Biographical Statement
Raldi Hendro Koestoer is a researcher, and lecturer at the School of Environmental Science, University of Indonesia; holds a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, University of Indonesia (1980 & 1982), Master degree in Regional Science, Univ. of Queensland, Australia (1986), and Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Environmental Science-Planning, Griffith University, Australia (1992); He has been a researcher & visiting professor at various universities/countries (1993-present) including: Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, India, China, Japan, South Korea, Austria, Germany, France, UK, Canada, Australia, Peru, Chile. Besides being a lecturer, he also has experience in various government positions, including as Indonesia’s Senior Official for IMT GT & BIMP EAGA (2009-2019), Principal Expert Policy Analyst (AKU, 2018-present), various positions at the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs (2006-2018); more recently, as an advisor and founder of several institutions, private and state-owned companies: Radian Group Indonesia, Kawasan Berikat (Persero), Enviro Total Solusi, Vinix Hoki Sejahtera, and PELNI (Persero); also active in the team of experts and coaches of the Indonesian Young Scientists Association (IYSA) and Indonesian Environmental Scientists Association (IESA).
Research Interests
Including urban and regional environment, spatial planning, sustainable development, environmental spatial modeling, and public policy.