Tirta Nawasena
Team information
Desy Putri Utami
Master
Wageningen University and Research
William Partogi Hamonangan
Master
Wageningen University and Research
Safira Asy Syifa
Master
Wageningen University
Ragil Faiz Kurniawan
Bachelor
Wageningen University and Research
Laurentia Oktaviani Palupi
Master
Wageningen University and Research
Andi Muh Arif Rahman
Master
Wageningen University and Research
Charlos Andreas Parmonangan
Master
Wageningen University and Research
Asoka Sudwigunawan
Master
Wageningen University and Research
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About the team
Tirta Nawasena means water that gives brighter future.
Our vision for nature-positive future for Bangladesh
In envisioning a nature-positive future for Bangladesh by 2120, the focus is on harmonizing human activities with the environment to foster resilience and prosperity. This future sees the integration of blue-green coastal management, prioritizing ecological sustainability and long-term resilience. Technological advancements aid in creating resilient ecosystems, while community engagement ensures inclusive and sustainable development. The vision emphasizes the interconnectedness of natural systems and human well-being, safeguarding resources and societal interests for a thriving coastal region. Bangladesh leads in environmental efforts, with policies and innovations that integrate resilience into development planning. The nation stands as a model of harmony between nature and humanity, resilient in the face of change.
Our choices for a specific region
The proposed solution for the Tushkhali region involves developing circular biobased economies through mangrove shrimp polders, leveraging the area's proximity to the Sundarbans. Shrimp farming can be conducted using extensive or semi-intensive methods, utilizing natural tidal lands or controlled pond systems near mangroves. The local population, adept in agriculture and aquaculture, is expected to embrace advanced shrimp-farming practices. Challenges like vulnerability to climate change, exemplified by Cyclone Sidr in 2007, highlight the need for resilient solutions. Despite risks, community resilience and participation in climate-resilient practices suggest that mangrove shrimp polders could be a viable nature-based solution for Tushkhali.