Emissions Reduction as a Prime Foundation for Becoming a Developed Country

Jakarta, July 26, 2025- “If Indonesia wants its economy to grow above six percent, then we must integrate emissions reduction efforts with the use of renewable energy. It’s as simple as that,” emphasized Fabby Tumiwa, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR), at the seminar “Finding Balance Between Resilience and…

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Unraveling the Challenges of the Energy Transition in Southeast Asia

Putra Jaya, July 24, 2025 - Malaysia's ASEAN 2025 leadership is themed "Inclusivity and Sustainability." This theme aims to encourage energy system transformation that prioritizes not only technical transformation of the energy system but also the humanistic side. One of its main focuses is strengthening regional interconnectivity through the ASEAN power grid for energy integration…

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Urban Areas on Java Island Are the Highest Contributors to Individual Carbon Emissions

Jakarta, July 23, 2025 – Human activities are the primary contributors to the increase in atmospheric carbon emissions. These emissions are driving the climate crisis, leading to a rise in hydrometeorological disasters. 2024 was a record-breaking year with the hottest average temperature, reaching 1.47 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial average temperatures. The Institute for Essential Services…

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Opportunities to Reduce Green Hydrogen Production Costs in Indonesia

Jakarta, July 18, 2025 - The Indonesian government launched the National Hydrogen Strategy (SHN) in 2023 and the National Hydrogen and Ammonia Roadmap in 2025 as part of its efforts to promote hydrogen development, including green hydrogen. To support these initiatives, the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) established the Indonesian Green Hydrogen Community (KH2I)…

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Bali NZE 2045: A Shared Commitment to Optimizing Renewable Energy

Denpasar, July 15, 2025 - Bali, as a global tourist destination, boasts extraordinary natural beauty, from stunning beaches to breathtaking mountains. Its natural beauty, besides being a tourist attraction, also provides important benefits to the lives of local communities. Therefore, preserving Bali's natural environment through low-emission initiatives, such as Bali Net Zero Emission (NZE) 2045,…

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

Replay Event 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…

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