Hendra Pratama

About the Author

Hendra Pratama is an Indonesian environmental economist and researcher dedicated to the sustainable management of natural resources, with a particular focus on the economic valuation of water services in river basins. Holding advanced degrees in environmental science and economics, he has spent over a decade conducting field studies and quantitative analyses to assess the total economic value of water ecosystems and community willingness to pay for their preservation. His work bridges academic research and policy recommendations, advocating for integrated watershed management to support local livelihoods and biodiversity conservation in Indonesia's diverse landscapes. Through rigorous methodologies and data-driven insights, Pratama contributes to global discussions on environmental economics, emphasizing the importance of valuing intangible ecosystem services for informed decision-making.