Community adaptation to climate change on burn-prone peatlands: A case study in wetland area of South Kalimantan

Abstract Peatland fires always occur repeatedly, especially in the dry season. The long dry season has resulted in the expansion of burned peatlands. Communities on peatlands prone to fire need to adapt to climate change. The purpose of this study is to analyze the adaptation made by the community to face climate change in peatland areas that are prone to burning. Data collection in this study will use field observations, interviews, and secondary data related to the adaptation carried out by the community. The informant in this study was a volunteer community member who joined the Fire Care Community (MPA) in the Banjarbaru area, a fire-prone area in South Kalimantan. The results showed that various forms of adaptation have been carried out by the community, including managing peatlands appropriately and innovations to avoid drought and fires in the dry season. They have local knowledge and local traditions in recognizing climate change that will impact fires on peatlands. The existence of drilled wells and various fire suppression technologies is a form of adaptation the community makes to fires that often occur in the dry season. Through various adaptations carried out by these communities, they can reduce the risk of peatland fires due to climate change.