Environmental Governance in Indonesia

This book provides an overview of environmental governance research and practices in Indonesia, engaging with existing theories and frameworks to address the challenges of governing complex and systemic natural, social, and governance systems in a fair and equitable manner. It incorporates empirical knowledge from local contexts to identify research gaps and suggest future directions for environmental governance research in Indonesia.

Format: Hardback
Length: 513 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This open-access book presents the state-of-the-art environmental governance research and practices in Indonesia. It offers a wide scope, covering different sectors (e.g., forestry, mining) and geographical landscapes (e.g., inland and coastal areas). This book engages with existing theories and frameworks, including Earth System Governance, Adaptive and Interactive Governance, among others, to trigger a debate regarding the operationalization of such concepts, which are mostly developed for the Global North context. It is also our ambition to incorporate more empirical knowledge from local contexts to indicate research gaps and future directions for the environmental governance research agenda to be more diverse, inclusive, and facilitate the incorporation of inter- and transdisciplinary knowledge. This book will be useful for researchers, students, practitioners, and policymakers who are interested in the field of environmental governance, especially in Indonesia.

Indonesia is one of the countries with the fastest-growing economies in Asia. Indonesia is rich in natural resources but also suffers from overexploitation and environmental threats exacerbated by climate and human pressures. Along with the growing global ambitions for achieving sustainable development and capacity to adapt to current and future threats, including climate change impacts and disaster risk, Indonesia's commitments to balance development while safeguarding a good environmental status are also increasing. The challenge is on how to govern complex and systemic natural, social, and governance systems while adhering to the principle of equity and justice? As it will require more than traditional hierarchical modes of governance and current regulatory instruments (i.e., law and regulations).

This is an important book for researchers, students, practitioners, and policymakers who are interested in the field of environmental governance, especially in Indonesia. It provides a comprehensive overview of the current state of environmental governance in Indonesia and offers insights into the challenges and opportunities for improving environmental governance in the country. The book also highlights the importance of incorporating inter- and transdisciplinary knowledge into environmental governance research and practice to address the complex and interconnected nature of environmental issues.

The book is organized into five chapters, each covering a different aspect of environmental governance in Indonesia. Chapter 1 provides an introduction to the country's environmental challenges and governance systems. Chapter 2 explores the role of the government in environmental governance, including its policies, regulations, and institutions. Chapter 3 examines the role of civil society. Society and non-governmental organizations in environmental governance, including their contributions to policy development, implementation, and monitoring. Chapter 4 discusses the challenges and opportunities for sustainable development in Indonesia, including the role of the private sector and the need for more effective environmental regulation. Chapter 5 concludes the book by discussing the future directions for environmental governance research and practice in Indonesia.

Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the state-of-the-art environmental governance research and practices in Indonesia. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the current challenges and opportunities for improving environmental governance in the country and offers insights into the role of different stakeholders in achieving sustainable development. The book is also a useful tool for policymakers and practitioners who are working to develop and implement effective environmental policies and practices in Indonesia.

Weight: 951g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031159039
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023