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Green Building: A Genuine Solution for Sustainable Cities

Blog13 December 20242KViews 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…

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

Press Release12 December 20241KViews 0Likes 0Comments

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…

Mineral Downstreaming Critical for Self-Reliance in Clean Energy Development

Blog11 December 20243KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, 10 December 2024 - Mineral downstreaming is a strategic step taken by the Government of Indonesia to provide added value in optimizing the economic benefits of domestic mineral resources and supporting the energy transition towards net-zero emission (NZE). The downstream program has an important role in the management of critical minerals. There are 47…

Industry Visit: Notes from a Local Solar Module Manufacturer in Indonesia

Event Coverage9 December 20244KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, 9 December 2024 - Increased greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels are a major contributor to global warming. To combat this, transitioning to clean energy sources is a necessary step. Solar power plants can be one of the solutions to create a cleaner and more sustainable world. Based on the data IRENA…

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

Press Release6 December 20246KViews 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…

After COP-29: Indonesia Needs to Strengthen Climate Policy and Financing for Energy Transition

Press Release4 December 20245KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, December 3, 2024 - The 29th Conference of the Parties on Climate Change (COP-29), originally expected to be a “Climate Finance” COP to support developing countries in climate mitigation and adaptation, produced decisions that did not meet expectations. Developed countries only agreed to mobilize USD 300 billion per year in climate finance by 2035,…

Monitoring Indonesia’s Second NDC: A Closer Look at Indonesia’s Climate Ambitions and Performance in 2024

Blog30 November 20248KViews 0Likes 0Comments

As the world nears the 10 year anniversary of the Paris Agreement , the urgency for more ambitious climate action has never been greater as the First Global Stocktake reveals a bitter reality: the world remains off track to meet the goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C ( UNFCCC, 2024 ).…

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

Press Release28 November 20246KViews 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…

Launch and Discussion of Indonesia Energy Transition Outlook 2025

27 November 20243KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Beyond Rhetoric: Delivery Decarbonization of Energy Sector in the Uncertain World Background In 2024, there are Indonesian government policies intended to support the energy transition. There are several important policies such as the Revised Rooftop Solar PV Regulation, the review of the draft Government Regulation on National Energy Policy (RPP KEN) that revises the national…

Bali Towards Energy Independence and Sustainable Development

Blog26 November 20245KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Debate Notes for Candidates for Governor and Deputy Governor of Bali 2024 Bali Province can serve as a concrete example of how a region with a high dependency on tourism can transition to sustainable development without compromising economic growth. The Bali Net Zero Emission (NZE) 2045 initiative declared by the Bali Provincial Government on August…

Driving Future Solutions for Green Mobility

Event Coverage25 November 20242KViews 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, November 25, 2024 - Over the past year, Jakarta's air quality has been in the spotlight, especially with the spike in pollution that has a major impact on public health. Executive Director of the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), Fabby Tumiwa, mentioned that air pollution is a “silent killer” that contributes to many…

Public Discussion: Exploring the Commitment of Regional Head Candidates in the Energy Transition in South Sumatra

Event Coverage23 November 20241KViews 0Likes 0Comments

South Sumatra, 22 November 2024 - South Sumatra Province is one of the five largest coal producing provinces in Indonesia, and continues to record significant production increases, with a target in 2024 to reach 131.28 million tons, up 24% from the previous year. With the urgency of the energy transition, the complexity of transforming energy…