The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) Secretariat, tasked with implementing a US$20 billion global effort to reduce carbon emissions in Indonesia, has made its investment plan available for public review.
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It cannot be denied that coal is still the main energy source for the electricity sector in Indonesia despite the demands of transition energy strengthens. Incentives for renewable energy are really needed if we want to displace coal, which has also been a source of economic turnover in a number of regions. Central-regional government coordination must also be strengthened.
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At the Belt and Road Forum meeting on Wednesday (18/10/2023), China announced that BRI projects will be small but smart by funding small-scale but more environmentally friendly projects.
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Indonesia's biggest geothermal company PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy, which is state-owned, is hoping to export clean energy to neighbouring countries as the region looks towards green alternatives and away from fossil fuels.
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There are many issues related to climate and energy diplomacy of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) member countries that have not touched the people.
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The government is asked to consider several things before retiring the coal-fired power plant (PLTU) early. This is mainly related to the livelihood of many people.
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The think tank Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) estimates that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the industrial sector will increase three to four times by 2060 if no intervention exists.
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The government plans to rely on carbon capture storage (CCS) technology to ensure a long-term electricity supply from coal-fired power plants. Through CCS, it is hoped that carbon emissions from coal-fired power plants can be minimized as much as possible.
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Blended financing, which combines multiple sources of funding, such as philanthropy, public, and private funds, is considered crucial in the energy transition. This financing scheme will make energy transition projects economically viable and attract more private investments, eventually turning the projects commercial.
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The government is demonstrating its commitment to accelerate the shutdown or retirement of coal-fired power plants. This comes after Finance Minister Sri Mulyani issued a new regulation stating that the funding for the shutdown of coal-fired power plants will come from the state budget (APBN).
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The government has set a target to achieve net zero emissions (NZE) by 2060. One of the measures taken is to reduce the use of fossil energy, especially from coal-fired power plants.
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During a bilateral meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in Beijing, President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo asked for support in developing renewable energy in Indonesia.
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