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Applying the blue economy on the Mampie coast: Geobag and mangrove solutions for abrasion

Alexander Kurniawan Sariyanto Putera , Isdaryanti Isdaryanti , Akbar Indrawan Saudi , Kamal Kamal , Ishaq Ishaq , Nurhalizah Nurhalizah , Muhammad Yusuf , Tiara Septia Mandrigau , Fatmawati Fatmawati

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November 3, 2025

Vol. 10 No. 10 (2025)
Pages 2013-2022

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Abstract

Coastal abrasion at Mampie Beach, West Sulawesi, poses a serious threat to community livelihoods and biodiversity. This community-based program aimed to implement Blue Economy principles by integrating eco-technology and mangrove adoption to mitigate abrasion while empowering the local community at Rumah Sahabat Penyu. The methods included the installation of 60 geobags, planting 300 Rhizophora mangrove seedlings, and training in mangrove-based soap making as a sustainable livelihood initiative. Evaluation results showed that 100% of the geobags remained intact and the mangrove survival rate reached 80% (though 20% were damaged by plastic debris, large wood, and human activities). Furthermore, 23 participants successfully learned the mangrove-based soap-making process, enhancing environmental awareness and economic resilience. This program confirms the effectiveness of combining eco-technology and community participation in coastal protection and sustainable livelihood development. Further monitoring is recommended to evaluate the long-term performance of geobags and mangrove survival during peak abrasion seasons.

Keywords

Blue economy; Community empowerment; Eco-friendly geobag; Mangrove adoption; Abrasion mitigation

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Published November 3, 2025
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Copyright Copyright (c) 2025 Alexander Kurniawan Sariyanto Putera, Isdaryanti Isdaryanti, Akbar Indrawan Saudi, Kamal Kamal, Ishaq Ishaq, Nurhalizah Nurhalizah, Muhammad Yusuf, Tiara Septia Mandrigau, Fatmawati Fatmawati
Keywords
  • Blue economy
  • Community empowerment
  • Eco-friendly geobag
  • Mangrove adoption
  • Abrasion mitigation