambi experienced a total of 11,800 hectares of burned land, with 1,800 hectares being peatland, contributing significantly to the 2019 haze problem.
• 😀 Peatlands are naturally wet environments, and it is extremely difficult to extinguish fires in these areas due to the deep layers of peat, some reaching depths of over 20 to 36 meters.
• 😀 The primary cause of fires is human activity, whether intentional or due to negligence, with 99% of fires traced back to human actions.
• 😀 Over 80% of burned land eventually turns into plantations, especially palm oil plantations.
• 😀 A combined task force has been actively working to extinguish remaining fire points, and new fire hotspots have been identified near illegal logging activities.
• 😀 Three individuals were apprehended for their involvement in setting new fire points, suspected of being linked to illegal logging operations.
• 😀 Local village heads acknowledge that a small group of 10-15 people in each village are often paid to start fires, pointing to an ongoing issue of deliberate land clearing for economic purposes.
• 😀 A proposed solution to prevent further burning includes paying people to avoid burning practices, offering alternative livelihood solutions to both communities and corporations.
• 😀 Alternative, environmentally friendly crops such as pineapples, dragon fruit, Liberica coffee, and sago are suggested as viable options to replace palm oil plantations, which could provide both ecological and economic benefits.

Q & A

What is the total area of land that has burned in Indonesia as of August 31st?

The total area of land that has burned in Indonesia, as of August 31st, is 328,000 hectares.

What percentage of the burned land is peatland?

Over 89% of the burned land is peatland.

Which province in Indonesia had the largest area of peatland burned?

Riau had the largest area of peatland burned, with over 40,000 hectares affected.

How much peatland was burned in Central Kalimantan and West Kalimantan?

Central Kalimantan had 24,000 hectares of peatland burned, while West Kalimantan had around 10,000 hectares burned.

What was the total area of burned land in Jambi, and how much of it was peatland?

The total area of burned land in Jambi was 11,800 hectares, of which a portion was peatland.

What challenges are associated with extinguishing fires in peatland areas?

The challenge in extinguishing fires in peatland areas is the depth of the peat, which can reach over 20 meters, making it difficult to suppress the fires effectively.

What is the main cause of fires in these areas, according to the observations?

According to observations, 99% of the fires are caused by human activities, whether intentional or due to negligence.

What economic activity often follows the land burning in these areas?

After the land is burned, over 80% of it is often converted into plantations, typically for crops like oil palm.

How many people were arrested for suspected involvement in illegal logging and land burning?

Three individuals were arrested for suspected illegal logging and setting fires, though around 15 other suspects managed to flee.

What is the proposed solution to prevent further land burning in these areas?

The proposed solution is to pay individuals to avoid burning land, as some villagers have admitted to being paid to start fires.

What alternative crops are being considered to replace oil palm cultivation in peatland areas?

Alternative crops being considered include pineapples, dragon fruit, vegetables, and long-term options like Liberica coffee, betel nut, and sago, which have ecological benefits and economic value.

What is the potential future of sago in Indonesia, according to the script?

Sago is seen as a promising future commodity in Indonesia, with the potential to be processed into sugar, which some experts believe is better than sugar made from corn.