Mangrove Health and Carbon Stock Assessment in Muara Gembong District, Bekasi Regency: Supporting Indonesia^s FOLU Net Sink 2030 within the Framework of Energy and Environmental Physics Faisal M. Jasin
Teknik Lingkungan. Institut Kesehatan dan Teknologi PKP DKI Jakarta
Abstract
Mangrove ecosystems are recognized as one of the most efficient natural carbon sinks, playing a vital role in mitigating climate change and supporting global emission reduction targets. In Indonesia, the Forestry and Other Land Use (FOLU) Net Sink 2030 initiative emphasizes the importance of conserving and restoring mangroves as part of national climate strategies. This study aims to assess the health of mangroves in Muara Gembong District, Bekasi Regency, and to quantify their carbon stock potential in relation to energy and environmental physics perspectives. The research provides benefits by offering scientific evidence to strengthen policy implementation, guiding sustainable coastal management, and supporting Indonesia^s commitment to international climate agreements. The theoretical framework is grounded in ecological physics and carbon cycle dynamics, highlighting the interaction between energy flow, biomass accumulation, and greenhouse gas mitigation. Methodologically, the study employed field surveys to evaluate vegetation health, biomass sampling for above- and below-ground components, and carbon estimation using allometric equations combined with laboratory analysis. Results indicate that mangrove health in the study area ranges from moderate to good, with dominant species such as Avicennia marina and Rhizophora mucronata contributing significantly to carbon storage. The estimated carbon stock demonstrates substantial potential to offset regional emissions, reinforcing the role of mangroves as critical natural infrastructure for climate resilience. The scientific contribution of this research lies in integrating ecological assessment with energy and environmental physics, providing a quantitative basis for understanding carbon sequestration efficiency in mangrove ecosystems. This integrative approach not only supports Indonesia^s FOLU Net Sink 2030 target but also advances interdisciplinary knowledge on the nexus between ecosystem health, carbon dynamics, and sustainable energy transition
Keywords: Mangrove health- Carbon stock assessment- FOLU Net Sink 2030- Energy and environmental physics- Carbon cycle dynamics
