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December 08, 2023
Indonesia’s carbon storage ambition could be a risky business
Indonesia officially launched its first Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) project at the end of November. However, experts believe that Indonesia faces significant risks in becoming a hub for carbon storage.
December 08, 2023
Indonesia's 1 trillion appeal to net zero raises concerns over lack of commitments
President Joko Widodo explained Indonesia's climate efforts, inviting global cooperation at COP28. However, some experts find these actions insufficient to solve the global climate crisis.
December 05, 2023
Indonesia’s carbon market flats, even no trading
After IDX Carbon launch, Indonesia's trading volume briefly outpaced Japan and Malaysia. However, a British media found little activity over the past 2 months, contrasting the earlier surge.
December 04, 2023
Indonesia finalizes renewables target with G7 climate finance plan
Indonesia has officially finalized the Comprehensive Investment and Policy Plan (CIPP), aiming to persuade the members of the JETP to secure $20 billion in funds for green energy transformation.
November 28, 2023
Indonesia launches construction of first carbon storage project
Indonesia's president Joko Widodo launched the construction of a carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS) project in West Papua province operated by BP Plc on Nov. 24, making it the country’s first carbon storage project.
November 24, 2023
Indonesia to build massive and intelligent power grid for renewables
Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources together with the National Electricity Company PT PLN plans to build a smart grid to support the utilization of renewable energy in Indonesia.
November 24, 2023
Indonesia’s leading presidential candidates consider ending PLN’s monopoly
Indonesia's leading presidential candidates are considering a push to end the state-run Perusahaan Listrik Negara's (PLN) monopoly as part of efforts to accelerate the transition to greener energy.
November 20, 2023
5 global-scale energy companies engaged in green electricity in Indonesia
Indonesian state-owned electricity company, the PLN, has cooperated with five leading international energy corporations for the development t of a green ecosystem in Indonesia.
November 17, 2023
Indonesian PLN plans 31.6GW renewable power capacity in 2024-2033
Indonesia's PLN plans to construct an additional 31.6 GW of renewable power capacity between 2024 and 2033, Chief Executive Darmawan Prasodjo told the parliament on Nov. 15.
November 16, 2023
Indonesia advances CCS partnership with US oil giants, eyes petrochemical project
Indonesia's state energy firm, Pertamina, along with U.S. oil majors Exxon Mobil and Chevron Corp, is progressing in their discussions to invest in carbon capture facilities.