Strengthening Commitment to Sustainability through Knowledge Sharing
The Tropical Biomass Research Group at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Lampung reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable development by organizing an International Knowledge Sharing Seminar titled “Advancing Climate-Smart Agroforestry and Bioeconomy through Innovation, Technology, and International Cooperation.” Held at Room A1 of the Faculty of Agriculture and streamed online via Zoom, the event brought together participants from various regions and countries, promoting a global exchange of knowledge on sustainable forest management, biomass technology, and environmentally based economic opportunities.
Opening Remarks Emphasize International Collaboration
The seminar was officially opened by Dr. Kuswanta Futas Hidayat, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Lampung, who highlighted the importance of international collaboration in tackling climate change challenges, particularly through innovations in environmentally friendly forestry and agriculture. The session was moderated by Dr. Melya Riniarti and featured six distinguished speakers from Indonesia and South Korea, representing government institutions, academia, and the private sector.
Key Insights from Indonesian and Korean Experts
Key topics presented included the biomass potential in Lampung, forest management in coffee-growing regions, and commercialization strategies for technologies based on degraded forest resources in developing countries. Speakers included Prof. Dr. Agus Haryanto from the University of Lampung, Ir. Yanyan Ruchyansyah from the Lampung Provincial Forestry Office, and three senior researchers from the National Institute of Green Technology (NIGT), South Korea. Dr. Byung-il Jang from Green Idea Lab emphasized the role of market monitoring in connecting climate innovations with industrial applications.
Beyond academic enrichment, the seminar served as a valuable platform to strengthen networks among researchers, policymakers, and industry players from both countries. With an open discussion session, the event was warmly received by students, lecturers, and strategic partners in the fields of environment and forestry. It is hoped that this initiative will pave the way for the practical implementation of climate-smart forestry and agriculture, supporting a sustainable bioeconomy both locally and globally.
