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Marine Debris Composition and Abundance: A Case Study of Selected Coastlines in Ujong Karang, Meulaboh, West Aceh

Researchers assessed the composition, characteristics, and abundance of marine debris on two economically active coastlines in West Aceh, Indonesia, comparing a fishing-adjacent beach and a tourism beach to characterize plastic and other waste accumulation patterns in relation to coastal land use activities.

2024 Journal of Coastal and Ocean Sciences
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Microplastics contamination of sea surface water in Banda Aceh City and Aceh Besar District, Aceh Province, Indonesia

Researchers analyzed microplastic contamination in sea surface waters of Banda Aceh City and Aceh Besar District along the coast of Aceh Province, Indonesia, where plastic waste from urban areas degrades into microparticles threatening coastal water quality. The study quantified microplastic concentrations and characterized particle types in surface water samples from this Indonesian coastal region.

2025 DEPIK
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Marine Litter and Grading of the Coastal Areas of Ambon Bay, Indonesia

Researchers assessed marine litter quantity and composition in Ambon Bay, Indonesia, finding higher debris densities in the inner bay near populated areas with plastics comprising the dominant fraction, and proposed a grading system for coastal pollution assessment.

2021 Omni-Akuatika 5 citations
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Abundance of Marine Debris on Padang and Pariaman Beaches West Sumatra Province

Researchers surveyed marine debris abundance on Padang and Pariaman tourist beaches in West Sumatra, Indonesia, identifying eight waste types including plastic, metal, glass, wood, paper, rubber, and cloth. Total fragment densities reached 3,392 items/m2 on Padang Beach and 2,484 items/m2 on Pariaman Beach, with no statistically significant difference between the two locations.

2024 Asian Journal of Aquatic Sciences
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The abundance of Plastic Marine Debris on Beaches in Ambon Bay

Researchers measured plastic marine debris — including large microplastics, mesoplastics, and macroplastics — on two beaches in Ambon Bay, Indonesia. The study provides baseline data on plastic pollution levels in a region with growing coastal populations and limited plastic waste management infrastructure.

2019 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 21 citations
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Variations of Marine Debris In Manado Bay and its environs

Surveys of marine debris in Manado Bay and surrounding waters in Indonesia documented the types, sources, and seasonal variation in debris accumulation. Plastic items dominated the debris, originating from land-based sources via rivers and drainage channels. The study provides baseline data for evaluating the effectiveness of government initiatives to reduce marine debris in the region.

2022 JURNAL ILMIAH PLATAX 5 citations
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Debris from plastic products in the beaches around Northern Ambon Island

This study measured plastic debris density across different size categories in coastal areas of northern Ambon Island, Indonesia, finding all size classes present. The research documents the extent of plastic contamination on Indonesian coasts and provides data for waste management planning.

2023 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 2 citations
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The abundance of microplastics in coral reef ecosystems in the waters of Krueng Raya, Aceh Besar

Researchers measured microplastic abundance in sediment from coral reef ecosystems at three sites in Krueng Raya waters, Aceh Besar, Indonesia, and evaluated correlations between MP abundance and live coral cover. Microplastics were found at all three sites, with the study providing baseline data on MP contamination in Indonesian coral reef habitats.

2025 Springer Link (Chiba Institute of Technology)
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Identification of Microplastic Abundance in Indonesia's Coastal Regions: A Review

This review assessed microplastic abundance across Indonesia's coastal regions, synthesizing studies from rivers, seas, and lakes to document the extent of MP pollution in this archipelago nation with high plastic waste generation and limited waste management infrastructure.

2025 Journal of Health Science and Pharmacy
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Microplastic Accumulation in Coral Reef Ecosystems at Peukan Bada District, Aceh Besar

Researchers collected sediment from coral reef sites in Aceh, Indonesia and found microplastics of three types — fibers, films, and fragments — at all locations, with densities ranging from 32 to 68 particles per kilogram. The study found a strong statistical association between microplastic abundance and the health of coral reef cover, suggesting a link between plastic pollution and reef degradation. This provides early evidence that microplastics may be contributing to the decline of coral ecosystems in Indonesian coastal waters.

2024 Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology 3 citations
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Physical Assessment of Marine Debris Along the Coast of Brunei Darussalam

This pioneer study of marine debris on beaches in Brunei Darussalam collected and categorized debris from four beaches along the 161 km South China Sea coastline. Plastic was a dominant debris type, with findings providing the first baseline data on coastal litter in this Southeast Asian nation.

2019 Journal of Applied and Emerging Sciences
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Short-term Observation on Marine Debris at Coastal Areas of Takalar District and Makassar City, South Sulawesi-indonesia

Researchers surveyed marine debris on coastal areas in Takalar District, Indonesia, finding plastic as the dominant material type. Short-term monitoring of beach litter provides baseline data for understanding local plastic inputs to the ocean.

2019 Jurnal Ilmu Kelautan SPERMONDE 14 citations
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Distribution of Marine debris in Coral Reef Ecosystems on Mules Island, Sawu Marine National Park

This study mapped the distribution and types of marine debris in the coral reef ecosystem around Mules Island in Sawu Marine National Park, Indonesia. Plastic waste was the dominant debris type, threatening the biodiversity and ecosystem services of this protected marine area. The findings highlight the need for better waste management in coastal communities adjacent to protected marine parks.

