The Economic Value of Industrial Plantation Forest Loss Due To Peat Fires in Mesuji Subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir, Sout Sumatera, Indonesia

The Economic Value of Industrial Plantation Forest Loss Due To Peat Fires in Mesuji Subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir, Sout Sumatera, Indonesia | Research Square window.SnipcartSettings = { analytics: { enabled: false } }; (function() { var accessVector = localStorage.getItem('access_vector') || ''; window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; if (accessVector) { window.dataLayer.push({ user: { profile: { profileInfo: { snid: accessVector } } } }); } })(); (function(w,d,s,l,i){w[l]=w[l]||[];w[l].push({'gtm.start':new Date().getTime(),event:'gtm.js'});var f=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],j=d.createElement(s),dl=l!='dataLayer'?'&l='+l:'';j.async=true;j.src='https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtm.js?id='+i+dl;f.parentNode.insertBefore(j,f);})(window,document,'script','dataLayer','GTM-K279D39R'); Browse Preprints In Review Journals COVID-19 Preprints AJE Video Bytes Research Tools Research Promotion AJE Professional Editing AJE Rubriq About Preprint Platform In Review Editorial Policies Our Team Advisory Board Help Center Sign In Submit a Preprint Cite Share Download PDF Research Article The Economic Value of Industrial Plantation Forest Loss Due To Peat Fires in Mesuji Subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir, Sout Sumatera, Indonesia Tiara Grace, Prabu Kresna Putra, Azalea Eugenie, Agustan -, Rizki Amaliyah, and 5 more This is a preprint; it has not been peer reviewed by a journal. https://doi.org/ 10.21203/rs.3.rs-4872634/v1 This work is licensed under a CC BY 4.0 License Status: Posted Version 1 posted You are reading this latest preprint version Abstract South Sumatra has extensive peatlands, with a significant portion located in Ogan Komering Ilir Regency. Mesuji Subdistrict, part of Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, hosts Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF) where Acacia (Acacia magnum) serves as the primary forestry product. Calculating the economic value or benefits of the IPF in Mesuji Subdistrict is crucial because it represents the main source of income for the region. Since 2015, peatlands in Ogan Komering Ilir have been prone to forest fires, leading to economic losses in various sectors. Despite government rehabilitation efforts, forest fires have continued to occur annually up to 2023. This study is a qualitative analysis utilizing regional secondary data to calculate the economic value of forest fire losses in Mesuji Subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency. Economic losses due to forest fires in Mesuji Subdistrict include the loss of benefits from industrial plantation forests such as honey production, amounting to Rp. 2,262,000; timber production, amounting to Rp. 42,023,059,000,000; water cycle regulation, amounting to Rp. 90,412,140,000; and hydrological cycle regulation, amounting to Rp. 81,171,417,000. Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF) Economic Value Economic losses loss of benefits Figures Figure 1 1. INTRODUCTION South Sumatra is the province with the second-largest peat ecosystem area on Sumatra Island after Riau Province. Unfortunately, the peat ecosystem in South Sumatra is currently in need of comprehensive restoration efforts. Based on this condition, South Sumatra Province has been designated as one of the priority provinces for peat restoration. From the data on the peat ecosystem in South Sumatra Province, spread across 7 districts/cities, nearly half of it is located within the administrative area of Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, covering an area of 1.03 million hectares or 49.28% of the total peat ecosystem area in South Sumatra Province (OKI Regency Goverment , 2021) Mesuji Subdistrict is part of the area in Ogan Komering Ilir Regency that has an Industrial Plantation Forest covering 754 hectares managed by PT Bumi Mekar Hijau (Octavia Susilo et al, 2019). Mesuji Subdistrict is one of the subdistricts in Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, located about 96 km from the district capital. This subdistrict is located on the southeast side of the district capital, Ogan Komering Ilir (Kayuagung). It is situated at an altitude of approximately 40 meters above sea level and covers an area of 535.53 km². The population in Mesuji Subdistrict is 43,839 people, the majority of whom work as temporary workers, approximately 59%, with the rest being employees and entrepreneurs/traders (Statistic Agency Of Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, 2023) Natural resource valuation is the process of assessing and evaluating various aspects related to natural resources, such as their existence, availability, utilization, and their impact on the environment and society. This evaluation involves data collection, analysis, and assessment of the condition, potential, and value of natural resources with the aim of making informed decisions in their management (Suparmoko, 2006 and Suparmoko and Ratnaningsih, 2011) The climate and air temperature in Mesuji Subdistrict greatly influence soil temperature and the possibility of drought, which can lead to land fires. This research refers to the mid-year period when the temperature in South Sumatra is highest in May (35.80°C), based on data from the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency. According to the Drought Index Bulletin (DC) from the South Sumatra Climatology Station, the occurrence of the drought index during the period from January 1 to May 31, 2023, was recorded at 100%, resulting in forest fires ( OKI Regency Goverment 2021) Regional economic activities cover various sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, trade, transportation, services, and others. The largest contribution to the growth and economy of Mesuji Subdistrict in 2023 comes from the agricultural, forestry, and fisheries sectors, amounting to IDR 2,955,420,000 (two billion nine hundred fifty-five million four hundred twenty thousand rupiahs) (Statistika Agency of Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, 2023) Reasons for conducting research on the economic value of Industrial Plantation Forests: Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF) are forestry aspects that meet the needs of industrial raw materials, such as wood. Government Regulation No. 17 of 2017 concerning the Development of Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF), where industrial plantation forests aim to, among other things, improve the quality, productivity, and potential of production forest areas. Good management of Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF) will result in IPF with high economic value, improving the quality of socioeconomic life of communities, and enhancing ecosystem quality. Therefore, efforts to increase the total economic value of forests through IPF development can be realized to improve national economic performance and community welfare. (Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia No. 7/1990, 1990). In Figure 1 (Hari Priyadi, 2024), the bright green area on the map shows the area dedicated to Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF), while the white area shows the area of Mesuji Subdistrict. Other colors indicate different types of land use, such as agriculture, settlements, or other non-forest vegetation. The presence of rivers, prominently shown in blue, is also suggested. The scale of the map is 1:150,000, providing a detailed view of the region, allowing for precise analysis of land use and forest cover. The map reveals a mix of forested areas and cleared or cultivated land. The green regions represent forested areas, whereas other colors indicate different types of land use, such as agriculture, settlements, or other non-forest vegetation. 2. MATERIAL AND METHODS 2.1. Fundings This research did not receive any funding for conducting the research and data collection. It is a secondary research, utilizing data previously obtained in 2019 and supplemented by scientific articles, websites, and documents to access the necessary data related to the fire incident that occurred in mid-2023. 2.2. Data Collection Data collection is conducted by consulting various official sources. Specifically, data on wood production, rainfall, burned land area, honey production, and carbon emissions are meticulously gathered from peer-reviewed journals and scientific publications relevant to each field. These sources ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data, providing a robust foundation for analysis. 2.3. Data Analysis and Valuation Methods Data analysis involves Economic Valuation Calculation by identifying the functions of industrial plantation forests. The economic value is divided into several parameters, which are Wood, Honey, Water Cycle Regulator and Hydrology (Riissiyani et al, 2019) 2.3.1. Wood (K) The wood parameter represents the economic value of timber production from industrial plantation forests. It is a critical component of the local economy, providing raw materials for various industries. Forest fires can significantly impact this sector by destroying valuable timber resources, thereby causing substantial financial losses and affecting the livelihoods of those dependent on forestry activities. The wood parameter includes variables where only the last variable differs as it relates to operational costs per work pattern (costs of land clearing, seeds, planting, fertilizing, maintenance, harvesting, and transportation). The variables are detailed as follows: 2.3.1.1. How many cubic meters of wood were lost due to fire (K1) 2.3.1.2. The price of wood per cu.bic meter (K2) 2.3.1.3. The area of burned industrial plantation forest (K3) 2.3.1.4. The operational costs of the pure pattern (K4) 2.3.2. Honey (M) The honey parameter measures the economic value derived from honey production in industrial plantation forests. Honey is a valuable non-timber forest product that supports local economies and provides income for beekeepers. Forest fires can disrupt bee habitats and reduce honey yields, leading to economic losses for the communities involved in honey production. Honey production calculation involves several steps and variables to determine the amount of honey produced by a bee colony over a certain period: 2.3.2.1. How many liters of honey are produced per hectare (M1) 2.3.2.2. The price of honey per liter (M2) 2.3.2.3. The area of burned industrial plantation forest (M3) 2.3.3. Water Cycle Regulator (SK) The water cycle regulator parameter assesses the role of forests in maintaining the hydrological balance. Forests play a crucial role in regulating rainfall, groundwater recharge, and water purification. Forest fires can disrupt these functions, leading to changes in water availability and quality, which can have far-reaching consequences for agriculture, drinking water supplies, and overall ecosystem health. 