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Energy Transition as a New Engine of Economic Growth

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Jakarta, October 6, 2025 – President Prabowo’s ambition to achieve 8% economic growth and realize the Indonesia Emas 2045 vision can be pursued through accelerated energy transition. In addition to fulfilling Indonesia’s commitment to the Paris Agreement, keeping global temperature rise to well below 2 degrees Celsius, the transition also opens opportunities for investment and…

Efforts to Realize Renewable Energy Utilization in NTT

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Kupang, October 2, 2025 - East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Province is an archipelago in eastern Indonesia. It comprises 609 islands, but only 42 are inhabited, according to Bappenas data. Besides its stunning natural landscapes, it also boasts abundant renewable energy potential. According to an IESR study, the technical potential for renewable energy in NTT is…

Promoting Stronger Climate Ambition in Southeast Asia

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Bangkok, October 1, 2025 – Southeast Asia is one of the region's most vulnerable to the impacts of the climate crisis due to rising global temperatures. Countries such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam have already recorded an increase in hydrometeorological disasters, increasingly erratic weather patterns, and sea level rise. The continued dominance of fossil…

Building a Regional Voice: Southeast Asia Energy Transition Collaborative Network (SETC) Formally Introduced in Bangkok Climate Action Week

Press Release30 September 2025215Views 0Likes 0Comments

Bangkok, 30 September 2025 – Southeast Asia has entered a decisive decade for building reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy systems which also help to ensure long-term energy security. As countries strive to cut emissions while sustaining growth, one lesson stands out: no nation can move fast enough alone. The region remains heavily dependent on fossil…

The Role of Renewable Energy Investment in Economic Growth

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Jakarta, September 29, 2025 – Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa expressed his confidence that Indonesia can achieve 8% economic growth, in line with President Prabowo's vision and mission. Responding to this optimism, Fabby Tumiwa, CEO of the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), emphasized that Indonesia needs to invest significantly in the renewable…

President’s Optimism for Faster NZE Achievement Should Be Reflected in National Emission Reduction Targets

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Jakarta, September 24, 2025 - In his speech at the UN General Assembly (23/9/2025), Presiden Prabowo Subianto reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to the Paris Agreement and to achieving net zero emissions (NZE) by 2060. He even conveyed optimism that Indonesia could reach the NZE target much earlier. The President outlined several strategies to…

Road to IETD 2025 Seminar: IETD Goes to Campus Discussing Green Jobs: The Role of Youth for a Sustainable Future

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Background In an era of climate change and increasing awareness of the importance of sustainability issues, green jobs are a strategic solution for a brighter future. Indonesia, as a country with abundant natural resources, has significant potential for developing green jobs, ranging from the use of renewable energy power plants, waste management, sustainable agriculture, and…

Southeast Asia Needs to Become a Renewable Energy Manufacturing Hub

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Kuala Lumpur, September 17, 2025 – Southeast Asia is a region vulnerable to the impacts of the climate crisis. Ten ASEAN member countries have made commitments to limit greenhouse gas emissions. However, these climate commitments have not been effectively implemented. As evidence, fossil fuels still dominate the energy landscape of ASEAN member countries. This slows…

Surabaya Becomes a Pilot City for Low-Emission Buildings

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Surabaya, September 19, 2025 — The Sustainable Energy Transition in Indonesia (SETI) project, in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources through the Directorate General of New, Renewable Energy, and Energy Conservation (EBTKE), has designated Surabaya as a pilot city to accelerate emission reductions in the building sector. To launch a series…

Central Java’s Commitment to a Low-Emission Industry

Press Release18 September 2025559Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, September 15, 2025 - The industrial sector is one of the main drivers of Indonesia's economy and the third-largest contributor to emissions after power generation and transportation. In 2024, industrial emissions in Indonesia reached 452 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalent. Amid global market trends demanding low-carbon products and services, Indonesia’s industrial sector must…

South Sumatra Pushes to Become a Renewable Energy Hub

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Palembang, 16 September 2025 – South Sumatra, a province highly dependent on fossil fuels, especially coal, is shifting towards a more sustainable energy transition. A key step in this process is the issuance of South Sumatra Provincial Regulation Number 2 of 2025, which serves as the foundation for the province’s energy policy. This regulation focuses…

Energy Transition in Eastern Indonesia Requires Community-Based Solutions

Event Coverage18 September 2025227Views 0Likes 0Comments

Jakarta, 16 September 2025 – Eastern Indonesia (KTI) holds vast renewable energy potential, with solar energy potential reaching 165.9 GW and wind energy reaching 167 GW (RUPTL 2025-2034). However, despite this potential, Eastern Indonesia faces several challenges in fully utilizing its renewable energy resources, including inadequate electricity infrastructure, financing issues, and difficult geographical conditions. …