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Synergy Of Ecological Awareness And Blue Economy Implementation In Achieving Fisheries Sustainability In Indramayu

Lathiefah Rabbaniyah, Mayang Riyantie, Eka Dewi Utari, Bayu Suhendry, Alifah Kusumaningrum, Dwi Ringga Edwid Dian Negara, Yeti Lastuti, Hanif Afif Naufal

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  • Lathiefah Rabbaniyah: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Mayang Riyantie: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Eka Dewi Utari: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Bayu Suhendry: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Alifah Kusumaningrum: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Dwi Ringga Edwid Dian Negara: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Yeti Lastuti: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
  • Hanif Afif Naufal: Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
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October 10, 2025
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This study explores the synergy between ecological awareness and the implementation of blue economy principles in achieving fisheries sustainability in Indramayu Regency, Indonesia. The coastal area of Indramayu is known for its abundant fisheries resources but faces various threats such as overfishing, marine pollution, and coastal environmental degradation. Using a descriptive and correlational quantitative approach, this research analyzes the influence of two main variables, ecological awareness and blue economy implementation, on fisheries sustainability. Multiple linear regression was employed as it enables the simultaneous testing of more than one independent variable on a dependent variable. Data were collected from 45 active fishers in Karangsong Village, selected based on their direct involvement in fisheries activities. The regression results indicate that ecological awareness has a significant influence on fisheries sustainability (coefficient = 0.633; p < 0.01), followed by blue economy implementation (coefficient = 0.253; p < 0.01), with a simultaneous contribution of 66.1% to the variation in fisheries sustainability. The practical implications of this study highlight the need to enhance environmental education, strengthen the capacity of coastal communities, and optimize supporting infrastructure to ensure more equitable implementation of blue economy principles. These findings underscore that the success of sustainable fisheries strategies requires a combination of ecological awareness and community-based policy support.

Author Biographies
Lathiefah Rabbaniyah

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, East Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Mayang Riyantie

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, East Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Eka Dewi Utari

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, East Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Bayu Suhendry

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, East Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Alifah Kusumaningrum

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, East Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Dwi Ringga Edwid Dian Negara

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, East Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Yeti Lastuti

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, East Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Hanif Afif Naufal

Universitas Negeri Jakarta

Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Negeri Jakarta, East Jakarta, Special Capital Region of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Article Identifiers
  • Article Title: Synergy Of Ecological Awareness And Blue Economy Implementation In Achieving Fisheries Sustainability In Indramayu
  • DOI: 10.59431/ijer.v5i2.609
  • Publication Date: 2025-10-10
  • Journal: Indonesian Journal Economic Review (IJER)
  • Volume: 5
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 249-257
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Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Year: 2025
Published: 2025-10-10
Pages: 249-257
Section: Articles
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Rabbaniyah, L., Riyantie, M., Utari, E. D., Suhendry, B., Kusumaningrum, A., Negara, D. R. E. D., Lastuti, Y., & Naufal, H. A. (2025). Synergy Of Ecological Awareness And Blue Economy Implementation In Achieving Fisheries Sustainability In Indramayu. Indonesian Journal Economic Review (IJER), 5(2), 249-257. https://doi.org/10.59431/ijer.v5i2.609
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