2.3.3.1. The average rainfall in the industrial plantation forest before the fire (mm/year) (SK1) 2.3.3.2. The average rainfall in the industrial plantation forest after the fire (mm/year) (SK2) 2.3.3.3. The recovery time of the industrial plantation forest (years) (SK3) 2.3.3.4. The price of water per cubic meter (Rp/m 3 ) (SK4) 2.3.3.5. The area of burned industrial plantation forest (m²) (SK5) 2.3.4. Hydrology (H) The hydrology parameter evaluates the impact of forest fires on carbon storage and emissions. Peatlands and forests are significant carbon sinks, storing large amounts of carbon and helping mitigate climate change. When these areas burn, stored carbon is released into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. The economic value of this parameter includes the costs associated with increased carbon emissions and the loss of carbon sequestration capacity. 2.3.4.1. The amount of carbon released (ton/m³) (H1) 2.3.4.2. The price of carbon per ton (Rp/ton) (H2) 2.3.4.3. The volume of peat in the burned industrial plantation forest (m³) (H3) Based on the identification of the functions or benefits of Industrial Plantation Forests, the process of calculating the economic value of the benefits lost due to peatland fires in Mesuji Subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, uses the following formulas: 𝑀 = 𝑀 1 × 𝑀 2 × 𝑀 3 (1) 𝐾 = 𝐾 1 × 𝐾 2 × 𝐾 3 (2) 𝑆𝐻 = 𝑆𝐻 1 × 𝑆𝐻 2 × 𝑆𝐻 3 (3) 𝐻 = 𝐻 1 × 𝐻 2 × 𝐻 3 (4) Data is sourced from government statistical agencies such as the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS), the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), and the Ministry of Environment and Forestry (KLHK), among others. 2.3.5. Rationale: The rationale for using secondary data is due to the lack of funding for conducting primary surveys related to this research topic. To simplify the analysis calculations, the formulas are straightforward and tailored specifically to studies related to forest and land fires in Mesuji Subdistrict, located in Ogan Komering Ilir Regency. The data availability is slightly adjusted to fit the needs of the analysis, focusing solely on the economic value of industrial plantation forests covering an area of 754 hectares. 3. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION The development of Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF)has three main objectives that can be achieved, namely economic, ecological, and social targets. Based on these objectives, the development of IPF must positively influence the economic, social, and environmental aspects of the communities surrounding the IPF area. To realize the development of IPF, many parties are involved, one of which is the community, specifically those residing around the forest area. The involvement and participation of the surrounding community, both in providing material and non-material support, as well as cooperating with other involved parties, can facilitate and expedite the implementation of IPF development. Therefore, the communities around the forest area will undoubtedly be affected by IPF development both socially and economically. Socio-economic life refers to everything that describes an individual's status or position within a community group, determined by the type of economic activity, education, and income. Several factors can determine the socio-economic status of people in the community, including education level, type of employment, income level, living environment conditions, wealth ownership, and participation in community group activities. In this context, the discussion is limited to four determining factors: education level, income, wealth ownership, and type of employment (Siti Sarah et al, 2023) The potential in the acacia wood industrial plantation sector is highly profitable, and the available land is still quite extensive. Therefore, the government has implemented policies to encourage the expansion of acacia wood industrial plantations in Indonesia, namely through licensing for the utilization of forest areas for investors who will cultivate forest plants, especially acacia wood industrial plants (Ridwan Fauzi, 2019). One of the provinces in Indonesia that has developed acacia wood industrial plantations is South Sumatra.[Sugeng, Bambang] Currently, the development of acacia wood industrial plantations located along the eastern coast of one of the regencies in South Sumatra Province, namely Ogan Komering Ilir (OKI) Regency, is aimed at rehabilitating forests that are beginning to deteriorate and experience deforestation. Furthermore, forest fires occurring from year to year have led to subsidence (rapid peatland subsidence), decreased water levels, and unproductive areas.(Nabila Muhammmad, 2023) Industrial Plantation Forest is a managed and cultivated forest based on the principles of sustainability, benefit, and corporate principles. Its purpose is to enhance the potential and quality of production forests by applying intensive silviculture to meet the raw material needs of the forest industry (According to the Ministry of Enviroment and Forestry, 2019) The Mesuji Industrial Plantation Forest is directly adjacent to Lampung Province, where the entire forest area is under the management of the Industrial Plantation Forest Company, PT Bumi Mekar Hijau, a subsidiary of the Sinar Mas Group. The majority of this area is no longer dominated by natural forests and consists mainly of secondary peat swamp forests covering an area of 754 hectares (considered as the burned IPF area). 3.3. Data Analysis and Interpretation The data related to the value of benefits from Industrial Plantation Forests are as follows: Table 1. IPF as Honey Producer Honey Producer (kilogram/hectare) Honey Price (rupiah) The Area of IPF that is Burned (hectare) 30 100.000 754 Source: (Wahyunto et al, 2005)(Horwood et al, 2010)(Octavia Susilo et al, 2019). Table above shows the honey production per hectare in the Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF) and the price of honey per kilogram. With a burned IPF area of 754 hectares, there is a significant potential loss in honey production, directly impacting the income of communities involved in beekeeping activities in the area. Table 2 .Mesuji Regency Wood Production (WP) in 2023 Wood Types WP in South Sumatera (kg) WP In Mesuji Regency (kg) Roundwood 10.180.355,00 24.464,00 Sawn Timer 23.897,92 57.428,00 Plawood 14.804,00 35.575,00 Total wood Production 111.467 Source: (Arnanto et al, 2023)( Al-GhaniAl et al, 2017) This table lists the production of various types of wood in South Sumatra and specifically in Mesuji Regency. The types of wood produced include roundwood, sawn timber, and plywood. The total wood production in Mesuji Regency is 111,467 kilograms, highlighting the significant contribution of IPF to the local wood industry. Table 3. IPF as Wood Producer. Wood Producer (kg) Wood Price (Rp/kg) 111.467 50.000 Souce :(Anjasari et al, 2009)(Octavia et al, 2019). Table 3 outlines the total wood production from the IPF and the price of wood per kilogram. With a total production of 111,467 kilograms and a price of Rp. 50,000 per kilogram, the IPF provides a substantial economic contribution to the wood industry. Table 4.IPF as Water Cycle Regulator Average Rainfall Before the IPF was burned (mm) Average Rainfall After IPF was burned (mm) Duration of Peatland Recovery (year) 300 100 1 Source :(Meteorology,Climatology and Geophisical, 2023)(Risnandar, 2015) Table 4 shows the change in average rainfall before and after the IPF was burned. The significant decrease in rainfall from 300 mm to 100 mm illustrates the impact of fires on the water cycle regulation function of the peatland. The estimated recovery period to restore the peatland to its original condition is one year. Table 5 IPF as a Hydrology Cycle Amount of Released Carbon (ton) Carbon Price (rupiah) 427,2 252.000 Soource :(CNN Indonesia, 2020)( Bauhus J et all, 2010)(Edwin Martin et al, 2010) Table 5 lists the amount of carbon released due to the fires in the IPF area and the price of carbon per ton. The release of 427.2 tons of carbon with a price of Rp. 252,000 per ton indicates significant economic and environmental losses due to forest fires. 3.4. Context and Interpretation of Numerical Results The value of the benefits of the Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF) in Mesuji District is significant and can be categorized into several key areas: honey production, wood production, water cycle regulation, and hydro logical cycle maintenance. Here’s a detailed interpretation of each benefit and the practical implications of their loss due to forest fires: 3.2.1 IPF as Honey Producer The IPF concession area is highly suitable for honeybee cultivation due to the presence of Acacia crassicarpa trees, which thrive in peatland and provide nectar for bees, particularly the Apis mellifera species that produce acacia honey. This honey production is not only an economic activity but also supports community involvement in peat conservation Calculation of Loss: · Honey Production per Hectare (H1): 30 kg · Honey Price per kg (H2): Rp. 100,000 · Area of Burnt IPF (H3): 754 ha · Total Loss: 30 kg/ha × Rp. 100,000/kg × 754 ha = Rp. 2,262,000,000 The loss of honey for supplying raw materials for the forestry industry, particularly acacia wood, which is in high demand production due to forest fires represents a significant economic setback for local communities involved in beekeeping. This also impacts the conservation efforts as reduced honey production might lead to lesser community engagement in peatland conservation activities. 3.2.2. IPF as Wood Producer (K) The IPF area is crucial for paper production Calculation of Loss: · Wood Production per Hectare (K1): 111,467 kg · Wood Price per kg (K2): Rp. 500 · Area of Burnt IPF (K3): 754 ha · Total Loss: 111,467 kg/ha × Rp. 500/kg × 754 ha = Rp. 42,023,059,000 The substantial economic loss from wood production highlights the dependency of local industries on the IPF.This loss also affects the employment and income of local communities engaged in forestry and wood processing. 