Peatland Management Based on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)

Abstract

Abstract Most people in Indonesia utilize and cultivate peatlands based on their unwise habits. They clear the peatlands by burning to be planted. If this condition is left alone, it certainly will threaten the existence and sustainability of peatland ecosystems in the future. Therefore, a breakthrough is needed to solve this problem by actively involving all interested parties. In the context of peatland maintenance specifically and environmental preservation efforts in general, the development of peat forests into peat arboretum is very important. Especially if the existence of this peat arboretum can be used as a educational facility managed by the community by applying the concept of education for sustainable development (ESD). Peatland management through the ESD-based Peat Arboretum can be a model in an effort to encourage people to be constructive and creative in facing the challenges of global warming. Moreover, this effort is also expected to create a resilient community in the sustainable management of peatlands.