Several steam power plants in Indonesia are set to retire soon due to the Just Energy Transition Partnership's (JETP) funding scheme for energy transition, despite several giant power plants still being operational.
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The government will build a Super Grid, a giant electricity network infrastructure network, to encourage the development of new and renewable energy and maintain the stability and security of the electricity system.
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Jakarta, 2 August 2023 - During the G20 Summit in November 2022, Indonesia received a Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) funding commitment from International Partners Group (IPG) countries in the amount of USD 20 billion. JETP is a cooperation mechanism for climate finance, and Indonesia is the second country to receive this funding commitment after…
Jakarta, 25 July 2023 - Southeast Asia has emerged as a focal point for both economic development, and energy growth. The increasing energy demand within the ASEAN region is to be expected to be met through the expansion of renewable energy. Notably, certain ASEAN countries have achieved noteworthy progress in renewable energy development, exemplified by…
Kahfi sat in a coffee shop in Semarang, and his eyes focused on the laptop monitor in the corner. He periodically leaned in to check his incoming emails and ensure all the reports had been sent out. He appeared serious about his work.
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Jakarta, July 27, 2023 - The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) and the International Clean Energy Forum (ICEF) hosted an expert discussion webinar to discuss the strategies to achieve 23% renewable energy in 2025. The online discussion is part of the Road to Indonesia Energy Transition Dialogue (IETD) which will be held on 18-20…
Semarang, 4 July 2023 - Electricity is not only the essential need for households, but also drives economic activity to a large industrial scale. In addition to the need for a reliable electricity supply, large-scale industries are starting to pay attention to the source of the electricity supply. In fact, for export-oriented industries, the production…
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…
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…
Bali, July 21, 2023 - As part of the joint effort and commitment towards a clean Bali, post-pandemic economic recovery, and addressing the challenges of the climate crisis, Purpose Climate Lab presents KemBali Becik as one of the solutions for recovery. The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) is also participating in the KemBali Becik Campaign…
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.
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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.
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