Indonesia's Diverse Ecosystems: Exploring the Role of Forests and Biodiversity
The Importance of Indonesia's Biodiversity: The vital role of forests and ecosystems in sustaining life. Long-term research and funding opportunities for biodiversity studies.
00:00:00 The Importance of Indonesia's Biodiversity: Our dependence on land and agriculture as a vital source of food and livelihood, and the crucial role of forests as habitats for millions of species and providers of clean air and water.
🌍 The well-being of humanity is linked to the health of the planet, including its biodiversity.
🌱 Plants provide 80% of our food and are crucial for agriculture, economy, and development.
🌿 Forests cover 30% of the Earth's surface, support millions of species, and play a vital role in providing clean air and water, combating climate change.
00:01:05 Indonesia's biodiversity is rich due to its tropical climate and towering trees. Protecting forests and ecosystems is a key goal of sustainable development.
✨ Indonesia is known for its mega biodiversity.
🌳 The country's lush forests contribute to the abundant genetic diversity of plants, animals, and microorganisms.
🌏 Conserving and restoring ecosystems is a key part of Indonesia's commitment to sustainable development.
00:02:21 Long-term studies on Indonesia's biodiversity are conducted to benefit the nation. The national research and innovation agency has excellent researchers and research facilities in various regions.
🔍 Indonesia's national research and innovation organization, Brin, is dedicated to studying and researching biodiversity for the well-being of the nation.
🏢 Brin has various research facilities and activities, including analytical and quality laboratories, clinical and medical laboratories, and production and R&D laboratories.
🌿 Brin also has natural laboratories distributed in several areas dedicated to biodiversity research.
00:03:26 Explore the biodiversity of Indonesia through expedition and research across the country's botanical gardens. Sustainable funding is available for multidisciplinary studies and data collection.
🌿 Indonesia has multiple botanical gardens managed by the government and universities.
🌎 Indonesian researchers are continuously exploring the biodiversity across the country.
💰 There is funding available for multidisciplinary research to uncover and sustainably utilize the biodiversity.
00:04:30 Researching the coastal and ocean biodiversity is crucial for the well-being of humans. Protecting and utilizing biodiversity is a top priority.
🌊 Researching coastal oceans and seas.
🌱🐦🦠 Biodiversity is beneficial for human well-being as it involves plants, animals, and microorganisms.
🔬📚 Continuing research for the protection, conservation, and utilization of biodiversity.
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