Jakarta, June 4, 2024—CELIOS has launched a study titled “Pro-Environment Gimmick: A Survey of Regulatory Gaps in Natural Resource, Agrarian, and Energy Management.” The study’s findings reveal significant gaps between regulations and practices on the ground. Muhammad Dzar Azhari Muthahhar, a CELIOS researcher, emphasized, “58% of respondents stated that mining governance in Indonesia still does not take environmental impacts into account. This runs counter to the obligations of mining business permit holders.”
In the energy sector, challenges arise from the dominance of dirty energy and regulations that have yet to be effectively implemented. CELIOS researcher Muhamad Saleh said, “70% of our respondents disagreed that the government has abandoned the development of dirty energy, such as coal-fired power plants. At least 55% of respondents believe the current government has not adequately prepared an energy transition plan from dirty to clean energy.”
Meanwhile, in the land sector, a lack of transparency and integrity poses an obstacle. Mhd Zakiul Fikri explained, “62 farmer respondents said it was difficult to apply to register their ownership certificates because land office employees have not been working promptly, honestly, and fairly, or free from corruption.” Fikri added, “If this situation continues, it will become a major obstacle to the government’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2060.”
CELIOS has released a study titled “Pro-Environment Gimmick: A Survey of Regulatory Gaps in Natural Resource, Land, and Energy Management.” The study highlights significant gaps between existing regulations and actual practices on the ground. Muhammad Dzar Azhari Muthahhar, a CELIOS researcher, noted, “58% of respondents stated that mining governance in Indonesia still fails to account for environmental impacts. This contrasts sharply with the obligations of mining license holders under the 2009 Mineral and Coal Law and its 2020 amendment.”
In the energy sector, challenges persist due to the dominance of dirty energy and incomplete regulatory implementation. CELIOS researcher Muhamad Saleh explained, “70% of respondents disagreed that the government has effectively phased out coal-fired power plants. At least 55% believe the government has not properly prepared a transition plan from dirty to clean energy.”
Meanwhile, in land management, low transparency and integrity remain major obstacles. Mhd Zakiul Fikri observed, “62 farmers reported difficulties registering their land certificates because land office staff have not performed their duties quickly, fairly, honestly, or without corruption.” He added, “If this situation continues, it could seriously hinder the government’s commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2060.”
Contact person:
Mhd Zakiul Fikri ([email protected])
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