ASIATODAY.ID, JAKARTA — Indonesia is set to launch its National Carbon Unit Registry System (SRUK) on July 9, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to integrate its carbon market with global trading as multinational corporations and international organizations show growing interest in Indonesian carbon credits.
Deputy Speaker of Indonesia’s People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR), Eddy Soeparno, said the strong interest emerged during London Climate Action Week, where the Indonesian delegation met with carbon project developers, investors, and prospective buyers from around the world.
“We saw strong enthusiasm from both carbon project developers and potential buyers of Indonesian carbon credits,” Eddy told reporters following a government coordination meeting in Jakarta on Thursday.
According to Eddy, prospective buyers represent a broad range of industries, including technology, aviation, and professional sports.
“Among those expressing interest are Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Lufthansa, and Manchester United,” he said.
Eddy emphasized that these organizations have expressed interest in Indonesia’s carbon market but have not entered into any confirmed agreements to purchase Indonesian carbon credits.
He said the launch of the SRUK would establish the institutional foundation for Indonesia’s participation in international carbon trading by providing a transparent, credible, and internationally aligned registry system.
“The SRUK will serve as Indonesia’s gateway to the global carbon market. We expect its launch on July 9 to mark an important milestone in the development of our national carbon trading ecosystem,” he said.
Presidential Special Envoy for Climate and Energy Hashim Djojohadikusumo described the launch as a long-awaited achievement since the adoption of the Paris Agreement in 2015.
“The international community has been waiting for this system since the Paris Agreement, and Indonesia is now ready to launch it,” Hashim said.
He added that Indonesia’s preparations have earned positive recognition from foreign governments and international institutions, including the World Bank and the European Union, reflecting growing confidence in the country’s carbon market framework.
The SRUK is expected to become Indonesia’s single national registry for internationally recognized carbon units, strengthening transparency, market integrity, and investor confidence while supporting cross-border carbon transactions.
With one of the world’s largest tropical rainforest and mangrove ecosystems, Indonesia is widely regarded as a potential supplier of high-quality carbon credits to the global market.
Supported by robust governance and internationally recognized standards, the country’s carbon sector could attract substantial green investment while contributing to global climate goals and accelerating Indonesia’s transition to a low-carbon economy. (AT Network)
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