Akselerasi Penerapan Ekonomi Hijau di Indonesia

Summary

Indonesia is committed to reducing carbon emissions by 29% by 2030, with a focus on the energy and manufacturing sectors. The government is promoting a green industry approach, balancing industrial growth with environmental sustainability. Key efforts include advancing electrified vehicles through automotive collaborations and eco-friendly manufacturing practices, like low-VOC paints. As of 2021, 37 companies have been certified as green industries. Despite these initiatives, global companies struggle to meet their emission reduction goals, raising questions about Indonesia's ability to reach its targets amid positive industrial growth.

Takeaways

• 😀 Indonesia has committed to reducing carbon emissions by 29% by 2030 due to the significant risks it faces from climate change, especially in the economic sector.
• 😀 The energy sector is the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Indonesia, accounting for 45.7% of emissions, followed by electricity generation (35%), transportation (27%), and industry.
• 😀 The Indonesian government, through the Ministry of Industry, is promoting a balance between manufacturing sector growth and environmental sustainability.
• 😀 Green industries prioritize the efficient and effective use of resources, aiming to preserve the environment while generating economic benefits.
• 😀 Two main strategies for green industry development include greening existing industries and creating new industries that align with green principles.
• 😀 The Ministry of Industry has priority programs to enhance production efficiency, develop environmentally friendly raw materials, and promote green products.
• 😀 Several Indonesian companies, such as automakers, have launched collaborative programs to reduce carbon emissions, including promoting electric vehicles (EVs).
• 😀 A collaborative program initiated by Mitsubishi Motors, Nissan, Fuso, Isuzu, and Toyota aims to accelerate carbon emission reduction and introduce electric vehicles to the Indonesian public.
• 😀 Other manufacturers, such as Mowilex Indonesia, are producing eco-friendly products, including low-VOC paints and water-based paints, helping secure product availability and reduce reliance on imports.
• 😀 Since 2010, the Ministry of Industry has certified 37 companies as green industries and awarded 895 companies for their contributions to sustainability.
• 😀 Despite global efforts, many large corporations have failed to meet their climate targets, with companies like Google, Amazon, and Apple among those who did not succeed in reducing their carbon footprints.

Q & A

What commitment has Indonesia made regarding carbon emissions?

Indonesia has committed to reducing carbon emissions by 29% by 2030. This commitment is crucial due to the country’s vulnerability to climate change, particularly in the economic sector.

What is the main source of greenhouse gas emissions in Indonesia as of 2019?

As of 2019, the energy sector is the largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions in Indonesia, accounting for 45.7% of the total emissions.

What subsector is responsible for the largest share of emissions within the energy sector?

The electricity generation subsector is responsible for 35% of greenhouse gas emissions in Indonesia, making it the largest contributor within the energy sector.

What is Indonesia’s approach to balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability in the manufacturing sector?

Indonesia, through its Ministry of Industry, is encouraging a balance between manufacturing sector growth and environmental sustainability. This involves promoting green industry practices to reduce carbon emissions and transition to green energy and a green economy.

What is meant by 'green industry' in Indonesia?

A green industry in Indonesia refers to industries that prioritize resource efficiency and sustainable practices during production. These industries aim to contribute both to economic benefits and environmental conservation.

What are the two strategies for implementing green industry in Indonesia?

The two strategies for implementing green industry in Indonesia are: 1) Greening existing industries, and 2) Creating new industries that align with the principles of green industry.

How is the Ministry of Industry supporting the implementation of green industry in Indonesia?

The Ministry of Industry in Indonesia is supporting green industry implementation through priority programs such as improving production efficiency, developing environmentally friendly raw materials, and promoting green products.

Can you provide examples of Indonesian companies taking steps to reduce carbon emissions?

Examples include automotive companies in Indonesia, such as Mitsubishi Motors, Nissan, Fuso, Isuzu, and Toyota, which launched a collaboration program in 2022 to promote electrified vehicles. Another example is Mowilex Indonesia, a company that produces environmentally friendly paint with low or zero volatile organic compounds.

How many companies in Indonesia have been certified as green industries by 2021?

By 2021, the Ministry of Industry had certified 37 companies as green industries in Indonesia.

What is the Green Industry Award, and how has it been implemented in Indonesia?

The Green Industry Award is an initiative by the Ministry of Industry in Indonesia, introduced in 2010 to recognize companies that successfully implement green industry practices. As of the report, 895 companies have received the award.

What challenges are global companies facing in reducing carbon emissions?

Many global companies have failed to meet their own carbon reduction targets. For instance, a study found that major companies like Google, Amazon, Ikea, Apple, and Nestle did not succeed in achieving their climate goals. Only three companies, Mars, Unilever, and Dutch, were successful in committing to eliminate 90% of their carbon emissions from production and supply chains.

What question remains for Indonesia’s manufacturing sector in terms of carbon reduction?

The key question is whether Indonesia’s manufacturing sector can achieve its carbon reduction targets while experiencing positive growth in the non-oil and gas industrial sector, which saw a 3.67% increase, and the creation of 1.2 million new jobs.