3.2.3. IPF as Water Cycle Regulator (SK) Forests regulate the water cycle and prevent soil erosion. The past fire incidents have disrupted the peat ecosystem, impacting local livelihoods and requiring extensive restoration efforts . Calculation of Loss: · Average Rainfall Before Burning (SK1): 300 mm/year · Average Rainfall After Burning (SK2): 100 mm/year · Recovery Period (SK3): 1 year · Price of Water per m³ (SK4): Rp. 3,997 · Area of Burnt IPF (SK5): 754 ha · Total Loss: 300 mm × 100 mm × 1 year × Rp. 3,997/m³ × 754 ha = Rp. 90,412,140,000 The loss in water regulation capacity can lead to increased soil erosion and decreased water availability, affecting agriculture and local water supply. The financial loss underscores the need for effective forest management and fire prevention strategies. 3.2.4. IPF as Hydrological Cycle (HC) The hydrological cycle in forests is closely linked to carbon sequestration and flood prevention. Burnt IPF areas result in significant carbon release and potential flooding issues Calculation of Loss: · Carbon Released per Hectare (HC1): 427.2 ton · Carbon Price per ton (HC2): Rp. 299,721.12 · Area of Burnt IPF (HC3): 754 ha · Total Loss: 427.2 ton/ha × Rp. 299,721.12/ton × 754 ha = Rp. 96,542,810,298 The release of carbon contributes to increased greenhouse gas emissions, exacerbating climate change. The loss of hydrological function can lead to more severe and frequent flooding, affecting both local ecosystems and communities. 3.2.5. Practical Implications and Relevance: The significant financial losses in honey production, wood production, water regulation, and hydrological cycle functions underscore the critical importance of the IPF in Mesuji District. These losses highlight the urgent need for comprehensive forest management and fire prevention strategies to safeguard these economic and ecological benefits. Effective restoration and conservation efforts are essential to mitigate the impact of forest fires and ensure the sustainable use of IPF resources for the future. Table 6 Total Losses Due to Peatland Fire in Industrial Plantation Forest Area Benefit/Fuction Losses (in rupiah ) IPF as honey producer 2.262.000 IPF as wood producer 42.023.059.000.000 IPF as water cycle regulator 90.412.140.000 IPF as hydrological cycle regulate 96.542.810.297,856 Total Losses in IPF Area 42.113.604.072.298 Table 6 presents data on the total losses due to peatland fires in the Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF) area, measured in rupiah. Below is a detailed explanation of each category of loss and how the data should be interpreted: Loss of Honey Production: RP. 2,262,000 from the IPF area due to peatland fires. Bees that typically use the area for honey production lose their habitat, leading to a decrease in honey production. The Largest Loss: RP. 42,023,059,000,000 from the loss of wood production. The burned IPF area results in a significant loss of trees that could have been harvested and sold for various industrial purposes, such as paper production, furniture, and other wood products. IPF as a Water Cycle Regulator: RP. 90,412,140,000. This loss encompasses the negative impact on the ecosystem function of IPF in regulating the water cycle. Peatland fires disrupt the area's ability to maintain water balance, which can affect water availability for irrigation, consumption, and other needs. IPF as a Hydro logical Cycle Regulator: RP. 96,542,810,297,866. This loss affects the peatland's role in water regulation and absorption. Total Loss in the IPF Area: RP. 42,113,604,072,298, highlighting the massive economic impact of peatland fires in the IPF area, covering various lost or disrupted ecosystem functions. The amounts of rupiah spent on corporate social responsibility by companies serve as an excuse to show the company's concern for the community and the environment, but on the other hand, it indicates that this disaster continues to recur repeatedly. The development process with the concept of sustainable development, which does not want to sacrifice the next generation, is also being neglected. (Sri Rahayu et al, 2021) This study only analyses and calculates the impact of forest fires on production and does not discuss other impacts related to social aspects or other losses as examined in studies by other researchers, due to the lack of research funding. However, this study sufficiently illustrates the production losses of IPF in Mesuji Subdistrict, prompting the local government to implement more effective forest fire. The benefits of this research are: · Economic and Social Understanding This study provides a clear overview of the economic value of Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF) in Mesuji Subdistrict, which serves as the main source of income for the region. By understanding this economic value, local communities and the government can better comprehend the extent of IPF's contribution to the regional economy. · Planning and Policy Making The data obtained from this research can be utilized by the government and relevant institutions to plan more effective forest fire prevention and mitigation measures. This is crucial given that forest fires have caused significant economic losses annually. · Environmental Conservation By understanding the economic losses caused by forest fires, the government and communities will be more encouraged to undertake conservation and rehabilitation efforts for peatlands. This can also help in reducing the frequency and impact of forest fires in the future. · Community Awareness This study also serves as an educational tool for the local community about the importance of preserving forests and peatlands. This awareness can foster active community participation in forest fire prevention efforts. · Support for Rehabilitation Programs The results of this study can be used to support ongoing government rehabilitation programs. With accurate data on the economic losses caused by forest fires, rehabilitation programs can be adjusted to be more effective and targeted. Overall, this research not only provides crucial information on the economic value of industrial plantation forests in Mesuji Subdistrict but also lays a strong foundation for sustainable protection, management, and restoration efforts of peatlands. Future research should be conducted in collaboration with other government agencies to secure adequate funding. This would allow the research to include an analysis of the impacts of forest fires from various aspects, including social, economic, and environmental. The use of more in-depth research methods, such as longitudinal studies or spatial analysis, is highly recommended. 4. CONCLUSIONS The biggest loss due to the burning of peatland in the Industrial Plantation Forest area of Mesuji District is the loss of wood production amounting to Rp. 42,113,604,072,298. Therefore, efforts are needed to restore peatland in order to restore the value, function, and benefits of the peatland ecosystem. Deeper Economic Losses: The study can delve deeper into the economic losses experienced by industrial plantation forests as a result of peatland fires. This includes a detailed analysis of the loss of income from wood and honey production and its impact on related industries Declarations Fundings This research did not receive any funding for conducting the research and data collection. It is a secondary research, utilizing data previously obtained in 2019 and supplemented by scientific articles, websites, and documents to access the necessary data related to the fire incident that occurred in mid-2023. Author Contribution TG : Writing – review & editing, Writing – original draft, Methodology, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Conceptualization. PK : Writing – review & editing, Writing – original draft, Supervision, Investigation, ValidationAE: Writing – review & editing, Writing – original draft. A ( Agustan): Validation, Visualization, Data Curation. RA: Visualization, Data Curation. EA: Visualization, Data Curation. A(Anisah) : Economic valuation calculation, Visualization, Data CurationHP : The Creation of the Mesuji Subdistrict Map, Visualization, Data Curation. DF : Formal Analisis , Visualization, Data CurationIFC: Visualization, Data Curation. {Tiara Grace: Writing – review & editing, Writing – original draft, Methodology, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Conceptualization. Prabu Kresna : Writing – review & editing, Writing – original draft, Supervision, Investigation, Validation.Azalea Eugenie: Writing – review & editing, Writing – original draft. Agustan: Validation, Visualization, Data Curation.Evie Avianti: Visualization, Data Curation. Anisah :Economic valuation calculation , Visualization, Data CurationHari Priyadi : The Creation of the Mesuji Subdistrict Map, Visualization, Data Curation. Doni Fernando : Formal Analisys , Visualization, Data Curation. Rizki Amaliyah: Visualization, Data Curation. Ilvi Fauziyah Cahyaningtiyas: Visualization, Data Curation.} ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Thank you to the Director of the Center for Regional Development Technology - BPPT, the NRA PTPSW-BPPT Team, the Hydro-Meteorological Spatial Research Group NRA. 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INTRODUCTION","content":"\u003cp\u003eSouth Sumatra is the province with the second-largest peat ecosystem area on Sumatra Island after Riau Province. Unfortunately, the peat ecosystem in South Sumatra is currently in need of comprehensive restoration efforts. Based on this condition, South Sumatra Province has been designated as one of the priority provinces for peat restoration.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the data on the peat ecosystem in South Sumatra Province, spread across 7 districts/cities, nearly half of it is located within the administrative area of Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, covering an area of 1.03 million hectares or 49.28% of the total peat ecosystem area in South Sumatra Province (OKI Regency Goverment , 2021)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMesuji Subdistrict is part of the area in Ogan Komering Ilir Regency that has an Industrial Plantation Forest covering 754 hectares managed by PT Bumi Mekar Hijau (Octavia Susilo et al, 2019).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMesuji Subdistrict is one of the subdistricts in Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, located about 96 km from the district capital. This subdistrict is located on the southeast side of the district\u0026nbsp;capital,\u0026nbsp;Ogan\u0026nbsp;Komering\u0026nbsp;Ilir\u0026nbsp;(Kayuagung).