Indonesia
Country indicators
Fossil fuel subsidies (USD, billions):
Fossil fuel subsidies with externalities (% of GDP):
News
3 essential steps towards ending fossil fuel subsidies
Fossil fuel subsidies persist despite the climate crisis. They distort the energy market by keeping fossil fuel prices artificially low. Removing these subsidies must be accompanied by social programmes that will reduce the impact on the poorest household.
P4G Seoul Summit unites world leaders for inclusive green recovery, serves as stepping stone for next climate COP
P4G Seoul Summit wrapped up on May 31, proclaiming global inclusive green growth in Seoul Declaration. The Summit called for global cooperation in climate change response; developed countries announce support for
Indonesia considering carbon tax under major tax overhaul
Indonesia has drawn up proposals to bring in a carbon tax to curb greenhouse gas emissions, in addition to raising VAT rates and reforming income tax, as part of a
Reports
Indonesia Environment Fund: Bridging the Financing Gap in Environmental Programs (CPI)
International development partners have recognized Indonesia’s efforts to better meet its climate and environmental goals by pledging their financial support. Indonesia has pledged to reduce 29% emissions by 2030 on
Indonesia’s triple burden of malnutrition: a call for urgent policy change
The Asia and Pacific region is home to more than half the world’s undernourished children, but also has the fastest growing prevalence of childhood overweight and obesity. With micronutrient deficiencies
Power Trip: Southeast Asia’s journey to a low carbon economy (Eco-Business)
According to this report by Eco-Business, insufficient regulation and fossil fuel subsidies are holding back Southeast Asia’s transition to a low carbon economy. The report outlines the challenges and potential
Policy Briefs
UNEP Policy Brief – Fiscal Policies To Address Air Pollution From Road Transport In Cities And Improve Health: Insights From Country Experiences And Lessons For Indonesia
This policy brief aims to summarise and support recent efforts of the Indonesian and DKI Jakarta government to reduce air pollution. It analyses the impact of harmful pollution from the
UNEP Policy Brief – Reducing pollution and health impacts through fiscal policies
Pollution is one of the major challenges of our time, affecting human health, damaging the environment and leading to significant socio-economic costs. Preventing and addressing pollution and associated health impacts
How to Respond When Prices Go Up: Objectives and options for fuel price adjustments in Indonesia (GSI)
This policy brief by the Global Subsidies Initiative (GSI) analyzes Indonesia’s mechanisms for adjusting domestic fuel prices in response to fluctuating world prices, consistent with existing efforts to reform diesel