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Comprehensively Monitoring the Energy Transition

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Yogyakarta, June 4, 2025 – The energy transition towards renewable sources is key to reducing Indonesia’s dependence on coal while encouraging a sustainable economy. In the Public Seminar on Coal Policy Reform organized by the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) in collaboration with the Center for Energy Studies (PSE) of Gadjah Mada University (UGM)…

Regional Webinar Driving Decarbonization: Understanding Carbon Markets in the Asian Regions

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Background Global temperatures are set to surpass the 1.5°C threshold above pre-industrial levels, a limit established to prevent the most catastrophic impacts of climate change. However, global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) fall significantly short. By 2030, emissions are projected to be reduced by only 11%, far below the necessary goal of halving…

Advancing Indonesia-China Strategic Partnership for Renewable Energy

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Beijing, June 10, 2025 – Commemorating 75 years of diplomatic relations between Indonesia and China, the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) believes that the strategic cooperation between the two countries should focus on accelerating energy transition, developing a green economy, and addressing global climate challenges. This was conveyed during the High-Level Dialogue: Advancing Indonesia–China…

RUPTL Potential to Ignite Indonesian Economy

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Jakarta, June 9, 2025 - The Indonesian government recently released the Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) which will be the guideline for the development of Indonesia's electricity in the next 10 years. The government through PLN plans to increase Indonesia's electricity capacity by 69.5 GW. Renewable energy is planned to dominate with a capacity of…

Harvesting Solar Energy at Bali’s Eastern Tip

Event Coverage29 May 2025105Views 0Likes 0Comments

Karangasem, May 22, 2025 – The sun hung fiercely overhead as the Jelajah Energi Bali (Bali Energy Exploration) delegations set foot in Kubu District on the fourth day of their journey. Kubu, located in Karangasem Regency at the easternmost tip of Bali, is known for its volcanic terrain and arid coastline. The soil…

Industrial Decarbonization Can Drive 8 Percent Economic Growth

Event Coverage28 May 2025199Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, May 26, 2025 – The Indonesian government is targeting gradual economic growth of 8% by 2029, placing the industrial sector as the main driver of this growth. However, global challenges such as protectionist policies and the climate crisis present obstacles that cannot be ignored. In response, the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) held…

Government Needs to Ensure Strategy to Achieve Renewable Energy Target in RUPTL 2025-2034

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Jakarta, May 27, 2025 – The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (KESDM) has just ratified the PLN Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) 2025–2034 on Monday (5/26). This latest RUPTL targets an increase in the capacity of new and renewable energy (EBT) power plants by 42.6 GW (61%) and 10.3 GW (15%)…

Exploring Energy Independent Villages in Bali’s Journey Toward Net Zero Emissions 2045

Event Coverage24 May 2025166Views 0Likes 0Comments

Gianyar, May 21, 2025 – The development of renewable energy has become a crucial step in Bali’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions (NZE) by 2045. Long celebrated for its natural beauty and rich culture, the Island of the Gods is now transforming into a pioneer of clean energy transition in Indonesia. The growing urgency…

Exploring the Utilization of Solar Energy on the Island of the Gods

Event Coverage23 May 2025147Views 0Likes 0Comments

Denpasar, May 21, 2025 - The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) in collaboration with the Bali Province Manpower and Energy and Mineral Resources Office held the Bali Energy Exploration, an event to explore the potential and implementation of renewable energy on the Island of the Gods. The Bali Energy Exploration was held from Tuesday,…

Encouraging the Future of NTT with Renewable Energy

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Kupang, 6 May 2025 – East Nusa Tenggara (NTT), with its vast natural potential, is now moving towards a greener and more sustainable future. One of the biggest visions being developed by the government and various stakeholders is to achieve Net Zero Emissions (NZE) by 2050. This is not just an aspiration, but a concrete…

Navigating the Path Toward the East Nusa Tenggara Net-Zero Emissions Roadmap 2050

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Kupang, 5 May 2025 – East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) is one of the regions in Indonesia with significant potential for developing renewable energy, such as solar, micro-hydro, and biomass energy. NTT possesses high renewable energy potential. Preliminary analysis from the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) shows solar energy potential of 338.59 GWp, mini and…

Opportunities for Youth in Sustainable Employment

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Semarang, May 3, 2025 - The climate crisis is one of the biggest challenges facing the world today. However, amidst these challenges, there is a great opportunity for Indonesia to transform towards clean and sustainable energy. Behind this opportunity, there is one important force that must not be forgotten, namely young people. Executive Director of…