\u0026nbsp;It\u0026nbsp;is situated\u0026nbsp;at\u0026nbsp;an\u0026nbsp;altitude\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;approximately 40 meters above sea level and covers an area of 535.53 km\u0026sup2;. The population in Mesuji Subdistrict\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;43,839\u0026nbsp;people,\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;majority\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;whom\u0026nbsp;work\u0026nbsp;as\u0026nbsp;temporary\u0026nbsp;workers,\u0026nbsp;approximately 59%, with the rest being employees and entrepreneurs/traders (Statistic Agency Of Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, 2023)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural resource valuation is the process of assessing and evaluating various aspects related to natural resources, such as their existence, availability, utilization, and their impact on the environment and society. This evaluation involves data collection, analysis, and assessment of the condition, potential, and value of natural resources with the aim of making informed\u0026nbsp;decisions\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;their\u0026nbsp;management\u0026nbsp;(Suparmoko,\u0026nbsp;2006\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;Suparmoko\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;Ratnaningsih, 2011)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe climate and air temperature in Mesuji Subdistrict greatly influence soil temperature and the possibility of drought, which can lead to land fires. This research refers to the mid-year period when the temperature in South Sumatra is highest in May (35.80\u0026deg;C), based on data from the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency. According to the Drought Index Bulletin (DC) from the South Sumatra Climatology Station, the occurrence of the drought index during the period from January 1 to May 31, 2023, was recorded at 100%, resulting in forest fires ( OKI Regency Goverment 2021)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegional economic activities cover various sectors, including agriculture, manufacturing, trade, transportation, services, and others. The largest contribution to the growth and economy of Mesuji Subdistrict in 2023 comes from the agricultural, forestry, and fisheries sectors, amounting to IDR 2,955,420,000 (two billion nine hundred fifty-five million four hundred twenty thousand rupiahs) (Statistika Agency of Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, 2023)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReasons\u0026nbsp;for\u0026nbsp;conducting\u0026nbsp;research\u0026nbsp;on\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;economic value\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Industrial\u0026nbsp;Plantation Forests:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eIndustrial Plantation Forests (IPF) are forestry aspects that meet the needs of industrial raw materials, such as wood. Government Regulation No. 17 of 2017 concerning\u0026nbsp;the Development\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Industrial\u0026nbsp;Plantation\u0026nbsp;Forests\u0026nbsp;(IPF),\u0026nbsp;where\u0026nbsp;industrial plantation\u0026nbsp;forests\u0026nbsp;aim\u0026nbsp;to,\u0026nbsp;among\u0026nbsp;other\u0026nbsp;things,\u0026nbsp;improve\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;quality,\u0026nbsp;productivity,\u0026nbsp;and potential of production forest areas.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGood management of Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF) will result in IPF with high economic value, improving the quality of socioeconomic life of communities, and enhancing ecosystem quality. Therefore, efforts to increase the total economic value of forests through IPF development can be realized to improve national economic performance and community welfare. (Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia No. 7/1990, 1990).\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Figure 1 (Hari Priyadi, 2024), the bright green area on the map shows the area dedicated to Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF), while the white area shows the area of Mesuji Subdistrict. Other colors indicate different types of land use, such as agriculture, settlements, or other non-forest vegetation. The presence of rivers, prominently shown in blue, is also suggested. The scale of the map is 1:150,000, providing a detailed view of the region, allowing for precise analysis of land use and forest cover. The map reveals a mix of forested areas and cleared or cultivated\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eland. The\u0026nbsp;green regions represent forested areas, whereas other\u0026nbsp;colors indicate different types of land use, such as agriculture, settlements, or other non-forest vegetation.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"2. MATERIAL AND METHODS","content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.1.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFundings\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis research did not receive any funding for conducting the research and data collection. It is a secondary research, utilizing data previously obtained in 2019 and supplemented by scientific articles, websites, and documents to access the necessary data related to the fire incident that occurred in mid-2023.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.2. Data Collection\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eData\u0026nbsp;collection\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;conducted\u0026nbsp;by\u0026nbsp;consulting\u0026nbsp;various\u0026nbsp;official\u0026nbsp;sources.\u0026nbsp;Specifically,\u0026nbsp;data\u0026nbsp;on wood production, rainfall, burned land area, honey production, and carbon emissions are meticulously\u0026nbsp;gathered\u0026nbsp;from\u0026nbsp;peer-reviewed\u0026nbsp;journals\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;scientific\u0026nbsp;publications\u0026nbsp;relevant\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;each field. These sources ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data, providing a robust foundation for analysis.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.3. Data Analysis and Valuation Methods\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eData analysis involves Economic Valuation Calculation by identifying the functions of industrial\u0026nbsp;plantation\u0026nbsp;forests.\u0026nbsp;The\u0026nbsp;economic\u0026nbsp;value\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;divided\u0026nbsp;into\u0026nbsp;several\u0026nbsp;parameters,\u0026nbsp;which\u0026nbsp;are Wood, Honey, Water Cycle Regulator and Hydrology (Riissiyani et al, 2019)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.3.1. Wood (K)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u0026nbsp;wood\u0026nbsp;parameter\u0026nbsp;represents\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;economic\u0026nbsp;value\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;timber\u0026nbsp;production\u0026nbsp;from\u0026nbsp;industrial plantation\u0026nbsp;forests. It\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;a\u0026nbsp;critical\u0026nbsp;component\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;the local\u0026nbsp;economy,\u0026nbsp;providing\u0026nbsp;raw\u0026nbsp;materials\u0026nbsp;for various industries. Forest fires can significantly impact this sector by destroying valuable timber resources, thereby causing substantial financial losses and affecting the livelihoods of those dependent on forestry activities. The wood parameter includes variables where only the last variable differs as it relates to operational costs per work pattern (costs of land clearing, seeds, planting, fertilizing, maintenance, harvesting, and transportation). The variables are detailed as follows:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.1.1.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;How\u0026nbsp;many\u0026nbsp;cubic meters of wood\u0026nbsp;were\u0026nbsp;lost\u0026nbsp;due\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;fire\u0026nbsp;(K1)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.1.2.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;The\u0026nbsp;price\u0026nbsp;of wood per cu.bic meter\u0026nbsp;(K2)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.1.3.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;The\u0026nbsp;area\u0026nbsp;of burned\u0026nbsp;industrial plantation\u0026nbsp;forest (K3)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.1.4.\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;The\u0026nbsp;operational costs of\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;pure\u0026nbsp;pattern (K4)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.3.2. Honey (M)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe honey parameter measures the economic value derived from honey production in industrial plantation forests. Honey is a valuable non-timber forest product that supports local economies and provides income for beekeepers. Forest fires can disrupt bee habitats and reduce honey yields, leading to economic losses for the communities involved in honey production. Honey production calculation involves several steps and variables to determine the amount of honey produced by a bee colony over a certain period:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.2.1. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;How many liters of honey are produced per hectare (M1)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.2.2. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;The price of honey per liter (M2)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.2.3. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;The area of burned industrial plantation forest (M3)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2.3.3. Water Cycle Regulator (SK)\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe water cycle regulator parameter assesses the role of forests in maintaining the hydrological balance. Forests play a crucial role in regulating rainfall, groundwater recharge, and water purification. Forest fires can disrupt these functions, leading to changes in water availability and quality, which can have far-reaching consequences for agriculture, drinking water supplies, and overall ecosystem health.