Indonesia
Indonesia, ranked 43rd in the CCPI, is an overall low performer. The country receives a low rating in all CCPI categories: GHG Emissions, Renewable Energy, Climate Policy, and Energy Use.
Indonesia has not published a plan to phase out coal plants. There are also considerable challenges in modifying the local electricity and energy market to accommodate renewable energy integration. However, internationally, President Prabowo Subianto has committed to phasing out coal power and achieving 100% renewables by 2040. The CCPI country experts indicate that the carbon tax in place has not been sufficiently implemented, so it currently does not adequately encourage mitigation projects.
Greater speed and effort needed in public transport, methane reduction, and a pathway to net zero
The experts add that deforestation and the impact of bioenergy are not effectively mitigated in Indonesia. Efforts are also lacking in public transport, especially outside Jakarta, and electric vehicle policy is inconsistent. The climate experts demand that the country pick up the pace in these areas.
An updated NDC is planned, and will likely show slight improvements and signals for a just transition. However, the experts note that the goals are still not aligned with the 1.5°C commitment. The country is among the 10 countries with the largest developed coal reserves, and it currently plans to increase its gas and coal production. Internationally, the experts welcome Indonesia signing the Global Methane Pledge. They criticise the lack of plans and regulations for improving methane levels. They also demand that the country push for loss and damage policies and greater climate justice at the international level.
Overall, the experts expect Indonesia to come up with a clear pathway to net zero, improve implementation in mitigation efforts, and plan a coal phase-out.
Key Outcomes
- Indonesia, ranked 43rd in the CCPI, is an overall low performer
- There are considerable challenges in modifying the local electricity and energy market to accommodate renewable energy integration
- Key demands: come up with a clear pathway to net zero, improve implementation in mitigation efforts, and plan a coal phase-out
CCPI experts
The following national experts agreed to be mentioned as contributors for this year’s CCPI:
- Dody Setiawan (Ember)
- Ahmad Ashov Birry (Trend Asia)
