Kurniawati Hasjanah, Author at IESR

CNBC | Good Bye Coal, Here’s Backbone of Indonesia’s Energy Future

Media Coverage28 July 2023126Views 0Likes 0Comments

According to the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), solar energy is expected to be crucial in achieving a zero-emission energy system by 2050. The think tank estimates that solar energy could make up as much as 61% of the total electricity source by 2060. Read more on CNBC.

Kompas | Accelerate Transition, Solar Energy Becomes Choice

Media Coverage28 July 2023127Views 0Likes 0Comments

Solar energy is a renewable source of power that has the potential to speed up the transition to clean energy in our country. This acceleration is crucial as we urgently need to take action to combat the climate crisis. However, achieving this requires the right technology and significant market demand. Read more on Kompas.

IESR: Indonesia Needs a New Strategy to Achieve 23% Renewable Energy Mix by 2025

Press Release27 July 2023708Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, July 27, 2023 - In facing the challenges of climate change and striving for sustainable national growth, the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) assesses that accelerating renewable energy development has become necessary. Through the National Energy Policy (KEN), the Indonesian government has set a target of increasing the share of primary renewable energy…

Jakarta Globe | ASEAN Has Great Potential to Become Solar PV Manufacturing Hub: Expert

Media Coverage26 July 2023110Views 0Likes 0Comments

Energy expert Fabby Tumiwa said on Tuesday that ASEAN should develop its solar photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing facility as the technology is set to become a hot commodity globally in the future. Read more on Jakarta Globe.

Continuous Effort in Paving the Way for Solar Energy in Indonesia

Press Release26 July 2023216Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, July 26, 2023 - The Indonesia Solar Summit 2023, hosted by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and co-hosted by think tank Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), affirms the commitment to accelerate solar deployment in the country. Solar energy has made it significantly into Indonesia's NZE pathway, projected at 61% of total…

Neraca | Transition to Clean Energy – Save Around 180 Thousand Lives in Indonesia

Media Coverage25 July 2023121Views 0Likes 0Comments

According to a recent study titled "Health Benefits of Just Energy Transition and Coal Phase-out in Indonesia" by the Center for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) and the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), terminating new coal-fired power projects and shutting down existing coal-fired power plants in Indonesia by 2040 can prevent 180,000…

Kontan | Electric Vehicles Incentives Still Lack of Enthusiasts, Says Observer

Media Coverage25 July 2023104Views 0Likes 0Comments

The government's electric vehicle incentive program, aimed at promoting the purchase of new electric motorbikes or conversion to electric, has yet to meet its expectations due to slow distribution. Read more on Kontan.

ASEAN Solar Summit 2023 Calls for ASEAN Leadership for Acceleration of Solar Energy in the Southeast Asia

Press Release25 July 2023133Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, July 25, 2023 - Indonesia, as the current chair of the Association of Southeast Asia Nations (ASEAN) has taken a significant stride towards a sustainable and greener future with the successful inauguration of the ASEAN Solar Summit 2023. This momentous event, organized by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, in collaboration with the…

Republika | Natural Gas and Energy Transition

Media Coverage24 July 2023130Views 0Likes 0Comments

Natural gas plays a crucial role in the transition from fossil fuels to new and renewable energy (NRE). It serves as an alternative energy source in the ongoing shift towards NRE. Read more on Republika.

Kompas | List of CFPPs Have Greatest Impact on Health Costs

Media Coverage21 July 2023123Views 0Likes 0Comments

Coal-fired power plants (PLTU) are one of the largest greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions sources. In addition to producing emissions, coal-fired power plants emit air pollutants that harm health. Read more on Kompas.

ANTARA | ESDM Ministry Commits to Supporting Renewable Energy Transition

Media Coverage19 July 2023121Views 0Likes 0Comments

The Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Ministry's coordinator for electricity environmental protection, Bayu Nugroho, has affirmed the ministry's commitment to supporting efforts to transition to new and renewable energy (EBT) to reduce pollution in Indonesia. Read more on ANTARA.

Koran Jakarta | Jakarta’s Air Quality Again The Worst in World

Media Coverage18 July 2023122Views 0Likes 0Comments

Executive Director of the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), Fabby Tumiwa, said the poor air quality was due to the increasing number of sources of pollution, from motorized vehicles, emissions, and exhaust gases from steam power plants (PLTU) around Jakarta, as well as air pollution in industry and waste burning. Read more on Koran Jakarta.