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February 21, 2025
Indonesia, U.S. weaken climate goals, jeopardizing early coal phase-out
Indonesia’s climate envoy has cast doubt on the country’s commitment to the Paris Agreement, calling coal plant closures “economic suicide,” threatening the $20 billion Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP).
February 14, 2025
Step-by-step guide on how to buy carbon credits on Indonesia carbon exchange
The IDX Carbon Exchange, operated by the Indonesia Stock Exchange, was opened to international buyers on Jan. 20. This move has injected much-needed liquidity into the market. But What qualifications and documents are required?
February 12, 2025
Indonesia targets 35% renewable energy led by solar, hydro, geothermal
Indonesia has unveiled its updated National Power Supply Plan (RUPTL), projecting an additional 71GW of installed capacity over the next decade, with a focus on solar, hydropower, and geothermal energy to drive renewable power generation.
January 16, 2025
Global South can tackle air pollution, climate change with new approaches and solidarity
Policymakers must discard the “grow now, clean later” model, attract investment in renewables and collaborate, writes a former senior advisor for the Executive Office of the President of the Republic of Indonesia.
January 09, 2025
Is Indonesia’s pledge to end coal use by 2040 realistic?
Indonesian president’s pledge at last year’s G20 met with mixed reactions.
January 07, 2025
Indonesia delays full implementation of B40 biodiesel
Indonesia’s B40 policy, which mandates a 40% palm oil mix with 60% diesel, was initially set to take effect on January 1, 2025. However, officials have confirmed a delay until February, giving businesses a 1.5-month grace period. Furthermore, the governme
November 26, 2024
Indonesia's ambitious climate pledge sparks attention as challenges loom
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto recently announced an ambitious climate commitment, drawing significant attention and discussion.
November 22, 2024
Prabowo commits to phasing out all coal plants in Indonesia within 15 years
At the recent G20 summit, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto boldly declared plans to phase out fossil fuels entirely within 15 years and to bring forward the country's net-zero target by 10 years.
October 20, 2024
Indonesia’s new green agenda: Prabowo leads push for bioenergy, self-sufficiency
Despite being a major coal producer and the world’s largest palm oil exporter with considerable potential for bioenergy, Indonesia faces unique challenges and opportunities in its energy transition. Under Prabowo’s leadership, what shape will this transfo
October 01, 2024
Indonesia increases wind power capacity target to 5 GW by 2030
The Indonesian government has proposed a revised Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL), aiming to increase wind power capacity to 5 GW by 2030. This new target significantly exceeds the original plan but falls short of expectations set by the Just Ener