ASIATODAY.ID, JAKARTA — The Government of Indonesia, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR), in partnership with the UK Government via the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), has officially launched Phase Two of the UK PACT (Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions) Program, with a primary focus on enhancing energy efficiency across Indonesia.
The launch event, held in Jakarta on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, marks a continuation of a strategic collaboration that began in 2022. Director General of New, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation (EBTKE) at the Ministry of Energy, Eniya Listiani Dewi, highlighted UK PACT’s critical role as a game changer in accelerating national energy efficiency, particularly in the green building sector.
“UK PACT has accelerated the development of market-based energy efficiency policies, initiated pilot green finance projects, and supported cross-sectoral regulatory strengthening,” said Eniya.
Since its launch in November 2022, UK PACT has actively contributed to the formulation of Government Regulation No. 33 of 2023 on Energy Conservation, and supported the establishment of the Energy Efficiency Inspector. The program also provided training and certification to energy managers, equipping them with essential skills in data collection, performance measurement, and benchmarking.
UK PACT has also introduced risk-reduction instruments to local banks, such as the Energy Savings Insurance (ESI) and partial credit guarantees, paving the way for blended finance models in Indonesia’s energy sector.
Phase Two: Five New Climate Mitigation Projects
In its second phase, the UK PACT Program will roll out five new projects aimed at climate change mitigation, including:
– Development of provincial and city-level energy efficiency roadmaps
– Mobilization of green finance for energy-related initiatives
– Direct support for local governments
– Strengthening of cross-sectoral energy efficiency policies
– Expansion of bankable projects for SMEs
“We aim to scale up successful pilot projects and strengthen energy efficiency capacity at both national and subnational levels,” Eniya added.
UK Reaffirms Commitment to a Just Energy Transition
UK Director for International Development in Indonesia, Amanda McLoughlin, emphasized that the launch of Phase Two of UK PACT reflects the UK’s ongoing commitment to supporting a just and inclusive energy transition in Indonesia.
“This program will empower small and medium enterprises to adopt energy-efficient practices, build a portfolio of bankable projects, and further develop energy efficiency schemes,” she said.
The launch ceremony featured the signing of an Implementation Agreement between Indonesia’s EBTKE Directorate General and the UK’s International Development Office, and brought together key stakeholders from government, civil society, and the private sector.
Phase Two of UK PACT marks a new chapter in the Indonesia–UK partnership, reinforcing their shared commitment to climate action, green financing, and a sustainable energy transition toward a low-carbon future. (AT Network)
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