Indonesia-UK Cooperation in Promoting Carbon Markets and Just Energy Transition

Diyah Pitaloka Rizki (1) , Rasel Mochamad Efendi (2)
(1) AL Ghifari University,
(2) Al Ghifari
https://doi.org/10.53675/icosei.v1i1.1549
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Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)
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2025-08-18
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2025-10-07
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Abstract

Cooperation between countries is crucial in addressing the serious problem of climate change. This study aims to explain how Indonesia and the United Kingdom work together to support carbon markets and a just energy transition. The method employed is a qualitative approach, utilizing case studies and document analysis, supported by institutional liberalism theory and international cooperation, to understand how both countries cooperate. The results show that the cooperation helped improve Indonesia’s carbon emission recording system through SPEI, gave financial support through the UK PACT program, and shared knowledge about renewable energy. Indonesia also had the chance to strengthen its policies on clean energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The UK encouraged Indonesia to make the energy transition in a way that also supports social justice and sustainable development. This cooperation offers benefits to both countries, despite some challenges, including technical readiness and differing domestic policies. Overall, this cooperation brings positive impacts for Indonesia, such as better access to funding, new technology, and a stronger role in international climate diplomacy. Keywords: Indonesia, United Kingdom, Institutional Liberalism, International Cooperations, and Renewable Energy.

Authors

Diyah Pitaloka Rizki
AL Ghifari University
Rasel Mochamad Efendi
Al Ghifari

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Indonesia-UK Cooperation in Promoting Carbon Markets and Just Energy Transition. (2025). Proceeding International Conference On Sustainable Environment And Innovation (ICOSEI), 1(1). https://doi.org/10.53675/icosei.v1i1.1549

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