Analisis Eksplorasi Tambang Ilegal di Kampung Kalian Luar, Kabupaten Kutai Barat

Abstract

This research examines “illegal” mining in Kalian Luar village, West Kutai District. This research employed descriptive qualitative method with data collection carried out through interviews, observation, and documentary study. Research findings show that “illegal” mining occurs due to the existence of a village government rule legalizing community mining, despite District Regulations prohibiting such mining. This reflects the absence of coordination between District and Village governments, impeding the proper implementation of mining regulations. Community members being uninformed or misinformed about local mining regulations, combined with the absence of sanctions, allow continuation of such mining activities.

Impact of Illegal Oil Mining: What Should Government Do?

“…These two factors are considered by investors to invest in the mining sector, bearing in mind that until now the practice of illegal mining of oil wells is still very widespread in Indonesia, especially in the Musi Banyuasin Regency area. The rampant practice of illegal oil well mining has resulted in an unfavorable investment climate because illegal oil well mining activities are not only detrimental to the state but can also be detrimental to mining companies that have official permits from the government given that there is no guarantee of legal certainty (District et al, 2021).…”