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The LNG Floating Storage Regasification Unit (FSRU) project in Sidakarya and Sanur, Bali, poses challenges for traditional fishermen Wayan Puja and Putu Ariana. Both fishermen have witnessed declining fish catches due to environmental changes and increased unpredictability of the sea.

Puja, who has been fishing since 1997, reports a drastic reduction in ornamental fish catches, with some days yielding only four fish. Ariana, who has fished for 15 years, notes that he now often struggles to catch enough fish, forcing him to adapt by becoming a fishing guide for tourists.

The FSRU project, part of Bali’s clean energy strategy, is expected to supply up to 50 million cubic feet of gas per day, potentially disrupting local marine ecosystems. As the project progresses, community concerns about the impact on their livelihoods and cultural practices grow. Traditional fishing continues to be a vital source of income, though pressures from tourism and environmental degradation threaten its sustainability.