Jakarta, INTI - The Ministry of Industry is intensifying greenhouse gas (GHG) emission verification efforts in the power generation sector to ensure transparency and accountability in reporting, as part of Indonesia’s roadmap toward achieving Net Zero Emissions by 2060.
Minister of Industry Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita emphasized that this initiative aims to guarantee that emission reporting is conducted transparently, accountably, and in accordance with established standards.
Emission Verification at Banjasari Coal Power Plant
The verification of electricity-related emission reports was carried out by the Center for Standardization and Industrial Services for Leather, Rubber, and Plastics at the Banjarsari Coal-Fired Power Plant, operated by PT Bukit Pembangkit Innovative in Lahat Regency, South Sumatra, on February 18–19, 2026.
This activity represents the implementation of Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Regulation No. 16 of 2022, which mandates power generation companies to calculate and report their greenhouse gas emissions annually.
The regulation also requires that emission reports be verified by certified Verification and Validation Bodies, with the institution serving as one of the authorized entities with the necessary expertise.
The verification team conducted a thorough review of documentation and assessed the emission calculation methodologies applied by the company.
In addition, the team evaluated the consistency of activity data and emission factors, as well as performed on-site inspections to ensure alignment between reported data and actual plant operations.
Driving Green Industry and Data Credibility
The government views cross-sector collaboration and stronger implementation of green industry practices as essential to achieving the Net Zero Emission target.
Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita stated that the transition toward a green industry is no longer optional but imperative. Transparent emission control and reporting, he noted, serve as a critical foundation for maintaining the competitiveness of Indonesia’s industrial sector in the global market.
Head of the Agency for Industrial Standardization and Service Policy, Emmy Suryandari, highlighted that technical units under the agency play a vital role in supporting green industry implementation through credible technical services.
She added that efforts will continue to strengthen the capacity of these units to deliver tangible contributions to the development of a sustainable industrial ecosystem.
Meanwhile, Head of the Center, Cahyadi, underlined that emission verification goes beyond regulatory compliance and reflects the industry’s commitment to transitioning toward cleaner energy.
According to him, the verification process contributes to improving energy efficiency, enhancing the credibility of emission reporting systems, and supporting the formulation of data-driven emission reduction policies.
An independent and professional verification process is expected to produce reliable emission reports that can serve as a foundation for national policymaking while also encouraging sustainable innovation in the power sector.
He further affirmed the institution’s commitment to actively support emission control policies as part of Indonesia’s journey toward a greener, more competitive, and sustainable future.
Conclusion
Indonesia is reinforcing its commitment to achieving Net Zero Emissions by 2060 through stricter emission verification in the power sector. By ensuring transparent, accountable, and standardized reporting, the government is laying a strong foundation for a greener industrial future while enhancing global competitiveness and data-driven policymaking.
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