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Strategy to Preserve Mangrove Forest by Establishing Ecotourism Area

Press Release30 September 2024159Views 0Likes 0Comments

Cirebon, September 28, 2024- RW 09 Kesunean Selatan has a mangrove forest area of 7.5 hectares, which can serve as a natural fortress that protects the area from flooding and tidal floods. However, the area continues to shrink due to other pressures, such as clearing paths to the sea, cutting down trees, and expanding settlements…

Review the Effectiveness of State Budget Allocation for Energy Transition

Press Release27 September 2024286Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, September 26, 2024 - The Indonesian government issued the Minister of Finance Regulation (PMK) Number 103 of 2023 on October 13, 2023. PMK No.103/2023 aims to provide fiscal support through a funding and financing framework to accelerate the energy transition in the electricity sector. Based on the Climate Policy Implementation Check 2024 assessment conducted…

Encouraging Renewable Energy Development Through Joint Transmission Utilization

Press Release26 September 2024200Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, 25 September 2024 - The establishment of a transmission network joint utilization scheme (wheeling) to accelerate the utilization of renewable energy in the New Energy and Renewable Energy Bill (EBET Bill) is still being discussed by the government and the House of Representatives (DPR). The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) encourages the implementation…

Prioritizing Infrastructure Development to Accelerate Green Mobility in Indonesia

Event Coverage25 September 2024217Views 0Likes 0Comments

Makassar, September 22, 2024 - As Indonesia is currently facing the pressing challenges of climate change, the need for innovative solutions has never been more urgent. The Society of Renewable Energy (SRE) in Sultan Hasanuddin University hosted their annual Student Innovation Competition in Climate, Energy, and Sustainability (SICLUS) with this year's theme, "Visioning a City…

Deepening Indonesia-China Cooperation to Accelerate Energy Transition

Press Release24 September 2024183Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, September 24, 2024 - Addressing the climate crisis requires international partnerships to accelerate Indonesia's energy transition to renewable energy. The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) highlights the need for Indonesia to actively create and seize opportunities for cooperation with countries that are rapidly advancing renewable energy, such as China, to share technology and…

Encouraging Green Industry Development

Event Coverage21 September 2024167Views 0Likes 0Comments

Surakarta, September 19, 2024 - The industrial sector significantly contributes to the rise in global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. It is estimated that in 2022, the industrial sector in Indonesia will produce 430 MtCO2e of emissions, marking a 30 percent increase from the previous year. The majority of these emissions, approximately 60-70 percent, stem from…

Aligning Geopolitical Priorities and Climate Risks for a Sustainable Future

Event Coverage20 September 2024186Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, September 19, 2024 - The climate crisis has become one of the most urgent issues facing the world today. Rising global temperatures are affecting almost every aspect of human life, from increasing global temperatures and melting polar ice caps to rising sea levels. These conditions have the potential to cause ecosystem destruction, infrastructure damage,…

Energy Data Recording as a Key Catalyst to Achieve Industrial Decarbonization

Event Coverage20 September 2024148Views 0Likes 0Comments

Surakarta, September 18, 2024 - As the climate crisis becomes increasingly real, the transformation of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is essential as a decarbonization step. Several strategies can be implemented, such as electrification, utilization of renewable energy, hydrogen development, and energy efficiency improvements. This was highlighted by Farid Wijaya, Senior Analyst at the Institute…

Southeast Asia’s Opportunity to Accelerate Energy Transition and Achieve NZE 2050

Press Release19 September 2024188Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, September 18, 2024—Southeast Asia is predicted to become the world's fourth-largest economy by 2050. This projected increase in economic growth will coincide with rising energy demand. Therefore, accelerating the transition to renewable energy and implementing energy efficiency in the region will ensure economic growth in line with significant emission reductions. The Institute for…

Power Wheeling in the EBET Bill: Renewable Energy Opportunity or Liberalization Threat?

Blog17 September 2024213Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, 17 September 2024 - The scheme of utilizing a shared transmission network or power wheeling that is included in the discussion of the New and Renewable Energy Bill (EBET) has drawn pros and cons. The government proposes that this scheme be included in the EBET Bill to accelerate renewable energy development in Indonesia. However,…

The Role of Individuals in Driving a Sustainable Energy Transition

Blog17 September 2024140Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, September 17, 2024—The energy transition provides economic benefits and creates positive environmental and social impacts. The energy transition process is not only about technology transition but also about inclusivity and sustainability. For this reason, it is time for individuals to make comprehensive and equitable changes. Agus P Tampubolon, Project Manager of Clean, Affordable and…

The Power of Meaningful Small Actions and Community Engagement in the Energy Transition

Press Release14 September 2024167Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, September 13, 2024 - Community involvement, including vulnerable groups, must be a significant aspect of implementing the just or equitable transition. It must be accompanied by a proper understanding of the just transition to mobilize community support and participation. Various methods of raising public awareness about the energy transition can be done, from developing…