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Green Building: A Genuine Solution for Sustainable Cities

Blog13 December 202472Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, December 11, 2024 - Green building is not just a futuristic concept, but also a genuine solution in driving the urban energy transition. By prioritizing energy efficiency, the use of renewable energy technologies, and sustainable construction practices, green buildings can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This was revealed by Malindo Wardana, Sustainable Energy Transition…

RE100: Driving the Clean Energy Transition in Indonesia

Blog10 December 2024116Views 0Likes 1Comment

Jakarta, December 10, 2024 - The climate crisis has transcended being merely an environmental concern; it now stands as one of the most formidable challenges facing the business world. Extreme weather events, rising sea levels, and the escalating impacts of climate change threaten the very foundation of business continuity. Adopting sustainable business practices is no…

IETO 2025: Indonesia’s Energy Transition at a Crossroads Due to Weak Political Commitment

Press Release6 December 2024392Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, December 5, 2024 - The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) has consistently monitored the development and direction of Indonesia's energy transition as outlined in the Indonesia Energy Transition Outlook (IETO) 2025 report published since 2018. IESR highlights that despite the government's pledge to reduce emissions and increase the utilization of renewable energy, the…

Energy Transition in the Electricity Sector to Support Energy Independence in Remote Areas

Press Release28 November 2024392Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta 22 November 2024 - The Journey to achieve Indonesia’s energy independence and security could be supported through utilization of renewable energy as one of the sources of electricity supply. Through President Prabowo's directives mentioned during his Inauguration Speech (20/10/2024), Indonesia will focus on renewable energy management to achieve energy independence and security in accordance…

Renewable Energy Development Needs to be Accompanied by Energy Transition Strategy to Prevent Global Temperature Rise of 1.5 degrees

Press Release14 November 2024113Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, November 14, 2024 - The Indonesian government plans to build 100 Gigawatts (GW) of power plants with 75 percent of capacity from renewable energy until 2040, which requires an investment of USD 235 billion or Rp3,710 trillion (exchange rate of Rp15,790.62/USD). The Head of the Indonesian Delegation presented this plan to the…

Public Discussion on Indonesia’s Climate Responsibility: Examining the SNDC Target and the Path to 1.5 Degrees Celsius Compatibility

11 November 202471Views 0Likes 0Comments

Background COP 28 produced one of the most important decisions regarding the first Global Stocktake (GST-1), which states that the policies and actions carried out by countries in the world are still unable to hold back the increase in average global temperature by 1.5 degrees Celsius - in line with the Paris Agreement. According to…

The Bali Coalition for Net-Zero Emissions Highlights the Importance of a Grassroots Approach to Climate Adaptation and Mitigation in Bali

Press Release28 October 2024182Views 0Likes 0Comments

Ubud, October 27, 2024 - The Province of Bali, through the launch of the Bali Net Zero Emissions initiative in August 2023, has reinforced its commitment to becoming a leading province in achieving the net zero emissions target by 2045. This pledge reflects the Bali Governor’s Regulation No. 45 of 2019 on Bali Clean Energy…

Awaiting Homework for the Elected Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources

Blog18 October 202491Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, October 17, 2024 - Ahead of the announcement and inauguration of the new cabinet for 2024-2029, a number of names are predicted to fill various strategic positions in the cabinet. The appointment of this personnel is crucial because it will determine various national strategic agendas for at least the next five years. The development…

Encouraging Green Industry Grow

Event Coverage30 August 2024175Views 0Likes 0Comments

Surakarta, August 28, 2024 - In the midst of an increasingly apparent climate crisis, the growth of green industries that prioritize sustainability needs to be a major focus in economic development in Central Java. The province has great potential to develop green industries due to its rich natural resources, including renewable energy, such as solar…

Discovering the Meanings of Carbon Tax, and What is Covered by Carbon Tax?

Blog30 August 2024126Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, August 30, 2024 - As the climate crisis becomes more apparent, the Government of Indonesia is committed to reducing emissions to contribute to achieving net zero emissions (NZE) by 2060 or sooner. One of these commitments is the implementation of a carbon tax. Carbon tax is a tax imposed on any product or goods…

Workshop and Capacity Building for Civil Society Organizations (CSO) Phase 2

24 June 2024182Views 0Likes 0Comments

Workshop on New Technologies in the Energy Transition Stage of the Draft RPJPN 2025-2045 with Civil Society Organizations Phase 2: Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Battery Storage System (BESS), Carbon Capture Storage (CCS), and Retirement Plan for Steam Power Plant (PLTU) Background In the draft National Long-Term Development Plan (RPJPN) 2025-2045, the Indonesian government outlines…

Road to Youth Climate Conference Webinar: Climate Change, Industry and Lifestyle

15 March 2024133Views 0Likes 0Comments

Tayangan Tunda Background The impacts of climate change have become a serious threat to the lives of children and youth. A study conducted by Save the Children in 2020 found that children born in 2020 experienced disasters 3.4 times more frequently than their grandparents born in 1960. The disasters involved climate change, such as…