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.3.1. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;The average rainfall in the industrial plantation forest\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; before the fire (mm/year) (SK1)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.3.2. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; The average rainfall in the industrial plantation forest after\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; the fire (mm/year) (SK2)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.3.3. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; The recovery time of the industrial plantation forest\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;(years) (SK3)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.3.4. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;The price of water per cubic meter (Rp/m\u003csup\u003e3\u003c/sup\u003e) (SK4)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.3.5. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;The area of burned industrial plantation forest (m\u0026sup2;) (SK5)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2.3.4. Hydrology (H)\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hydrology parameter evaluates the impact of forest fires on carbon storage and emissions. Peatlands and forests are significant carbon sinks, storing large amounts of carbon and\u0026nbsp;helping\u0026nbsp;mitigate\u0026nbsp;climate\u0026nbsp;change.\u0026nbsp;When\u0026nbsp;these\u0026nbsp;areas\u0026nbsp;burn,\u0026nbsp;stored\u0026nbsp;carbon\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;released\u0026nbsp;into\u0026nbsp;the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. The economic value of this parameter includes the costs associated with increased carbon emissions and the loss of carbon sequestration capacity.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.4.1. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;The amount of carbon released (ton/m\u0026sup3;) (H1)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.4.2. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;The price of carbon per ton (Rp/ton) (H2)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.3.4.3. \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;The volume of peat in the burned industrial plantation\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;forest (m\u0026sup3;) (H3)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on the identification of the functions or benefits of Industrial Plantation Forests, the process of calculating the economic value of the benefits lost due to peatland fires in Mesuji Subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, uses the following formulas:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e𝑀\u0026nbsp;=\u0026nbsp;𝑀\u003csub\u003e1\u003c/sub\u003e \u0026times; 𝑀\u003csub\u003e2\u003c/sub\u003e \u0026times; 𝑀\u003csub\u003e3\u003c/sub\u003e (1)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e𝐾\u0026nbsp;=\u0026nbsp;𝐾\u003csub\u003e1\u003c/sub\u003e \u0026times;\u0026nbsp;𝐾\u003csub\u003e2\u003c/sub\u003e \u0026times;\u0026nbsp;𝐾\u003csub\u003e3\u003c/sub\u003e (2)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e𝑆𝐻\u0026nbsp;=\u0026nbsp;𝑆𝐻\u003csub\u003e1\u003c/sub\u003e \u0026times; 𝑆𝐻\u003csub\u003e2\u003c/sub\u003e \u0026times; 𝑆𝐻\u003csub\u003e3\u003c/sub\u003e (3)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e𝐻\u0026nbsp;=\u0026nbsp;𝐻\u003csub\u003e1\u003c/sub\u003e \u0026times; 𝐻\u003csub\u003e2\u003c/sub\u003e \u0026times; 𝐻\u003csub\u003e3\u003c/sub\u003e (4)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eData is sourced from government statistical agencies such as the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS), the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG), and the Ministry of Environment and Forestry (KLHK), among others.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2.3.5.\u0026nbsp;Rationale:\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rationale for using secondary data is due to the lack of funding for conducting primary surveys related to this research topic. To simplify the analysis calculations, the formulas\u0026nbsp;are\u0026nbsp;straightforward\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;tailored\u0026nbsp;specifically\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;studies\u0026nbsp;related\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;forest\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;land\u0026nbsp;fires in\u0026nbsp;Mesuji\u0026nbsp;Subdistrict,\u0026nbsp;located\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;Ogan\u0026nbsp;Komering\u0026nbsp;Ilir\u0026nbsp;Regency.\u0026nbsp;The\u0026nbsp;data\u0026nbsp;availability\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;slightly adjusted to fit the needs of the analysis, focusing solely on the economic value of industrial plantation forests covering an area of 754 hectares.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"3.\tRESULTS AND DISCUSSION","content":"\u003cp\u003eThe development of Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF)has three main objectives that can be achieved, namely economic, ecological, and social targets. Based on these objectives, the development\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;IPF\u0026nbsp;must\u0026nbsp;positively\u0026nbsp;influence\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;economic,\u0026nbsp;social,\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;environmental\u0026nbsp;aspects of\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;communities\u0026nbsp;surrounding\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;IPF\u0026nbsp;area.\u0026nbsp;To\u0026nbsp;realize\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;development\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;IPF,\u0026nbsp;many\u0026nbsp;parties are\u0026nbsp;involved,\u0026nbsp;one\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;which\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;community,\u0026nbsp;specifically\u0026nbsp;those\u0026nbsp;residing\u0026nbsp;around\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;forest\u0026nbsp;area. The involvement and participation of the surrounding community, both in providing material and\u0026nbsp;non-material\u0026nbsp;support,\u0026nbsp;as\u0026nbsp;well\u0026nbsp;as\u0026nbsp;cooperating\u0026nbsp;with\u0026nbsp;other\u0026nbsp;involved\u0026nbsp;parties,\u0026nbsp;can\u0026nbsp;facilitate\u0026nbsp;and expedite\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;implementation\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;IPF\u0026nbsp;development.\u0026nbsp;Therefore,\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;communities\u0026nbsp;around\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;forest area will undoubtedly be affected by IPF development both socially and economically.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSocio-economic life refers to everything that describes an individual\u0026apos;s status or position within a community group, determined by the type of economic activity, education, and income. Several factors can determine the socio-economic status of people in the community,\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eincluding education level, type of employment, income level, living environment conditions, wealth ownership, and participation in community group activities. In this context, the discussion is limited to four determining factors: education level, income, wealth ownership, and type of employment (Siti Sarah et al, 2023)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u0026nbsp;potential\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;acacia\u0026nbsp;wood\u0026nbsp;industrial\u0026nbsp;plantation\u0026nbsp;sector\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;highly\u0026nbsp;profitable,\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;the available land is still quite extensive. Therefore, the government has implemented policies to encourage the expansion of acacia wood industrial plantations in Indonesia, namely through licensing for the utilization of forest areas for investors who will cultivate forest plants, especially acacia wood industrial plants (Ridwan Fauzi, 2019). One of the provinces in Indonesia that has developed acacia wood industrial plantations is South Sumatra.[Sugeng, Bambang] Currently, the development of\u0026nbsp;acacia wood industrial plantations located along the eastern coast of one of the regencies in South Sumatra Province, namely Ogan Komering Ilir (OKI) Regency, is aimed at rehabilitating forests that are beginning to deteriorate and experience deforestation. Furthermore, forest fires occurring from year to year have led to subsidence\u0026nbsp;(rapid\u0026nbsp;peatland\u0026nbsp;subsidence),\u0026nbsp;decreased\u0026nbsp;water\u0026nbsp;levels,\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;unproductive\u0026nbsp;areas.(Nabila Muhammmad, 2023)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndustrial\u0026nbsp;Plantation\u0026nbsp;Forest\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;a\u0026nbsp;managed\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;cultivated\u0026nbsp;forest\u0026nbsp;based\u0026nbsp;on\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;principles\u0026nbsp;of sustainability, benefit, and corporate principles. Its purpose is to enhance the potential and quality of\u0026nbsp;production forests by applying intensive\u0026nbsp;silviculture\u0026nbsp;to meet the raw\u0026nbsp;material needs of the forest industry (According to the Ministry of Enviroment and Forestry, 2019)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mesuji Industrial Plantation Forest is directly adjacent to Lampung Province, where the entire forest area is under the management of the Industrial Plantation Forest Company, PT Bumi Mekar Hijau, a subsidiary of the Sinar Mas Group. The majority of this area is no longer dominated by natural forests and consists mainly of secondary peat swamp forests covering an area of 754 hectares (considered as the burned IPF area).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.3.