Recovering The Sea Ecosystem, Coral Plantation Is Carried Out On The Morella Coast

JAKARTA - Preservation of marine ecosystems is an important key in maintaining the balance of nature and the source of life of coastal communities. One of the concrete steps is carried out through planting coral fragments on Letan Beach, Morella Village, Central Maluku Regency, which aims to restore coral reef conditions and support the sustainability of marine biota in the region.

The coastal area of Morella is known to have high biodiversity and is an important route for maritime activity in Central Maluku. In addition, the waters in this area also have great potential to be developed as marine conservation-based ecotourism areas.

Director of Risk Management of PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS) Eka Suhendra explained that marine environmental conservation is part of a shared responsibility in protecting Indonesia's natural resources.

"We are determined to serve the nation by distributing energy to all corners of the country, as well as preserving the environment that is the backbone of the lives of our children and grandchildren. Through this, we are committed to returning what we have taken from nature," said Eka, in his statement to VOI.

He added that coral planting in the coastal areas of Morella is not only an effort to rehabilitate marine ecosystems, but also a symbol of cross-sectoral collaboration to ensure that Indonesia's seas remain sustainable. According to him, maintaining marine sustainability is as important as supporting the economic activities of coastal communities.

This activity also involves the Seasoldier environmental community, which has been active in marine education and conservation. The collaboration emphasizes the importance of three main elements in the blue ecosystem (blue ecosystem): mangroves, seagrass, and coral reefs, which play a role in maintaining water quality and absorbing natural carbon.

Since 2024, various similar initiatives have been carried out in a number of parts of Indonesia, including planting tens of thousands of mangroves, seagrass, and coral fragments.

These efforts are expected to provide long-term ecological benefits as well as encourage public awareness to be more concerned about the sea as a source of life.

The planting of coral reefs in Morella is also expected to have a double impact, namely improving the underwater ecosystem and becoming a means of education for the community about the importance of keeping the sea productive and sustainable.