Strengthening climate diplomacy and governance in Indonesia

Climateworks convened high‑level dialogues, embedded climate into development programs and delivered research into effective climate governance systems.

ASEAN unites to shape inclusive pathways for clean manufacturing 

Experts from ASEAN nations are shaping a regional clean manufacturing strategy that supports low-carbon industry growth, energy security, and inclusive economic transition.

Ocean Climate Dialogue focuses on advancing effective blue carbon governance

Event fosters collaboration on blue climate solutions ahead of Ocean Impact Summit 2026. 

Climateworks experts on the key trends in climate action for 2026

This year’s climate action agenda is jam-packed and 2026 is the moment where ambition can translate into delivery.

Indonesia’s moment to lead on ocean protection has arrived

With the High Seas Treaty now in force, Indonesia has an opportunity to lead on ocean protection across the Indo-Pacific.

Climateworks Centre and the Center for Environmental, Social, and Governance Studies partner to support net zero goals in Indonesia 

Climateworks appoints new Country Lead to Indonesia team

Jannata (Egi) Giwangkara steps up into Indonesia Country Lead role.

Climateworks Centre and the Purnomo Yusgiantoro Center enter partnership to launch Indonesia Net Zero Campus Program

Indonesia Net Zero Campus Program to launch in January 2026.

Speech: Anna Skarbek speaks on Climateworks’ Indonesia office’s five year anniversary

Climateworks Centre celebrated five years of impact in Indonesia at an event at Wisma Habibie Ainun.

Six leading organisations commit to strengthen climate collaboration in Indonesia

Leading organisations sign Memorandum of Understanding at the Fifth Australia-Indonesia Energy Transition Policy Dialogue in Jakarta.

‘We can turn ambition into reality’: John Thwaites outlines potential for place-based decarbonisation in Indonesia

Industrial decarbonisation can ensure Indonesia’s long-term economic resilience, health, and global competitiveness, Climateworks Centre chair Professor John Thwaites AM says.

Climateworks welcomes new executive overseeing international programs 

Trang Nguyen appointed Climateworks Centre Head of International Programs and Engagement. 

Southeast Asia’s critical role as a green industrial leader  [↗️ Lowy Institute]

Jakarta event paves the way for place-based industrial decarbonisation in Indonesia

Climateworks Centre’s net zero industrial precincts framework can help position Indonesia as a leader in sustainable industrial transformation. 

Manufacturing transformation key to Indonesia’s net zero success

Climateworks Centre releases new report: 'Decarbonising Indonesia's manufacturing sector: Case studies from the food and beverage, textile and chemical industries'

Indonesia’s energy transition crossroads: New administration, old challenges

Prabowo’s vision for growth is compatible with energy reform and the pressing need for climate action. 

Three ways Indonesia can enable ocean-based climate action

There is growing interest in ocean-based climate action as countries update their climate pledges under the Paris Agreement. But key systemic challenges remain. We explore the international ocean work to date and how it can shape Indonesia’s climate ambition in the next decade.

Climateworks Centre and the Purnomo Yusgiantoro Center sign MoU supporting low-carbon battery industry

Protecting mangroves and seagrass could boost Indonesia’s new climate targets

As the world works towards net zero emissions, Indonesia has a huge opportunity to boost its climate leadership, write Climateworks Centre's Brurce M. Mecca and Astra Rushton-Allan.

Southeast Asian climate, energy leaders learn from Australian experience

Australia Awards Fellows reflect on their experience of the Southeast Asia Just Energy Transition Fellowship Program.

Climateworks Centre hosts Southeast Asia Just Energy Transition Fellowship program

Experts to take part in training, workshops, discussions and field trips as part of two week fellowship.

Indonesian business and government representatives discuss ways forward for low-carbon energy transition investment 

Highlights from the ASEAN Energy Business Forum side event ‘Investing in Energy Transition in Indonesia: Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Practice’.

Blue carbon and ocean-based sectors can meet half of Indonesia’s net zero target by 2050: report

Climateworks Centre releases new report from its Southeast Asia Framework for Ocean Action in Mitigation (SEAFOAM) project, 'Sea of Opportunity: Ocean-based mitigation to support Indonesia's climate ambition'.

Addressing financial and investment barriers to accelerating ASEAN’s clean energy transition

Key takeaways from ASEAN Indonesia 2023 side event on sustainable energy financing and mobilisation of energy investments.

