#Green Economy
Indonesia's banking decarbonization policy lags behind ASEAN peers
A new report by Asia Research & Engagement (ARE) reveals that Indonesia's banking sector lags behind other ASEAN nations in implementing robust decarbonization policies and aligning with the 2050 net-zero targets.
China commits US$250 B to green investment, Indonesia is key hub
Indonesia is now a leading destination for Chinese green investment, particularly in nickel, precursor materials, and solar panel manufacturing, making it a key part of the global green industry value chain, according to the Net Zero Industry Policy Lab's report, “China’s Green Leap Outward.”
Indonesia sees US$200 B investment opportunity in renewable energy transition
Indonesia’s renewable energy push is opening vast investment opportunities, with funding needs estimated at nearly US$200 billion (Rp3,300 trillion), according to Stefanus Ade Hadiwidjaja, Managing Director of Investment Holding at State investment management agency BPI Danantara.
Green industrialization: Key to achieving 8% economic growth, climate agenda
Manufacturing industries are pivotal to achieving the 8 percent economic growth target set by the Prabowo Subianto administration as Indonesia's economy heavily relies on extractive industries, domestic consumption, and government spending.
Study finds Last-Mile Delivery as SE Asia’s top logistics polluter, calls for green transition
A new study involving researchers from four Southeast Asian countries has revealed that last-mile delivery (LMD) is the largest contributor to emissions and costs in the logistics sector − a segment still largely untouched by electrification due to financial, regulatory, and industry-readiness challenges.
New green textile investments flow into Indonesia amid EU trade deal momentum
The Ministry of Industry has confirmed the arrival of new investments in textile and textile products (TPT) sector during the second half of this year, which is expected to seize market opportunities in Europe following the conclusion of the Indonesia-European Union Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA).
RI secures $1.3 B in green energy investment via JETP, $6 B in the pipeline
Indonesia has secured US$1.3 billion (Rp 21.2 trillion) in renewable energy investments through the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), with a further US$6 billion (Rp 97.7 trillion) in the pipeline.
OJK launches carbon trading guidebook to secure Indonesia's green market integrity
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) launched a new guidebook titled “Understanding Carbon Trading for the Financial Services Sector” on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, aimed at equipping financial service providers with essential knowledge to navigate risks and opportunities in the rapidly growing carbon trading market.
Indonesia puts clean energy at heart of economic strategy: ESDM ministry
Indonesia is repositioning clean energy not only as a climate solution, but also a central pillar of its national development strategy, said Dadan Kusdiana, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM).
EU Desk launched to strengthen investment collaboration with European Union
In a move to enhance economic cooperation and attract more investment from the European Union (EU), the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/Investment Coordinaing Board (BKPM) has launched the EU Desk following the signing of a Cooperation Statement with the Delegation of the European Union to Indonesia.
Indonesia eyes seaweed-based biofuel as key to US$12 B green economy
Indonesia is setting its sights on seaweed downstreaming as a strategic measure toward building a green energy economy, with the potential to turn the marine commodity into third-generation biofuel.
RI secures US$22 B investment for green industrial zones at World Expo 2025
The government has announced a landmark investment commitment totaling US$22 billion (Rp358.4 trillion) from international partners to develop Green Sustainable Industrial Zones in Indonesia powered by large-scale solar energy.