Future of North Bali<\/p>\n
We are responsible for writing a travel guidebook about eco-
\ntourism in Bali, the objective of which is to promote
\nenvironmentally and community-friendly, responsible tourism and
\nrestore the degraded image of Bali.<\/p>\n
The operation of power plant (PLTGU) in Pemaron, North Bali,
\nwill put the whole of Lovina Beach at an extremely high risk of
\ndamage to its unique natural habitat. Lovina Beach with its coral
\nreef, stretching until the Maritime National Park on Menjangan
\nIsland offers a living space for dolphins and for 3,500 marine
\nspecies. Therefore, it should be considered a natural
\nenvironment, which should be protected from any harmful
\ninfluences.<\/p>\n
We are very much concerned that the operation of this power
\nplant will destroy the beauty of the beaches and in particular
\nthe coral reef of Lovina.<\/p>\n
The local people are fearful and anxious about their future.
\nAre there any programs from the side of the government to take
\ncare of these people in case they lose their life resources? Who
\nwill be responsible for them and the coming generations?<\/p>\n
Just recently, the world was appalled by a disaster in Spain
\ncaused by a tanker accident. We honestly hope that a catastrophe
\nlike that never occurs in Bali. Are there any funds available for
\nthe ecological recovery of the area in case of a calamity?<\/p>\n
Nowadays many people talk about ecotourism as a new and highly
\nprofitable branch of income in tourism. Bali could, due to its
\nrelatively small size and natural beauty and resources, be an
\nexample to the world. If alternative renewable energy like solar
\npower, wind, waves, water, bio mass etc., is possible, why not at
\nleast consider building a power plant with better technology in
\nan appropriate location?<\/p>\n
It seems hard to comprehend why PT Indonesia Power is building
\na power plant in the north of Bali, operated with oil, which has
\nto be delivered from the east of Bali, to provide the south of
\nBali with electricity.<\/p>\n
ANNE GOUYON<\/p>\n
Editor-in-chief<\/p>\n
The Natural Guide<\/p>\n
www.naturalguide.org<\/p>\n
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