Bali – The Indonesian people, especially Bali, enthusiastically support the implementation of the World Water Forum (WWF) which will be held on 18 – 25 May 2024 in Nusa Dua, Bali.
Lecturer in Environmental Chemistry, FMIPA, Udayana University (UNUD), Dr. KG Dharma Putra, said that the World Water Forum discusses important issues in the water sector that have a direct impact on people’s lives.
“The enthusiasm of the community is very high, accompanied by the hope that the results of this meeting will be translated into concrete steps to improve infrastructure and improve services in the water sector,” said Dr. Dharma Putra.
According to him, Indonesia is quite successful in managing water, especially in the Bali region.
“Bali is still very fortunate because its water resource potential is quite abundant with the presence of quite a lot of springs and lakes too. “Moreover, the government is preparing and providing adequate water storage, such as the construction of reservoirs which have also been carried out in several places to help prepare food for the people of Bali,” explained Dr. Dharma Putra.
Bali, he continued, with its abundant water resource potential, could be an example for WWF participating countries regarding how good water management can be carried out. The traditional Subak irrigation system in Bali, which is known for its local wisdom, can be a solution for sustainable water management.
“The Balinese people have a philosophy of respect for water based mostly on religious beliefs which are also very widely known internationally, namely Subak,” he said.
Furthermore, the UNUD Environmental Chemistry Lecturer also explained that Indonesia’s position on the equator provides its own advantages.
“Indonesia is located in the equatorial region which has two seasons, the rainy season and the dry season, with the potential for very abundant water resources. “This makes Indonesia a strategic and appropriate place to discuss water issues and discuss future policies to save water on earth,” added Dr. Dharma Putra.
He is also optimistic that the 10th WWF event will provide many benefits for Indonesia and the world.
“On the one hand, the host has the opportunity to convey the successes that have been made related to the implementation or management of water management. “On the other hand, Indonesia can also ask for support from the international community and build cooperation to improve the water management system in Indonesia, especially in Bali,” he concluded.
