Turtle Release At The 2023 Carbon Digital Conference Becomes A Symbol Of Human, Natural, And Spiritual Balance

JAKARTA - In the context of caring for the environment, the Indonesia Carbon Trade Association (IDCTA) invited the Indonesian Mobile Ambassador to the Pacific (Roving Ambassador) Tantowi Yahya to release turtles on the sidelines of the 2023 Carbon Digital Conference.

According to Tantowi, one of the important moments discussed in this Turtle Release ceremony is a symbol of the harmony and balance between humans, nature, and the spiritual world.

"Memorizing the philosophy of Bali 'Trihitakarana'. By releasing turtles back to their natural habitat, conference participants pay attention to this value by strengthening their commitment to preserving the marine environment and ecosystem," said Tantowi at the Turtle Release Ceremony in Bali, Friday, November 10.

Turtle was chosen because it symbolizes a long life and balance through the concrete embodiment of the spiritual relationship between humans and nature.

"In the end, this ceremony not only protects the creatures of life, but also contributes to the ecological balance in our oceans in accordance with the principles of 'Parahiangan'," he said.

The concept of "Trihitakarara" taken also has a close connection with the thirteenth Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which emphasizes the balance between humans and nature, as well as the fourteenth goal that highlights the importance of marine ecosystem conservation.

"This inspiring moment reminds us all that humans, nature, and spirituality can develop in harmony as sea turtles show," he explained.

Tantowi thanks IDCTA for being committed to environmental conservation, and hopes that the Carbon Digital Conference can be held annually to realize a sustainable and harmonious future.

"Thank you for your never wavering commitment to environmental conservation, let's unite to release these magnificent creatures back into the arms of the sea, with hope and gratitude in our hearts," said Tantowi.