In Indonesia, petrified wood has given rise to a thriving cottage industry, supporting local economies through the excavation, transport, and processing of fossilized wood. This natural resource is typically extracted by hand using traditional, small-scale mining methods that emphasize eco-friendly practices. Artisanal miners—often from nearby communities—employ simple, non-mechanized tools such as shovels, pickaxes, hammers, chisels, and winches to recover fossil wood, especially large petrified logs, from riverbeds and banks. These low-impact techniques, used in both surface and shallow underground mining, reflect a commitment to environmental stewardship. As part of Indonesia’s broader green mining sector, this industry contributes significantly to GDP growth and job creation, while promoting social responsibility throughout the entire supply chain—from ethical extraction to the crafting of high-quality petrified wood products.