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2ⁿᵈ Indonesian Seas: Catalysts for Ocean Sustainability (ISCO) 2024: Conference, Workshop, and Certification

Navigating the Blue: Integrating Indonesia’s Oceans, Fisheries, and Ecotourism for Global Climate Change Action

Bale Sawala, Universitas Padjadjaran, Jatinangor, West Java, Indonesia | September 3-5, 2024

This activity was organized by the Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia in collaboration with The Accreditation Agency for Study Programmes in Engineering, Informatics, Natural Sciences and Mathematics (ASIIN e.V.) and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST). In addition, ICOS 2024 is a series of Dies Natalis – 19ᵗʰ FPIK UNPAD activities.

Background

Indonesia, renowned as the world’s largest archipelagic nation, consist of an extensive collection of 16,056 islands. With a coastline stretching beyond 95,180 kilometres, Indonesia ranks as the second largest globally, following Canada. Indonesia boasts unparalleled marine and coastal biodiversity within this intricate interplay of land and sea. It encompasses an estimated 108,000 kilometres of coastline, accounting for roughly 16 percent of the planet’s coral reefs, and providing habitat for more than 2,000 diverse reef fish species. The diverse marine tapestry of Indonesia is further enhanced by micro-fauna and mega-fauna. This intricate weave of marine ecosystem positioned Indonesia as a haven for marine wildlife for its profound natural heritage.
The Indonesian Seas emerge as dynamic catalysts propelling the trajectory towards future global ocean sustainability. In their multifaceted roles, the Indonesia seas assume a pivotal position in the pursuit of a harmonious coexistence between humanity and the oceans. The significant of Indonesia seas capacity in global ocean sustainability will resonate a transformative action on a global scale. The catalytic influence of the Indonesian Seas is evident in their remarkable ability to instigate change amidst the formidable challenges that pervade marine environments worldwide. These challenges span a spectrum from overfishing and plastic pollution to the degradation of coral reefs and the far-reaching impacts of climate change. Positioned at the forefront of these challenges, the Indonesian Seas as beacon innovative solutions and proactive interventions to safeguard their resilience and vitality. Moreover, The Indonesian Seas possess limitless potential for charting a course toward sustainable ocean stewardship. Within their diverse ecosystems and rich biodiversity lies a reservoir of scientific knowledge, invaluable for shaping conservation strategies and nurturing international collaboration. The resources derived from these seas sustain the livelihoods of millions through fishing, aquaculture, and burgeoning eco-tourism initiatives, solidifying their integral role within global economies.
The Indonesian Seas emerge as dynamic catalysts propelling the trajectory towards future global ocean sustainability. In their multifaceted roles, the Indonesia seas assume a pivotal position in the pursuit of a harmonious coexistence between humanity and the oceans. The significant of Indonesia seas capacity in global ocean sustainability will resonate a transformative action on a global scale. The catalytic influence of the Indonesian Seas is evident in their remarkable ability to instigate change amidst the formidable challenges that pervade marine environments worldwide. These challenges span a spectrum from overfishing and plastic pollution to the degradation of coral reefs and the far-reaching impacts of climate change. Positioned at the forefront of these challenges, the Indonesian Seas as beacon innovative solutions and proactive interventions to safeguard their resilience and vitality. Moreover, The Indonesian Seas possess limitless potential for charting a course toward sustainable ocean stewardship. Within their diverse ecosystems and rich biodiversity lies a reservoir of scientific knowledge, invaluable for shaping conservation strategies and nurturing international collaboration. The resources derived from these seas sustain the livelihoods of millions through fishing, aquaculture, and burgeoning eco-tourism initiatives, solidifying their integral role within global economies.

Scientific Field

  • Marine Science
    • Bioecology‐ecophysiology
    • Marine and coastal ecosystem
    • Marine and coastal ecosystem
    • Marine bio‐ecoregion
    • ITF studies
    • Upwelling
    • Fisheries oceanography
    • Physical and biogeochemical of upwelling processes
    • Coastal dynamics
    • Ocean‐atmosphere and climate change
    • Ocean communication
    • Marine geology
  • Marine Technology
    • Marine biotechnology
    • Marine instrumentation
    • Robotics and automation
    • Marine observation system (remote sensing, GIS, underwater acoustic) for spatial planning
    • Underwater seascape
    • Biomimicry-bioinspire
  • Fisheries
    • Fisheries Management in the Era of Climate Change
    • Sustainable Aquaculture Practices
  • Ecotourism and Society
    • Ecotourism Development for Marine Conservation
  • Marine Policy
    • Policy Frameworks for Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
  • Marine Resources and Environment
    • Marine fisheries
    • Mariculture
    • Marine harvesting system (incl. strategies and management) and post‐ harvest processing and industries
    • Coastal and marine adaptation and mitigation to climate changes
  • Marine Biotechnology