The work of Yayasan Inobu is led by a team of researchers who are inspired about doing collaborative applied research together with the government, local communities and the private sector. We work with them to find solutions to the pressing issues of environmental degradation and rural poverty. We test the proposed solutions to achieve healthy ecosystems and prosperous rural communities, mostly through improvement of technology and changing of practices as well as building effective institutions. We then work with the national government to upscale the tested, successful innovations for wider impact.

We have been working in Central Kalimantan province since 2013 to support the sustainable production of commodities and reducing deforestation and environmental degradation. Our work in Central Kalimantan has pioneered jurisdictional approaches and public private partnerships for sustainable palm oil production. Our two focus districts are Kotawaringin Barat & Seruyan. Furthermore, we work to find a successful model for restoration in five villages in Central Kalimantan. Together with the forest management units, we also find solution to combat illegal deforestation.

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