The environmental conflicts of gold mine tumpangpitu Banyuwangi

Abstract

Environmental conflicts that occurred between the villagers of sub District Sumberagung Pesanggaran with PT. Bumi Suksesindo (BSI). Rooted in rejection citizens against gold mining in Banyuwangi-Tumpangpitu Mountain, the impact was on the environmental condition of the community. This study described the cause of conflict, a model citizen resistance, as well as the environmental impact. To find a thorough description of events in the field, so the approach used qualitative. Methods of data collection in this study were used observation, interview and literature study method. Observation method was used to view and understand the symptoms that occur. Data analysis in this research used the model of Miles and Hubberman. Thr results showed the dimensions of the conflict because it was influenced by the desire of citizens to maintain environmental sustainability, as well as the expectations of the citizens would increase in value-Added economy and welfare, especially the fishing community. For further research, it was recommended to see the efforts and strategies of conflict resolution between citizens Sumberagung with PT. Bumi Suksesindo.