Exploitation of natural materials energy in eastern Indonesia and efforts to fight for the sovereignty of local communities

Abstract

One form of development activities carried out by humans is the exploitation of natural materials energy. Often the activity of exploiting natural material energy is only oriented to human interests, but ignores aspects of sovereignty (autonomy) of nature and the future of members of the local community of exploitation place. This paper shows field observations and literature reviews on the practice of energy exploitation of natural materials in Eastern Indonesia, which lacks attention to the dimensions of the balance of nature and the interests of local communities. Eastern Indonesia has not prospered because it is still struggling to obtain their sovereignty in the exploitation of natural materials in their own land. Often social conflicts arise due to the exploitation of material energy carried out. This study aims to find the phenomenon of natural exploitation in eastern Indonesia and build awareness to create sovereignty for local communities. The research method uses interpretative analysis and philosophical reflection to get meaning. Research found a theoretical model that is useful for overcoming the problem of exploitation that occurs. Those humans must transform themselves into ecological human beings so that they can bring practical benefits to the good of nature and East Indonesia local people towards the vision of sustainable development.