Bali launches six low-emission zones under the Kerthi Bhumi Satwika plan

Governor Koster unveiled the Kerthi Bhumi Satwika program, designating six low-emission zones in Bali: Ubud, the Nusa Penida Islands, Nusa Dua, Kuta, Sanur and the Gajah Mada Cultural Heritage Area in Denpasar. Each zone has a tailored focus—Ubud will prioritize cultural and environmental tourism, Nusa Penida aims to safeguard its ecosystem, while Nusa Dua, Kuta and Sanur are tasked with embedding eco-friendly tourism practices.

The Gajah Mada area seeks to merge historic preservation with sustainable urban growth. The policy ties spatial planning to greenhouse-gas reduction and broader clean-energy goals across energy, transport and waste management, structured around five strategic pillars: green energy, green transportation, green ecosystems, green tourism industry and green society. Koster emphasized that consistent execution and cross-sector coordination are essential, calling for participation from tourism operators, traditional villages, local residents, research institutions and the wider public. The program supports Bali’s development vision Nangun Sat Kerthi Loka Bali and aligns with the Future Bali Development Guidelines and the 100-Year Bali New Era roadmap for 2025-2125.