Indonesia can lead the way on ocean-based climate action. New Climateworks analysis and mapping shows how

Climateworks’ Southeast Asia Framework for Ocean Action in Mitigation phase 1 report analysed three sectors: blue carbon, offshore renewable energy and shipping.

Analisis dan pemetaan Climateworks menunjukkan peluang Indonesia untuk memimpin aksi iklim berbasis kelautan

Climateworks’ SEAFOAM menganalisis peluang mitigasi di tiga sektor; karbon biru (blue carbon), energi terbarukan lepas pantai, dan perkapalan.

MoU between Monash, Climateworks and the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry will assist Indonesia’s private sector to decarbonise

The memorandum of understanding establishes Climateworks Centre as the knowledge partner for the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (KADIN) Net Zero Hub initiative.

BPKP launches ESG assessment guidelines for Indonesian State-owned enterprises

How sustainability disclosure can help Indonesian corporations compete and thrive

With the global shift in corporate sustainability, Climateworks senior analyst Petra Christi looks at how Indonesian businesses can rise to the challenge.

Many Indonesians still misunderstand climate change – so how can we change this?

We need to help more Indonesians understand climate change if we want leaders to take action, writes Climateworks Centre's Brurce M. Mecca in this article for The Conversation.

Climateworks at the G20 in Indonesia

At the same time Egypt hosted COP27, Indonesia hosted the G20.

Governance strategies to mobilise waqf

Climateworks explores ways Indonesia can strengthen Islamic financing to fund the energy transition.

What is waqf and how can it help finance Indonesia’s clean energy transition?

Indonesia, especially vulnerable to the impacts of climate change and home to the world’s largest Muslim population, can use waqf to finance its climate change mitigation and adaptation efforts.

Indonesian ocean project secures involvement of both prominent marine scientist and leading environmental economist

Professor Luky Adrianto and Christy Desta Pratama have confirmed they will be part of Climateworks Centre’s newest international ocean project.

G20 seminar looks at how to finance just energy transition in emerging economies

Climateworks co-hosts G20 seminar 'Unlocking innovative financing schemes and Islamic finance to accelerate a just energy transition In emerging economies'.

Guiding Indonesia’s BPKP on its role in sustainable development

Climateworks team guides creation of a sustainability framework for Indonesian government auditors.

MoU between Monash, Climateworks and state agency BPKP will assist Indonesia’s transition to a green economy

The memorandum of understanding was formalised in an exchange ceremony at the BPKP’s (Development and Finance Supervisory Agency) office in Jakarta today

Does Indonesia’s carbon tax have the power to trigger a sustainable market shift?

Indonesia's carbon tax initiative is a remarkable stepping-stone but may not be enough, writes Climateworks Centre business analyst Petra Christie

Three things Indonesia needs to ensure the transparency of its emission trading scheme

Indonesia has three points to consider to further enhance the transparency of its national carbon market: standardisation, allocation and verification.

Indonesia is set to launch its pilot emissions trading scheme. Here’s what we know

Indonesia, one of the biggest emitters in the world, is planning to launch its pilot emissions trading scheme in July. Climateworks Centre Senior analysts Mei Zi Tan and Fikri Muhammad take a look at what we know so far.

Nations with developing economies are eager to decarbonise, they just need the finance they were promised

Called out at COP26, wealthy countries have failed to provide $100 billion worth of finance to support climate adaptation and mitigation in nations with developing economies.

Three steps Indonesia can take to create a solid domestic carbon market

Chasing Southeast Asia’s green future

In terms of exposure to climate impacts, ASEAN covers one of the world’s most vulnerable regions. It is also an economic powerhouse, with the combined GDP of member states making it the fifth largest economy globally.

Indonesia raises their net zero ambition – can they be a leader for climate commitments in Southeast Asia?

Our team in Indonesia is collaborating to support the nation with accelerating its climate agenda.

Raising Indonesia’s net zero ambition: the pivotal role of energy systems in setting and reaching a net zero target

In the short time since releasing a net zero by 2070 pledge, the Indonesian government has already recognised that raising ambition further could unlock more opportunities for the nation.

Leaders Summit on Climate: Nations step up commitments, but what does it mean for countries in our region?

Our team discusses takeaways from the Summit for Australia and Indonesia.

Indonesia has set an ambitious target for electric vehicles: what factors can support the nation’s shift to an electric-dominated transport sector?

Is Indonesia heading towards its first tipping point for electric vehicles?

Climateworks International team revs up