Online Workshop & FGD Series : Remote Sensing for Water Quality and Blue Carbon Assessment

The Online Workshop & Focus Group Discussion (FGD) Series entitled “Remote Sensing for Water Quality and Blue Carbon Assessment” was successfully held on Thursday, 30 October 2025, bringing together researchers, academics, and practitioners to explore the application of remote sensing technologies in assessing water quality and blue carbon dynamics within Indonesia’s aquatic and mangrove ecosystems.

The workshop provided an in-depth discussion on how satellite-based and geospatial approaches can support environmental monitoring, particularly in complex coastal and inland water systems. Participants gained insights into the use of remote sensing for tracking water quality parameters, mapping mangrove ecosystems, and estimating blue carbon stocks as part of climate change mitigation strategies.

The event featured distinguished speakers with extensive expertise in marine and environmental sciences:
Dr. Fajar Setiawan (BRIN / MLI) shared perspectives on national-scale applications of remote sensing for aquatic ecosystem assessment;
Dr. Muhammad Helmi (CoREM, Universitas Diponegoro) discussed methodological frameworks and case studies related to coastal and mangrove environments; and
Dr. Rudhi Pribadi (Department of Marine Science, Universitas Diponegoro) highlighted the integration of field observations and satellite data for improved ecosystem evaluation.

The session was hosted by Prof. Dr. Tri Retnaningsih Soeprobowati, M.App.Sc., with moderation by Dr. Aulia Rahim, S.Pi., M.Ling., ensuring a structured and engaging dialogue throughout the workshop and FGD. Interactive discussions allowed participants to exchange ideas on technical challenges, data interpretation, and the future role of remote sensing in supporting sustainable management of aquatic and coastal resources.

Conducted online via Zoom from 08.30 to 12.00 WIB, the workshop successfully facilitated interdisciplinary knowledge exchange across institutions and regions. The event also contributed to capacity building by providing participants with free electronic certificates, reinforcing its role in supporting professional development and collaborative research.

Overall, the workshop strengthened networks among scientists and practitioners and highlighted the growing importance of remote sensing as a decision-support tool for water quality monitoring and blue carbon assessment in Indonesia.