Transition Learning Page to Improve Public Understanding of the Energy Transition

Jakarta, June 25, 2025 - The year 2024 was the hottest on record, with global average temperatures more than 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial times (1850-1900). The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) predicts that without urgent action, temperatures in the coming years could be even hotter. This indicates that time is running out to prevent the…

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Study Launching Results of 100% Renewable Energy Based Island and Flexibility in Electric Power System

Background In the Enhanced Nationally Determined Contribution (ENDC) report, the Indonesian government targets that by 2030, emission reduction in the energy sector will reach 358 million tons of CO2eq with its own efforts (CM1). In line with this goal, the Indonesian government is also committed to achieving Net-Zero Emission in the energy sector by 2060…

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Learning from Suzhou in Realizing Sustainable City Commitments

Suzhou, June 13, 2025 - Suzhou, located in Jiangsu Province, is one of the manufacturing centers with four main industries, namely electronics, equipment manufacturing, advanced materials and renewable energy. Continuing the series of 75 Years Indonesia–China Exchange Visit programs that took place from June 10-14, 2025, the Indonesian delegation led by the Institute for Essential…

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China as Indonesia’s Strategic Renewable Energy Partner

Shanghai, June 13, 2025 - The Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) views that as a leader in renewable energy technology, China has invaluable experience for Indonesia in its efforts to achieve its energy transition targets. IESR Executive Director, Fabby Tumiwa, stated that Indonesia can utilize China's expertise, especially in terms of investment, infrastructure capacity…

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

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…

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