JPNN.com, JAKARTA - Pengamat energi dan ekonomi energi Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Fahmy Radhi menilai sudah selazimnya industri pertambangan kerap merusak lingkungan.
The text argues that while environmental damage is an inherent risk in the mining industry, the recent conviction in the Bangka Belitung tin corruption case reinforces this perception. This could make entrepreneurs hesitant to engage in mining due to the fear of facing legal repercussions and environmental backlash.
The focus is on the message sent by the court verdict, rather than simply acknowledging the environmental challenges of mining. The author suggests that while addressing environmental damage through reclamation is crucial, the heavy judicial response may be discouraging potential investors in the mining sector.
