When Emil Salim Brings the Environment to the Heart of Development
In the midst of the great enthusiasm for pursuing growth, Emil Salim brought an idea that at that time had not yet gained much traction: development should not only count on what is gained, but also what is sacrificed.
He understands that nature will not be protected if we only rely on moral advice and appeals. Environmental protection must be included in state regulations, planning and decision-making processes.
Considering the Impact Before the Project Runs
One of the important milestones in the history of Indonesian environmental policy is the birth of Law Number 4 of 1982 concerning Basic Provisions for Environmental Management.
This law is the initial basis for the state to regulate the environment more comprehensively. It begins to emphasize the right to a good and healthy environment, responsibility for pollution, and the importance of analyzing the impact of an activity.
This framework was then strengthened through Government Regulation Number 29 of 1986 concerning Environmental Impact Analysis. These regulations came into effect on June 5 1987 and became the basis for implementing AMDAL in a more structured manner in Indonesia.
Through AMDAL, business plans or activities that can have important impacts are not sufficiently assessed based on economic benefits and technical feasibility. The impact on water, air, land, ecosystems, health and people's lives must also be studied.
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