\u0026nbsp;Data\u0026nbsp;Analysis\u0026nbsp;and Interpretation\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u0026nbsp;data\u0026nbsp;related\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;value\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;benefits\u0026nbsp;from\u0026nbsp;Industrial\u0026nbsp;Plantation\u0026nbsp;Forests\u0026nbsp;are\u0026nbsp;as\u0026nbsp;follows:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 1. IPF as Honey Producer\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"33.55481727574751%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoney Producer (kilogram/hectare)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"33.88704318936877%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHoney\u0026nbsp;Price (rupiah)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"32.55813953488372%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe\u0026nbsp;Area\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;IPF\u0026nbsp;that\u0026nbsp;is Burned (hectare)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"33.55481727574751%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e30\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"33.88704318936877%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e100.000\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"32.55813953488372%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e754\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource: (Wahyunto et al, 2005)(Horwood et al, 2010)(Octavia Susilo et al, 2019).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable above shows the honey production per hectare in the Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF) and the price of honey per kilogram. With a burned IPF area of 754 hectares, there is a significant potential loss in honey production, directly impacting the income of communities involved in beekeeping activities in the area.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 2 .Mesuji Regency Wood Production (WP) in 2023\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"29.6849087893864%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWP\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ein\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouth\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSumatera\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(kg)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWP\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMesuji\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegency\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(kg)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"29.6849087893864%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eRoundwood\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e10.180.355,00\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e24.464,00\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"29.6849087893864%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eSawn\u0026nbsp;Timer\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e23.897,92\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e57.428,00\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"29.6849087893864%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003ePlawood\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e14.804,00\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e35.575,00\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"29.6849087893864%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewood\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"35.1575456053068%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e111.467\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource: (Arnanto et al, 2023)( Al-GhaniAl et al, 2017)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis table lists the production of various types of wood in South Sumatra and specifically in Mesuji Regency. The types of wood produced include roundwood, sawn timber, and plywood. The total wood production in Mesuji Regency is 111,467 kilograms, highlighting the significant contribution of IPF to the local wood industry.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 3. IPF as Wood Producer.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"56.550580431177444%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood\u0026nbsp;Producer (kg)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"43.449419568822556%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWood\u0026nbsp;Price (Rp/kg)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"56.550580431177444%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e111.467\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"43.449419568822556%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e50.000\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSouce :(Anjasari et al, 2009)(Octavia et al, 2019).\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 3 outlines the total wood production from the IPF and the price of wood per kilogram. With a total production of 111,467 kilograms and a price of Rp. 50,000 per kilogram, the IPF provides a substantial economic contribution to the wood industry.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 4.IPF as Water Cycle Regulator\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"36.81592039800995%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAverage\u0026nbsp;Rainfall\u0026nbsp;Before\u0026nbsp;the IPF was burned (mm)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"33.66500829187397%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAverage\u0026nbsp;Rainfall\u0026nbsp;After\u0026nbsp;IPF was burned (mm)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"29.519071310116086%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDuration\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Peatland Recovery (year)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"36.81592039800995%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e300\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"33.66500829187397%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e100\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"29.519071310116086%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e1\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSource :(Meteorology,Climatology and Geophisical, 2023)(Risnandar, 2015)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 4 shows the change in average rainfall before and after the IPF was burned. The significant decrease in rainfall from 300 mm to 100 mm illustrates the impact of fires on the water cycle regulation function of the peatland. The estimated recovery period to restore the peatland to its original condition is one year.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 5 IPF as a Hydrology Cycle\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"66.72212978369384%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmount\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Released\u0026nbsp;Carbon (ton)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"33.277870216306155%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon\u0026nbsp;Price (rupiah)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"66.72212978369384%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e427,2\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"33.277870216306155%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e252.000\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoource :(CNN Indonesia, 2020)( Bauhus J et all, 2010)(Edwin Martin et al, 2010)\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 5 lists the amount of carbon released due to the fires in the IPF area and the price of carbon per ton. The release of 427.2 tons of carbon with a price of Rp. 252,000 per ton indicates significant economic and environmental losses due to forest fires.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.4.\u0026nbsp;Context\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;Interpretation\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Numerical\u0026nbsp;Results\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe value of the benefits of the Industrial Plantation Forest (IPF) in Mesuji District is significant and can be categorized into several key areas: honey production, wood production, water cycle regulation, and hydro logical cycle maintenance. Here\u0026rsquo;s a detailed interpretation of each benefit and the practical implications of their loss due to forest fires:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.2.1\u0026nbsp;IPF as Honey Producer\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IPF concession area is highly suitable for honeybee cultivation due to the presence of Acacia crassicarpa trees, which thrive in peatland and provide nectar for bees, particularly the Apis mellifera species that produce acacia honey. This honey production is not only an economic activity but also supports community involvement in peat conservation\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalculation\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Loss:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Honey\u0026nbsp;Production\u0026nbsp;per\u0026nbsp;Hectare\u0026nbsp;(H1):\u0026nbsp;30\u0026nbsp;kg\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Honey\u0026nbsp;Price\u0026nbsp;per kg\u0026nbsp;(H2):\u0026nbsp;Rp. 100,000\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Area\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Burnt IPF\u0026nbsp;(H3): 754\u0026nbsp;ha\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Total Loss: 30 kg/ha \u0026times; Rp. 100,000/kg \u0026times; 754 ha = Rp. 2,262,000,000\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe loss of honey for supplying raw materials for the forestry industry, particularly acacia wood, which is in high demand production\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003edue to forest fires represents a significant economic setback for local communities involved in beekeeping. This also impacts the conservation\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eefforts as reduced honey production might lead to lesser community engagement in peatland conservation activities.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.2.2. \u0026nbsp; IPF as Wood Producer (K)\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IPF area is crucial for paper production\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalculation\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Loss:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Wood\u0026nbsp;Production\u0026nbsp;per\u0026nbsp;Hectare\u0026nbsp;(K1):\u0026nbsp;111,467\u0026nbsp;kg\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Wood\u0026nbsp;Price\u0026nbsp;per\u0026nbsp;kg\u0026nbsp;(K2):\u0026nbsp;Rp.