Sustainable Energy Transition in Indonesia (SETI)

State of implementation/results

• The project supported the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) Regulation No. 8/2025 through national workshops for industry and buildings, engaging 250+ participants and increasing EBTKE Reporting (POME) from 367 to 440 companies within one month.
• In 2025, Focus Group Discussions on Carbon Trading Options and Strategies were conducted as an early step to inform MEMR’s upcoming roadmap for carbon trading in the energy sector. Conducted Focus Group Discussions on carbon trading options and strategies to inform MEMR’s upcoming energy sector carbon trading roadmap.
• At least 60 national and international funding sources in support of energy transition were identified and presented to the political partner.
• A second Workshop on Sustainable Energy Finance was held in collaboration with Indonesian Employers Association (APINDO) to explore the potential application of green finance and investment schemes for energy transition in the private sector.
• 72 participants from companies, government, and commercials associations learned about Industry Decarbonisation options.
• Private Sector Engagement and Knowledge Exchange for Industry Stakeholders conducted. Including: site visits to TKG Taekwang in Cirebon, Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper in Tangerang, and two industrial parks in Surabaya and Batam; technical exchange sessions with CWC Industrial Estate; and participation in Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2025.
• 14 Companies were selected as SETI Industry Lab Pilots and Non-Disclosure Agreements signed with: 5 companies for energy audit, 1 company for pre-FS, and 6 for EE & 2 for RE project implementation.
• Conducted an evidence-based rooftop solar PV study for Indonesia’s industrial sector, delivering technical, economic, and quota recommendations to support policymaking.
• Kick-off Events in Pilot Cities of Surabaya and Batam were held involving the city government, industry leaders, associations, renewable energy and efficiency experts, academia, and media.
• Communication Strategy developed with local media, academics, and CSOs in Surabaya and Batam to address the challenges and opportunities for sustainability in the built environment. Communication Strategy developed with local media, academics, and CSOs in Surabaya and Batam to advance sustainability in the built environment.
• Social Media Outreach and A/B testing conducted to assess effective outreach strategies in pilot cities and on national level.
• A Study on Options for Renewable Energy Generation in Buildings was disseminated in March 2025, completed Phase I of the Renewable Energy Alternatives in Buildings study and advanced Phase II, focusing on Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV and Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP as priority solutions.
• Ten government officials and two private sector representatives participated in an Study Trip on District/Solar Cooling in May 2025.
• Delivered capacity building for decarbonisation and the built environment, training 484 participants, including a Study Trip on District/Solar Cooling with over 80% satisfaction.
• A new collaboration with the Association of Indonesian Municipalities (APEKSI) started to promote sustainable energy practices at the municipal level by leveraging the associations extensive network and influence.
• Developed green building incentive guidelines for local governments, based on a multi-ministerial Focus Group Discussion, to support implementation of national green building regulations.
• Completed a baseline energy consumption study for Surabaya, delivering bilingual reports for urban energy planning.
• Conducted energy audits of two warehouses and three retail stores, identifying low-cost energy efficiency measures.

Latest Update:
05/2026