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Kompas | Incentives, Political Will, and Efforts to Move Away from Coal

Media Coverage31 October 2023303Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more…

Tirto | Modern Silk Road Budget Reduced, How Will Indonesia Fare?

Media Coverage30 October 2023309Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on Tirto.

CNA | With its Abudant Geothermal Reserves, Indonesia Aims to Harvest More Green Energy

Media Coverage27 October 2023334Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on CNA.

Kompas | ASEAN’s Climate and Energy Diplomacy Has Yet to Touch the People

Media Coverage27 October 2023316Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on Kompas.

IDX Channel | The Government Need Consider 4 Things to Early Retirement CFPP

Media Coverage27 October 2023344Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on IDX Channel.

Kompas | Industrial Emissions Could Quadruple by 2060, Here’s a Recommendation to Achieve NZE

Media Coverage26 October 2023321Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on Kompas.

Kontan | The Price of Electricity from Coal Power Plants Using CCS Can Be Expensive, Government Still Examining the Best Options

Media Coverage23 October 2023319Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on Kontan.

Kompas | Blended Financing as an ‘Incentive’ for Energy Transition Investments

Media Coverage23 October 2023354Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on Kompas.

Okezone | Shutting Down Coal-Fired Power Plants, Will the Electricity Supply in Indonesia Be Disrupted?

Media Coverage23 October 2023366Views 0Likes 1Comment

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). Read more on Okezone.

IDX Channel | The Government Must Reduce 9GW of Electricity from Coal-Fired Power Plants to Achieve NZE by 2060

Media Coverage23 October 2023244Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on IDX Channel.

Jakarta Post | Indonesia Seeks Chinese Investment for Energy Transition

Media Coverage23 October 2023357Views 0Likes 0Comments

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. Read more on Jakarta Post.

Tempo | Funding Becomes a Crucial Issue in Energy Transition, IESR Proposes Financing Partnership between Indonesia and China

Media Coverage23 October 2023510Views 0Likes 0Comments

Executive Director of the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), Fabby Tumiwa, mentioned that Indonesia needs approximately US$1 trillion in funding to achieve net zero emissions (NZE) by 2060. According to him, this funding is crucial and serves as the backbone for the energy transition in Indonesia. Read more on Tempo.