\u0026nbsp;500\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Area\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Burnt IPF\u0026nbsp;(K3): 754\u0026nbsp;ha\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Total Loss: 111,467 kg/ha \u0026times; Rp. 500/kg \u0026times; 754 ha = Rp. 42,023,059,000\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial economic loss from wood production highlights the dependency of local industries on the IPF.This loss also affects the employment and income of local communities engaged in forestry and wood processing.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.2.3. \u0026nbsp; IPF as Water Cycle Regulator (SK)\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForests regulate the water cycle and prevent soil erosion. The past fire incidents have disrupted the peat ecosystem, impacting local livelihoods and requiring extensive restoration efforts .\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalculation\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Loss:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Average\u0026nbsp;Rainfall\u0026nbsp;Before\u0026nbsp;Burning\u0026nbsp;(SK1):\u0026nbsp;300\u0026nbsp;mm/year\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Average\u0026nbsp;Rainfall\u0026nbsp;After\u0026nbsp;Burning\u0026nbsp;(SK2):\u0026nbsp;100\u0026nbsp;mm/year\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Recovery\u0026nbsp;Period\u0026nbsp;(SK3): 1\u0026nbsp;year\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Price\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Water\u0026nbsp;per m\u0026sup3;\u0026nbsp;(SK4):\u0026nbsp;Rp. 3,997\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Area of Burnt IPF (SK5): 754 ha\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Total Loss: 300 mm \u0026times; 100 mm \u0026times; 1 year \u0026times; Rp. 3,997/m\u0026sup3; \u0026times; 754 ha = Rp. 90,412,140,000 The loss in water regulation capacity can lead to increased soil erosion and decreased water availability, affecting agriculture and local water supply. The financial loss underscores the need for effective forest management and fire prevention strategies.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.2.4. \u0026nbsp; IPF as Hydrological Cycle (HC)\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hydrological cycle in forests is closely linked to carbon sequestration and flood prevention. Burnt IPF areas result in significant carbon release and potential flooding issues\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalculation\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;Loss:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Carbon Released per Hectare (HC1): 427.2 ton\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Carbon Price per ton (HC2): Rp. 299,721.12\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Area of Burnt IPF (HC3): 754 ha\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Total\u0026nbsp;Loss: 427.2 ton/ha \u0026times;\u0026nbsp;Rp. 299,721.12/ton \u0026times;\u0026nbsp;754 ha\u0026nbsp;=\u0026nbsp;Rp. 96,542,810,298\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe release of carbon contributes to increased greenhouse gas emissions, exacerbating climate change. The loss of hydrological function can lead to more severe and frequent flooding, affecting both local ecosystems and communities.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3.2.5. \u0026nbsp;Practical Implications and Relevance:\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe significant financial losses in honey production, wood production, water regulation, and hydrological cycle functions underscore the critical importance of the IPF in Mesuji District. These losses highlight the urgent need for comprehensive forest management and fire prevention strategies to safeguard these economic and ecological benefits. Effective restoration and conservation efforts are essential to mitigate the impact of forest fires and ensure the sustainable use of IPF resources for the future.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable 6 Total Losses Due to Peatland Fire in Industrial Plantation Forest Area\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n \u003ctbody\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"62.12624584717608%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefit/Fuction\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"37.87375415282392%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLosses\u0026nbsp;(in rupiah\u0026nbsp;)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"62.12624584717608%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIPF\u0026nbsp;as\u0026nbsp;honey\u0026nbsp;producer\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"37.87375415282392%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e2.262.000\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"62.12624584717608%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIPF\u0026nbsp;as\u0026nbsp;wood producer\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"37.87375415282392%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e42.023.059.000.000\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"62.12624584717608%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIPF\u0026nbsp;as\u0026nbsp;water\u0026nbsp;cycle\u0026nbsp;regulator\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"37.87375415282392%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e90.412.140.000\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"62.12624584717608%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eIPF\u0026nbsp;as\u0026nbsp;hydrological\u0026nbsp;cycle regulate\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"37.87375415282392%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e96.542.810.297,856\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003ctr\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"62.12624584717608%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal\u0026nbsp;Losses in\u0026nbsp;IPF Area\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003ctd width=\"37.87375415282392%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e42.113.604.072.298\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n \u003c/td\u003e\n \u003c/tr\u003e\n \u003c/tbody\u003e\n\u003c/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable\u0026nbsp;6\u0026nbsp;presents\u0026nbsp;data\u0026nbsp;on the\u0026nbsp;total\u0026nbsp;losses\u0026nbsp;due\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;peatland\u0026nbsp;fires\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;Industrial\u0026nbsp;Plantation Forest\u0026nbsp;(IPF)\u0026nbsp;area,\u0026nbsp;measured\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;rupiah.\u0026nbsp;Below\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;a\u0026nbsp;detailed\u0026nbsp;explanation\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;each\u0026nbsp;category\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;loss and how the data should be interpreted:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoss of Honey Production: RP. 2,262,000 from the IPF area due to peatland fires. Bees that\u0026nbsp;typically\u0026nbsp;use\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;area\u0026nbsp;for\u0026nbsp;honey\u0026nbsp;production\u0026nbsp;lose\u0026nbsp;their\u0026nbsp;habitat,\u0026nbsp;leading\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;a\u0026nbsp;decrease\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;honey production.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe\u0026nbsp;Largest\u0026nbsp;Loss:\u0026nbsp;RP.\u0026nbsp;42,023,059,000,000\u0026nbsp;from\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;loss\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;wood\u0026nbsp;production.\u0026nbsp;The\u0026nbsp;burned IPF\u0026nbsp;area\u0026nbsp;results\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;a\u0026nbsp;significant\u0026nbsp;loss\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;trees\u0026nbsp;that\u0026nbsp;could\u0026nbsp;have\u0026nbsp;been\u0026nbsp;harvested\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;sold\u0026nbsp;for\u0026nbsp;various industrial purposes, such as paper production, furniture, and other wood products.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIPF as a Water Cycle Regulator: RP. 90,412,140,000. This loss encompasses the negative impact on the ecosystem function of IPF in regulating the water cycle. Peatland fires disrupt the area\u0026apos;s ability to maintain water balance, which can affect water availability for irrigation, consumption, and other needs.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIPF as a Hydro logical Cycle Regulator: RP. 96,542,810,297,866. This loss affects the peatland\u0026apos;s role in water regulation and absorption.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal\u0026nbsp;Loss\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;IPF\u0026nbsp;Area:\u0026nbsp;RP.\u0026nbsp;42,113,604,072,298,\u0026nbsp;highlighting\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;massive\u0026nbsp;economic impact\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;peatland\u0026nbsp;fires\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;IPF\u0026nbsp;area,\u0026nbsp;covering\u0026nbsp;various\u0026nbsp;lost\u0026nbsp;or\u0026nbsp;disrupted\u0026nbsp;ecosystem\u0026nbsp;functions. The amounts of rupiah spent on corporate social responsibility by companies serve as an excuse\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;show\u0026nbsp;the company\u0026apos;s\u0026nbsp;concern\u0026nbsp;for\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;community\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;environment,\u0026nbsp;but\u0026nbsp;on\u0026nbsp;the other\u0026nbsp;hand,\u0026nbsp;it\u0026nbsp;indicates\u0026nbsp;that\u0026nbsp;this\u0026nbsp;disaster\u0026nbsp;continues\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;recur\u0026nbsp;repeatedly.\u0026nbsp;The\u0026nbsp;development\u0026nbsp;process with\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;concept\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;sustainable\u0026nbsp;development,\u0026nbsp;which\u0026nbsp;does\u0026nbsp;not\u0026nbsp;want\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;sacrifice\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;next generation,\u0026nbsp;is\u0026nbsp;also\u0026nbsp;being\u0026nbsp;neglected.