Management Strategies and Methods for Adaptation of Conservation Areas to Climate Change: A Technological Approach

Strategi dan Metode Pengelolaan untuk Adaptasi Kawasan Konservasi terhadap Perubahan Iklim: Pendekatan Teknologi

Abstract

Climate change poses a serious threat to the sustainability of approximately 27 million ha of conservation areas in Indonesia, driving rising temperatures, altered rainfall patterns, habitat degradation, and an increased risk of natural disasters. This article aims to comprehensively examine strategies and adaptive management methods for conservation areas by combining cutting-edge technological approaches with active community participation. The study employs a literature review methodology, analyzing reputable scientific publications and relevant empirical case studies. The findings indicate that integrating modern technologies—such as satellite-based monitoring, drones, IoT-based environmental sensors, and Geographic Information System (GIS) analysis—significantly enhances ecosystem monitoring effectiveness and accelerates the early detection of ecological threats. Meanwhile, participatory approaches—utilizing co-management models, incentives, and the integration of local wisdom—have successfully strengthened the socio-ecological adaptive capacity of these areas. The synergy between technological innovation and public participation proves to be the most effective strategy for responding to climate change dynamics, with inclusive policies and long-term funding serving as key factors for success.

Keywords: climate adaptation, conservation area, technology, community participation, Indonesia