This Op-Ed connects Nature-based Solutions with a spatial approach for more effective multi-disaster mitigation, specifically in Palangka Raya. The city, located in Central Kalimantan, faces a range of hazards, including drought, land fires, and floods, due to its geographical location. These hazards were then exacerbated by climate change, such as the El Nino Southern Oscillation, a climate anomaly. The article explores Palangka Raya’s disaster risks, existing mitigation strategies, implementation of NbS, and challenges in implementing these strategies. The spatial approach provides benefits such as maps used as communication tools, diverse prioritization for different locations, and improved mitigation implementation strategy. The combination of NbS and the spatial approach would offer possibilities for further research and investments to promote community resilience. The article emphasises the need for collaborative efforts amongst the government agencies, private stakeholders, industries, and communities to harness NbS for enhanced resilience in Palangka Raya City.

This Op-Ed discusses the Greater Bogor Area’s Landslide Susceptibility and Vulnerability Identification in 2020. Indonesia grapples with a substantial landslide problem, notably in Jawa Barat province, including the Greater Bogor Area, where landslides ranked as the third most frequent disaster from 2014 to 2023. These events cause severe damage, such as loss of life, property damage, and extensive economic costs. Several aspects are reviewed regarding this issue: landslide exposure mapping, geological, geomorphological, land use, rainfall, and anthropogenic. The Greater Bogor Area is analysed as a case study, employing zonation through the weighted overlay method to identify areas with varying susceptibility levels. Vulnerability assessment highlights that densely populated urban zones are often situated in high-susceptibility areas, posing a significant risk. To mitigate these risks and enhance resilience, stakeholders should consider capacity-building initiatives, urban planning strategies, and post-disaster efforts, ultimately contributing to a more resilient society.

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