CELIOS has released a new study on strengthening restorative economies in villages as an alternative to the illusion of self-sufficiency. The study finds that 23,472 villages in Indonesia have high restorative potential, but 95.40% still show little initiative in advancing this agenda. Low awareness and engagement among village governments and communities have worsened environmental and economic problems caused by unchecked natural resource exploitation.

The study also identifies 14 provinces with the potential to lead the way in restorative economies by balancing economic growth with ecological protection. Commodities such as rubber, secondary food crops, and capture fisheries—if managed sustainably—could become key drivers of an economy that is fairer to people and more environmentally friendly.

However, serious gaps remain: 56.65% of villages lack access to natural springs, more than 14% border the sea, and 24.11% are located within or near forest areas. Without concrete action, ecosystem degradation will worsen, threatening access to clean water, food security, and the livelihoods of millions who depend on these natural resources.

CELIOS has released a study on strengthening restorative economies in villages as an alternative to the illusion of self-sufficiency. The research reveals that 23,472 villages across Indonesia hold high restorative potential, yet 95.40% show low initiative in advancing such agendas. This lack of awareness, coupled with weak government and community engagement, has worsened environmental and economic challenges caused by unchecked resource exploitation.

The study identifies 14 provinces that could pioneer restorative economic practices by balancing growth with ecological protection. Commodities such as rubber, secondary crops, and capture fisheries—if managed sustainably—could serve as key drivers for a restorative economy that benefits both people and the environment.

Alarming gaps remain, with 56.65% of villages lacking access to natural springs, over 14% bordering the sea, and 24.11% located within or near forests. Without urgent intervention, ecosystem degradation will deepen, threatening clean water access, food security, and the livelihoods of millions who rely on these natural resources.

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