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Research Report Launching “Individual Carbon Footprint Patterns Based on Demographic Profiles in Urban, Suburban, and Rural Areas on Java Island”

Background The climate crisis we face today is the result of accumulated greenhouse gas emissions from various sectors, including everyday individual activities. According to the IPCC report, to limit global warming to below 1.5°C, global emissions need to be reduced by 43% by 2030 compared to 2019 levels. Individual contributions become increasingly important in this…

Energy Independence from Indonesia’s Islands

Event Coverage3 July 2025337Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, June 30, 2025 - PLN's 2025-2034 Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) has set a target of adding 42.6 GW of renewable energy capacity and 10.3 energy storage systems. Along with the increase in renewable energy capacity, it is necessary to develop a transmission network that is able to accommodate and operate the energy system…

Understanding Carbon Markets in Pakistan and Indonesia

Event Coverage1 July 2025492Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, 26 June 2025 - The Asian region faces a significant climate finance gap despite being a major contributor to global emissions. Based on data from the Indonesia Monetary Fund (IMF) 2024, the region needs around USD 1.1 trillion annually to meet climate change mitigation and adaptation targets. However, current investments have only reached around…

Advancing Indonesia-China Strategic Partnership for Renewable Energy

Press Release10 June 2025782Views 0Likes 0Comments

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

Blog10 June 2025683Views 0Likes 0Comments

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 2025220Views 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 2025364Views 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

Press Release27 May 20253KViews 0Likes 1Comment

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 2025304Views 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 2025281Views 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

Event Coverage8 May 2025619Views 0Likes 0Comments

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

Event Coverage7 May 2025265Views 0Likes 0Comments

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…