Seribu Islands Regency Government Plants Mangroves and Releases Sea Turtles for Environment Day

The Seribu Islands Regency Government, through the Environmental Office, has undertaken environmental conservation actions by releasing 50 sea turtle hatchlings and planting 500 mangrove seedlings on Sabira Island, located in the North Seribu Islands District, to commemorate Environment Day.

“This conservation action is part of the 2026 Environment Day commemorations, which carry the theme ‘Time to Act for Climate’, following previous activities held on Tidung Island,” stated the Head of the Seribu Islands Environmental Office, Achmad Hariadi, in Jakarta on Saturday.

He noted that the release of the 50 hatchlings is an effort to preserve the hawksbill sea turtle, which is currently an endangered and protected species. Meanwhile, the planting of 500 mangrove seedlings serves as a concrete step towards climate change adaptation and a means to reduce the impact of coastal disasters, such as abrasion.

According to Hariadi, despite Sabira Island being the northernmost area and furthest from the Jakarta mainland, the local community’s environmental awareness remains very high, ensuring the island’s natural preservation. “Great changes begin with small steps. Let us work together to protect our seas, coasts, and habitats so they remain clean, healthy, and sustainable for future generations,” he added.

Furthermore, the Head of the Pollution and Environmental Damage Control Section, Sri Hayyu Alynda Heryati, mentioned that in addition to conservation activities, the office is also conducting environmental compliance monitoring for Solar Power Plant (PLTS) facilities. Additionally, verification processes are being carried out regarding the fulfilment of Technical Approvals for Domestic Wastewater Management Systems (SPALD) to enhance environmental management compliance. The office is also monitoring and evaluating ‘Sorting Houses’ to ensure consistency among residents in sorting waste at the source.