ISF concludes with US$17.6 billion in green investment commitments

Jakarta, 11 October 2025 – The Indonesia International Sustainability Forum (ISF) 2025 concluded with significant achievements: the signing of 13 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and the launch of three declarations.

These signify a firm commitment from various stakeholders to advancing sustainable investment. The total value of commitments reached Rp278 trillion (US$17.6 billion), spanning research collaborations to concrete financing in sectors such as clean energy, marine ecosystems, carbon markets, forestry and green infrastructure.

The forum marked a decisive shift from dialogue to action, with stakeholders actively contributing to Indonesia’s transition toward a green economy. These commitments came not only from domestic and global corporations, but also from international financial institutions, development partners, and both central and regional governments.

“The signing of 13 MoUs at ISF 2025 is expected to directly accelerate Indonesia’s clean energy transition and low-carbon economic development. This collaboration demonstrates that Indonesia is no longer in a passive position. We are leading, bridging national development needs with global sustainability agendas. ISF has evolved into a cross-sectoral platform that transforms ambition into tangible action,” stated Rachmat Kaimuddin, Deputy for Basic Infrastructure Coordination at the Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure and Regional Development.

Echoing this sentiment, Nurul Ichwan, Deputy for Investment Promotion at the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry/Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM), emphasised that the MoUs signed at ISF 2025 encompass various forms of cooperation, ranging from strategic partnerships and grants to new investment commitments. He highlighted that the investment component is particularly significant—not only in terms of value, but also as a reflection of the private sector’s genuine commitment to sustainable development.

“For investment-related MoUs, there are accompanying investment commitments beyond the stated value. As conveyed by Minister Rosan, investment commitments reached more than Rp200 trillion. This does not mean the entire amount will be disbursed this year. Rather, it reflects the seriousness of these commitments, which we consider a key output of ISF 2025,” Nurul explained.

ISF showcased Indonesia’s leadership as a developing nation through concrete initiatives, including floating solar power development, sustainable coastal zone planning, industrial decarbonisation, and blue economy empowerment through commodities such as seaweed.

“The MoUs signed today prove that Indonesian businesses are ready to drive the green transition. Green investment not only strengthens economic growth but also creates vast opportunities for MSMEs, job creation, and industrial transformation toward greater resilience and sustainability. ISF is a stage for strategic collaboration and KADIN is committed to ensuring its benefits reach grassroots enterprises,” added Shinta W. Kamdani, Vice Chair for Human Development, Culture, and Sustainable Development at the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN).

By prioritising collaborative approaches among government, business actors, financial institutions, and development partners, the MoU signings reinforce ISF’s role as a new model for strategic partnerships in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while affirming Indonesia’s leadership in the global green economy.

List of MoUs Signed on Day Two of ISF 2025:

1. Infrastructure Project Facilitation Office (IPFO)

   1. Signatories: Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure, ADB, KIAT

   2. Establishment of a strategic infrastructure facilitation office with technical and financial support from international partners

   3. Investment realisation target: US$11 billion

2. Indonesia Incorporated on Seaweed – Advancing a Sustainable Blue Economy

   1. Signatories: Conservation International, Konservasi Indonesia, APINDO, Standard Chartered
      

   2. Development of a sustainable seaweed industry supporting marine restoration and coastal economic inclusion

3. Standby Trade & Loan Facility for Dieng 2 Geothermal Power Project

   1. Signatories: PT Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI), PT Geo Dipa Energi

   2. Financing support for geothermal energy development to accelerate the national clean energy transition

4. Net Zero Advisory & Solutions Strategic Collaboration

   1. Signatories: BESTARI, Utomodeck Group

   2. Strategic consulting and implementation of decarbonisation solutions in the manufacturing and construction sectors

5. Maritime Infrastructure Partnership for Clean Mobility

   1. Signatories: PT Utomo Mobilitas Bersih Indonesia, Pyxis Maritime Pte. Ltd

   2. Development of low-emission maritime infrastructure, including green ports and fleets

6. Indonesia–Germany Cooperation for Sustainable Development

   1. Signatories: GIZ (Germany), KADIN Indonesia

   2. Joint initiative to strengthen private sector capacity for resilient and carbon-neutral development

7. Sustainable Forestry-Related Economic Policy and Investment Programs

   1. Signatories: KADIN Indonesia, Ministry of Environment and Forestry

   2. Pilot of sustainable multi-product forest business models, promoting the private sector role in forest rehabilitation

8. Carbon Markets Capacity Building

   1. Signatories: Ministry of Environment and Forestry, IETA

   2. Institutional capacity enhancement for designing and implementing credible, transparent carbon markets

9. Advance Sustainable Paper and Packaging Solutions

   1. Signatories: Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), Lubrizol

   2. Development of biodegradable bio-based food packaging to reduce plastic waste

10. Strategic Alliance PI – ACWA POWER for Industrial Decarbonisation of PI

    1. Signatories: Pupuk Indonesia, ACWA Power
       

    2. Transformation of fertiliser industry assets toward low-carbon operations using clean energy technologies

    3. Investment potential: up to US$250 million

11. Green Hydrogen Potential for Decarbonisation of Maritime Transportation in Small Islands

    1. Signatories: GIZ, HDF Energy, Neuman & Esser

    2. Exploration of green hydrogen potential for maritime transport decarbonisation in Indonesia’s remote islands

12. Sustainable Used Cooking Oil Collection and Other Sustainability Initiatives

    1. Signatories: PT Noovoleum Indonesia Investama, PT Artotel Group Indonesia

    2. Collaboration on sustainable used cooking oil collection and other green initiatives

13. Advancing Sustainable Trade & Investment Corridors Between Indonesia/Southeast Asia and Hong Kong/Greater China

    1. Signatories: KADIN Indonesia, South China Morning Post (SCMP)

    2. Strategic collaboration to strengthen sustainable trade and investment corridors across the region.

Strategic Launches and Declarations on Day Two of ISF 2025:

1. 1. Launch of the Indonesia Transition Factbook by BloombergNEF & KADIN Indonesia

   2. Strategic Collaboration for Indonesia’s Low Carbon Future – Carbon Capture Storage (CCS) and Carbon Capture Utilisation Storage (CCUS) Roadmap at Block Arun by PT Energi Mega Persada (EMP) & PEMA

   3. Inauguration of the Indonesian Association of EV Charging Owners (ASPELUSI)

With the signing of these cross-sectoral MoUs and strategic collaborations, ISF 2025 has proven itself to be more than a dialogue forum. It is an implementation platform that bridges global vision with local needs. The tangible commitments from government, business, and international partners affirm that the transition to a green economy is no longer optional, but a central pillar of Indonesia’s development trajectory.

ISF 2025 is expected to remain a dynamic space for accelerating inclusive and impactful green policies, innovations, and investments. Through a collaborative approach involving all stakeholders,

Indonesia reaffirms its role as a leading force in the regional sustainability ecosystem and a trusted partner in building a resilient, equitable, and sustainable future.

About ISF

The Indonesia International Sustainability Forum (ISF) is an annual platform established in 2023, originally known as the Indonesia Sustainability Forum. It serves as a collaborative space to promote investment, innovation, and concrete actions toward sustainable development.

Since its inception, the ISF has reached significant milestones. The 2023 edition was launched as a country-led initiative that brought together a diverse group of stakeholders. Last year, the ISF saw participation from over 11,000 registered attendees across 53 countries, making it the second- largest climate action forum in the Asia-Pacific region after COP (Conference of the Parties). It also facilitated the signing of 12 memorandums of understanding (MoUs) focused on energy transition and decarbonisation, connecting several strategic projects with new funding sources.

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