An Environmental Ethics Perspective in Supervision Karst Management in Maros-Pangkep: Study Case the Roles of WALHI

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10.2991/978-2-38476-436-5_17How to use a DOI?

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Environmental Ethics; WALHI; Karst Management; Environmental Policy

Abstract

Environmental institutions are key components that play a crucial role in overcoming environmental problems. WALHI is one of the environmental NGOs that is developing in South Sulawesi. As a province with abundant natural resources, environmental problems occur in several areas, one of which is in the Maros-Pangkep karst area. Several points in this karst area are mining areas as well as national park areas, so that in determining government policies, they focus too much on empowering natural resources without considering the principle of sustainability of natural resources. So this study aims to analyzing the role of WALHI in managing the Maros Pangkep Karst from an environmental ethics perspective. This study uses a qualitative case study approach to examine the role of WALHI, a leading environmental non-governmental organization in Indonesia, in overseeing the management of the Maros Pangkep karst area. The findings of this study highlight the substantial impact of WALHI’s efforts in raising awareness of the importance of preserving the Maros Pangkep Karst among the community and government. The findings of this study indicate that although regulations have been established, supervision and law enforcement in the field are still weak. Many karst management regulations are not enforced properly due to limited resources or corruption, leading to ongoing damage to the karst ecosystem and threatening this vital natural resource. This research aims to improve future management policies and practices. By addressing the challenges and developing better strategies, we can help preserve the Maros Pangkep Karst and other karst areas for future generations. The findings may also serve as a model for other karst regions in Indonesia and Southeast Asia, supporting global environmental conservation efforts.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Sakinah Nadir
AU  - Ummi Suci Fathia Bailusy
AU  - Muhammad Imran
AU  - Andi Amirah Humairah Yakub
AU  - Srinovia N. Qalbi
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/07/01
TI  - An Environmental Ethics Perspective in Supervision Karst Management in Maros-Pangkep: Study Case the Roles of WALHI
BT  - Proceedings of the 9th International Conference on Indonesian Social and Political Enquiries (ICISPE 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 195
EP  - 205
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-436-5_17
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-436-5_17
ID  - Nadir2025
ER  -