\u0026nbsp;(Sri\u0026nbsp;Rahayu\u0026nbsp;et\u0026nbsp;al,\u0026nbsp;2021)\u0026nbsp;This\u0026nbsp;study\u0026nbsp;only\u0026nbsp;analyses\u0026nbsp;and calculates\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;impact\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;forest\u0026nbsp;fires\u0026nbsp;on\u0026nbsp;production\u0026nbsp;and\u0026nbsp;does\u0026nbsp;not\u0026nbsp;discuss\u0026nbsp;other\u0026nbsp;impacts\u0026nbsp;related\u0026nbsp;to\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003esocial aspects or other losses as examined in studies by other researchers, due to the lack of\u0026nbsp;research\u0026nbsp;funding.\u0026nbsp;However,\u0026nbsp;this\u0026nbsp;study\u0026nbsp;sufficiently\u0026nbsp;illustrates\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;production\u0026nbsp;losses\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;IPF\u0026nbsp;in\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMesuji\u0026nbsp;Subdistrict,\u0026nbsp;prompting\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;local\u0026nbsp;government\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;implement\u0026nbsp;more\u0026nbsp;effective\u0026nbsp;forest\u0026nbsp;fire. The benefits of this research are:\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Economic and Social Understanding\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis study provides a clear overview of the economic value of Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF) in Mesuji Subdistrict, which serves as the main source of income for the region. By understanding this economic value, local communities and the government can better comprehend the extent of IPF\u0026apos;s contribution to the regional economy.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Planning and Policy Making\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe data obtained from this research can be utilized by the government and relevant institutions to plan more effective forest fire prevention and mitigation measures. This is crucial given that forest fires have caused significant economic losses annually.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Environmental Conservation\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy understanding the economic losses caused by forest fires, the government and communities will be more encouraged to undertake conservation and rehabilitation efforts for peatlands. This can also help in reducing the frequency and impact of forest fires in the future.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Community Awareness\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis study also serves as an educational tool for the local community about the importance of preserving forests and peatlands. This awareness can foster active community participation in forest fire prevention efforts.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026middot; \u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;Support for Rehabilitation Programs\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe results of this study can be used to support ongoing government rehabilitation programs. With accurate data on the economic losses caused by forest fires, rehabilitation programs can be adjusted to be more effective and targeted.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, this research not only provides crucial information on the economic value of industrial plantation forests in Mesuji Subdistrict but also lays a strong foundation for sustainable protection, management, and restoration efforts of peatlands.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuture research should be conducted in collaboration with other government agencies to secure adequate funding. This would allow the research to include an analysis of the impacts of forest fires from various aspects, including social, economic, and environmental. The use of more in-depth research methods, such as longitudinal studies or spatial analysis, is highly recommended.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"4.\tCONCLUSIONS","content":"\u003cp\u003eThe\u0026nbsp;biggest\u0026nbsp;loss\u0026nbsp;due\u0026nbsp;to\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;burning\u0026nbsp;of\u0026nbsp;peatland\u0026nbsp;in\u0026nbsp;the\u0026nbsp;Industrial\u0026nbsp;Plantation\u0026nbsp;Forest\u0026nbsp;area\u0026nbsp;of Mesuji District is the loss of wood production amounting to Rp. 42,113,604,072,298. Therefore, efforts are needed to restore peatland in order to restore the value, function, and benefits of the peatland ecosystem.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeeper Economic Losses: The study can delve deeper into the economic losses experienced by industrial plantation forests as a result of peatland fires. This includes a detailed analysis of the loss of income from wood and honey production and its impact on related industries\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"Declarations","content":"\u003ch2\u003eFundings\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis research did not receive any funding for conducting the research and data collection. It is a secondary research, utilizing data previously obtained in 2019 and supplemented by scientific articles, websites, and documents to access the necessary data related to the fire incident that occurred in mid-2023.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAuthor Contribution\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTG : Writing \u0026ndash; review \u0026amp; editing, Writing \u0026ndash; original draft, Methodology, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Conceptualization. PK : Writing \u0026ndash; review \u0026amp; editing, Writing \u0026ndash; original draft, Supervision, Investigation, ValidationAE: Writing \u0026ndash; review \u0026amp; editing, Writing \u0026ndash; original draft. A ( Agustan): Validation, Visualization, Data Curation. RA: Visualization, Data Curation. EA: Visualization, Data Curation. A(Anisah) : Economic valuation calculation, Visualization, Data CurationHP : The Creation of the Mesuji Subdistrict Map, Visualization, Data Curation. DF : Formal Analisis , Visualization, Data CurationIFC: Visualization, Data Curation. {Tiara Grace: Writing \u0026ndash; review \u0026amp; editing, Writing \u0026ndash; original draft, Methodology, Formal Analysis, Investigation, Conceptualization. Prabu Kresna : Writing \u0026ndash; review \u0026amp; editing, Writing \u0026ndash; original draft, Supervision, Investigation, Validation.Azalea Eugenie: Writing \u0026ndash; review \u0026amp; editing, Writing \u0026ndash; original draft. Agustan: Validation, Visualization, Data Curation.Evie Avianti: Visualization, Data Curation. Anisah :Economic valuation calculation , Visualization, Data CurationHari Priyadi : The Creation of the Mesuji Subdistrict Map, Visualization, Data Curation. Doni Fernando : Formal Analisys , Visualization, Data Curation. Rizki Amaliyah: Visualization, Data Curation. Ilvi Fauziyah Cahyaningtiyas: Visualization, Data Curation.}\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eACKNOWLEDGEMENTS\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThank you to the Director of the Center for Regional Development Technology - BPPT, the NRA PTPSW-BPPT Team, the Hydro-Meteorological Spatial Research Group NRA.\u003c/p\u003e"},{"header":"References","content":"\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArnanto Nurprabowo and Sari Rahayu\u003c/strong\u003e. (2023): \u003cem\u003eStudy of Investment in Downstream Forest Resouces \u003c/em\u003ep-68. Indonesian Ministry of Investment Book\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvy Pribadi\u003c/strong\u003e. 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Mesuji Subdistrict, part of Ogan Komering Ilir Regency, hosts Industrial Plantation Forests (IPF) where Acacia (Acacia magnum) serves as the primary forestry product. Calculating the economic value or benefits of the IPF in Mesuji Subdistrict is crucial because it represents the main source of income for the region. Since 2015, peatlands in Ogan Komering Ilir have been prone to forest fires, leading to economic losses in various sectors. Despite government rehabilitation efforts, forest fires have continued to occur annually up to 2023. This study is a qualitative analysis utilizing regional secondary data to calculate the economic value of forest fire losses in Mesuji Subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir Regency. Economic losses due to forest fires in Mesuji Subdistrict include the loss of benefits from industrial plantation forests such as honey production, amounting to Rp. 2,262,000; timber production, amounting to Rp. 42,023,059,000,000; water cycle regulation, amounting to Rp. 90,412,140,000; and hydrological cycle regulation, amounting to Rp. 81,171,417,000.\u003c/p\u003e","manuscriptTitle":"The Economic Value of Industrial Plantation Forest Loss Due To Peat Fires in Mesuji Subdistrict, Ogan Komering Ilir, Sout Sumatera, Indonesia","msid":"","msnumber":"","nonDraftVersions":[{"code":1,"date":"2024-08-28 06:32:20","doi":"10.21203/rs.3.rs-4872634/v1","editorialEvents":[{"type":"communityComments","content":0}],"status":"published","journal":{"display":true,"email":"[email protected]","identity":"researchsquare","isNatureJournal":false,"hasQc":true,"allowDirectSubmit":true,"externalIdentity":"","sideBox":"","snPcode":"","submissionUrl":"/submission","title":"Research Square","twitterHandle":"researchsquare","acdcEnabled":true,"dfaEnabled":false,"editorialSystem":"","reportingPortfolio":"","inReviewEnabled":false,"inReviewRevisionsEnabled":true}}],"origin":"","ownerIdentity":"19756982-8aa0-45ec-98ed-96fda7d70706","owner":[],"postedDate":"August 28th, 2024","published":true,"recentEditorialEvents":[],"rejectedJournal":[],"revision":"","amendment":"","status":"posted","subjectAreas":[],"tags":[],"updatedAt":"2024-08-28T06:32:20+00:00","versionOfRecord":[],"versionCreatedAt":"2024-08-28 06:32:20","video":"","vorDoi":"","vorDoiUrl":"","workflowStages":[]},"version":"v1","identity":"rs-4872634","journalConfig":"researchsquare"},"__N_SSP":true},"page":"/article/[identity]/[[...version]]","query":{"redirect":"/article/rs-4872634","identity":"rs-4872634","version":["v1"]},"buildId":"qtupq5eGEP_6zYnWcrvyt","isFallback":false,"isExperimentalCompile":false,"dynamicIds":[84888],"gssp":true,"scriptLoader":[]}