Seminar: Accelerating Energy Transition in Southeast Asia and The Role of ASEAN Chairmanship Malaysia

Background Southeast Asia stands as the fifth-largest economy in the world, with a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of approximately USD 3.8 trillion in 2023. The region's economy is projected to triple by 2050, reinforcing its role as a major global economic player. However, this rapid economic expansion is expected to drive a significant increase in…

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100 Days of Prabowo-Gibran: Opportunities to Accelerate Indonesia’s Energy Transition

Jakarta, January 22, 2025 - The administration of President Prabowo Subianto and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka will complete 100 days on January 28, 2025. The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) believes that while the government has expressed enthusiasm for achieving energy independence and aiming for zero emissions before 2060, this commitment has not…

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Collaboration Towards Bali Net Zero Emission 2045: The Role of Students, Technology, and Renewable Energy

Bali, December 10, 2024 – As one of the world’s premier tourist destinations, Bali is currently facing significant challenges associated with the intensifying climate crisis. Threats such as rising sea levels, extreme weather patterns, and increasing pressure on natural resources have underscored the urgent need for a transition to net-zero emissions, a goal outlined in…

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MoU Signing with BRIGC: IESR Fosters China and Indonesia Cooperation for Climate Goal and Energy Transition

IESR Executive Director Fabby Tumiwa  (left) and BRIGC Secretary General Ciu Dandan (right) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Beijing, witnessed by the Vice Minister of China's Ministry of Ecology and Environment. Beijing, China, December 13, 2024- Strengthening Indonesia’s climate ambitions and accelerating the energy transition require close international collaboration, including with China…

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Reflecting on the UK’s Experience in Integrating Renewable Energy in its Power Grid

Jakarta, 11 December 2024- The Indonesian government acknowledges the importance of fostering the decarbonization of the energy system as it brings environmental, social, and economic benefits to the nation. The integral part of energy transition is underscored in the National Long‐Term Development Plan (RPJPN) 2025–2045, where it is identified as a key game-changer for Indonesia's…

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IETO 2025: Status and Progress of Indonesia’s Energy Transition

Jakarta, December 5, 2024 - The progress of Indonesia's energy transition throughout 2024 has stalled. The government's move to revise the National Energy Policy has actually lowered the target for achieving renewable energy from 23% to 17-19 percent in 2025. Indonesia's energy transition status has not moved from the consolidation stage. Fabby Tumiwa, Executive Director…

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Civil Society Notes for COP29

Jakarta, December 3, 2024 - Global climate action needs to be consolidated and monitored from time to time to ensure that emission reduction targets and funding mobilization are achieved. Global forums such as the Conference of the Parties (COP) are one of the multilateral forums that can encourage the implementation of coherent global climate policies.…

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