2023 JURNAL BIOLOGI TROPIS 2 citations
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Microplastics contamination in three species of marine fish harvested by coastal land trawl in Banda Aceh City and Aceh Besar Regency waters, Indonesia

Researchers analyzed microplastic contamination in three marine fish species caught by coastal land trawl in Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar, Indonesia, over a three-month sampling period across three sites to assess plastic pollution risk in coastal fisheries.

2024 Global NEST Journal 1 citations
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Distribution and Types of Microplastics in Coastal Sediments of Sepanjang Beach

Researchers characterised the distribution and types of microplastics in coastal sediments of Sepanjang Beach, Indonesia, examining microplastic presence in relation to gastropod digestive tract contamination in the local marine environment.

2025 Sriwijaya Journal of Environment
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Sources, spatial distribution, and abundance of marine debris on Thondi coast, Palk Bay, Southeast coast of India

Researchers surveyed marine debris abundance and composition on Thondi coast in Palk Bay, India, finding that plastic was the dominant litter type linked to local fishing, aquaculture, and agricultural activities, with seasonal variation in debris loads.

2021 Environmental Sciences Europe 33 citations
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Microplastic in Beach Sediment of Nasi Island, Aceh Besar Regency, Indonesia

Researchers analyzed microplastic abundance, morphology, and polymer composition in beach sediments from two beaches on Nasi Island, Aceh Besar Regency, Indonesia, using dry sieve fractionation, microscopy, and FTIR spectroscopy. They found fragments, films, and fibers across both beaches, with peak abundance of 2,651 particles/kg at the finest sieve fraction (0.063 mm), and identified PETE, polystyrene, and LDPE as the dominant polymer types.

2024 BIO Web of Conferences
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Indonesia's Policy in Addressing Marine Debris

This review examines the scale of marine debris — predominantly plastic — as a serious threat to ocean ecosystems, marine life, and fishing economies in Indonesia, one of the world's largest plastic-polluting nations. The paper evaluates Indonesia's existing policies (improved waste management, public education) and finds them insufficient, recommending a comprehensive, coordinated national approach. Indonesia's marine plastic challenge is a bellwether for the broader global problem of plastic waste reaching the ocean.

2023 International Journal Of Humanities Education and Social Sciences (IJHESS) 1 citations
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Karakteristik dan Sebaran Sampah Terdampar di Kawasan Pesisir Taman Nasional Bali Barat

This study characterized marine debris washed ashore in a national park in Bali, Indonesia, cataloging the types and distribution of litter across the coastline. The findings highlight how high-population and tourism activity contributes to coastal plastic contamination even in protected conservation areas.

2021 Journal of Marine Research and Technology 12 citations
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Spatial distribution of marine debris in mangrove ecosystem of Pantai Indah Kapuk, Jakarta

Researchers surveyed marine debris in the mangrove ecosystem of Pantai Indah Kapuk in Jakarta, finding that plastic items made up 77.7% of all macro debris followed by styrofoam at 18.1%. Microplastics were also assessed in sediments, establishing baseline contamination data for this urban mangrove system.

2014 International Journal of Bonorowo Wetlands 48 citations
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Effects of seasonal variation on the characteristics of stranded marine debris within Rambut Island Wildlife Reserve, Indonesia

A survey of marine debris on the beaches and mangroves of Pulau Rambut Wildlife Reserve in Indonesia found that plastic dominated debris loads, with single-use plastics like styrofoam, sachets, and packaging most prevalent. The study provides baseline data showing that even protected wildlife areas accumulate substantial plastic pollution, underscoring the need for upstream plastic reduction to protect sensitive coastal and mangrove ecosystems.

2024 Jurnal Kelautan Tropis 2 citations
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Microplastic characteristics in several land covers in Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar

Microplastic accumulation was characterized in soils across five different land cover types in Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar, Indonesia, including sports facilities, agricultural land, urban forest, community parks, and cropland edges. The study identified spatial differences in microplastic abundance and characteristics across land use types, contributing to limited data from Indonesian terrestrial environments.

2024 BIO Web of Conferences 1 citations
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Microplastic Contaminant in Indonesia: A review on Debris, Exposure, Health Risk and Future Perspective

This Indonesian review collates data on microplastic contamination across the country's marine and coastal environments, documenting debris in fish, shellfish, and seawater, and assessing exposure and health risks for the Indonesian population. Given Indonesia's status as one of the world's largest sources of ocean plastic waste, the findings underscore both local exposure risks and the country's critical role in global microplastic pollution.

2023 IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science 1 citations
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Plastic pollution research in Indonesia: state of science and future research directions to reduce impacts

This meta-analysis maps the current state of plastic pollution research across Indonesia, one of the world's top sources of ocean plastic waste. It identifies which regions and environments have been studied and where major data gaps remain. The findings can guide targeted research and policy interventions to reduce plastic — and microplastic — contamination in one of the most biodiverse marine regions on Earth.

2021 18 citations