THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SDGS GOAL 15 TARGET 2 IN INDONESIA: THE PRACTICE OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN RIAU PROVINCE (2015 – 2017)

Abstract

The Implementation of SDGs Goal 15 Target 2 in Indonesia: The Practice of Sustainable Development in Riau Province (2015 - 2017) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are an international commitment whereby all countries within the United Nations (UN) framework contribute to creating a world of equality and honorable. Environmental sustainability is one of the goals in the SDGs. Deforestation and forest degradation as the main cause of climate change that affects the environment must be stopped and prevented to ensure environmental sustainability. The integration of the principles of sustainable development into state policy in restoring natural resource damage is the focus of the Indonesian government. Indonesia as one of the largest tropical forest owners in the world that is rich in natural resources is very concerned about the environment, therefore the International side is very concerned about the sustainability of forests in Indonesia, especially in Riau province. Riau Province, which has a second area and also as the biggest gas emitter and a pilot project for the REDD + program makes the implementation of SDGs in Riau province is very important in ensuring environmental sustainability. Implementation of SDGs objective 15.2 through forest moratorium, National Action Plan for Greenhouse Gas Reduction (RAN-GRK), Task Force on Reducing Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD +), in Indonesia can be a positive momentum if implemented properly. The purpose of this research is to explain how the implementation of SDG goal 15.2 in Riau province. Based on the results of the research, many challenges are found in implementation phases such as alignment within government, awareness and understanding of those policies, and weak law enforcement. Therefore, these challenges have resulted in insignificant progress in ensuring environmental sustainability in Riau province