Sustainable Economic Perspectives on Nawang Jagad Nature Tourism: Balancing Conservation and Value Creation
Keywords:
environmental conservation, sustainable tourism, community empowerment, nature tourism, Sustainable EconomyAbstract
The development of nature-based tourism in Indonesia faces challenges in balancing economic growth with environmental conservation and the well-being of local communities. This study aims to analyze the management of Nawang Jagad Nature Tourism from a sustainable economic perspective, particularly the relationship between environmental conservation and the creation of economic value. The research employs a qualitative approach using a literature study method through a systematic review of scholarly articles, policy reports, and relevant documents related to sustainable tourism, ecotourism, and community-based tourism management. The findings indicate that Nawang Jagad Nature Tourism is managed through a community-based sustainable tourism approach, characterized by visitor limitations, conservation education, and active involvement of local communities. This management model generates economic value through the creation of local business opportunities, employment absorption, and the enhancement of community entrepreneurial capacity. However, the sustainability of the destination continues to face challenges, including potential environmental pressure, unequal distribution of economic benefits, and natural disaster risks. This study concludes that the integration of environmental conservation and community economic empowerment is a fundamental prerequisite for the sustainability of nature tourism. Furthermore, it emphasizes the importance of collaborative governance and inclusive, long-term-oriented tourism policies to ensure balanced and sustainable destination development.
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