Net Gain Biodiversity: Ecological Legacy for Maluku and Indonesia

By: Hengki Hamino Net Gain Biodiversity (NGB) in Maluku embodies a proactive approach to sustainable development, aligning energy projects with conservation efforts to deliver measurable ecological and social benefits. By integrating biodiversity enhancement into project planning, Maluku commits to protecting marine ecosystems while advancing economic growth, coastal community welfare, and poverty reduction—turning development into a …

Strengthening Governance and Advancing the Blue Economy in Support of Sustainable and High-Value Fisheries

THE SEA THAT FEEDS, THE SEA THAT FADES Marine Protein and Global Fish Stock Status. The ocean plays a critical role in global food security, supplying over 17% of the world’s animal protein intake—a vital contribution to nutrition, particularly in coastal and island nations (FAO, 2024). However, this essential resource is under increasing pressure. According …