We are committed to driving evidence-based development planning for Indonesia’s low-carbon future by strengthening economic tools and data systems. Through advanced research and data visualization, we equip policymakers with insights to align national and regional development with sustainable growth.
We are committed to contributing positively to society, ensuring that our initiatives foster both social and environmental well-being.
We embrace innovation to create cutting-edge solutions that drive the clean energy transition and address the challenges of climate change.
We value the strength of partnerships and teamwork, recognizing that collective efforts lead to more impactful results.
We uphold the highest standards of openness in our actions, decisions, and communications, including sharing our findings and data.
We are dedicated to achieving significant, measurable, and sustainable outcomes that drive positive change in the communities and industries we serve.
We adhere to the highest ethical standards, ensuring that our actions are guided by honesty, accountability, and a strong moral compass.
To tackle climate change and reduce carbon emissions, Indonesia must adopt a development strategy that balances economic growth, social well-being, and environmental sustainability—known as Low Carbon Development. This strategy is key to realizing the vision of Indonesia Emas 2045: “A Sovereign, Advanced, and Sustainable Nation”, while also serving as the foundation for achieving net zero emissions by 2060. For success, low carbon development must be implemented holistically, sustainably, and equitably across all regions and sectors, ensuring a greener and more resilient future for generations to come.
Traction Energy Asia believes that well-planned development is key to achieving low-carbon and sustainable economic growth. Through data-driven research and in-depth analysis, we support national and regional governments in crafting strategic, inclusive, and evidence-based policies. Our approach ensures that every development decision not only drives economic progress but also protects the environment and enhances community well-being.
Traction Energy Asia recognizes that regional finance plays a crucial role in driving sustainable low-carbon development. Through data-driven research and policy analysis, we support local governments in identifying innovative funding sources, optimizing budget allocations, and ensuring that regional investments contribute to inclusive and environmentally responsible economic growth.
Traction Energy Asia is committed to researching and driving the implementation of Sustainable Development as a fundamental pillar of policy in Indonesia. We ensure that every development step not only accelerates economic growth but also maintains ecological balance, social equity, and climate resilience. Through data-driven approaches and cross-sector collaboration, we deliver actionable solutions to address sustainability challenges at both national and regional levels.
A group of friends and former colleagues from diverse backgrounds, ranging from research, environmental campaigning, law, research and IT, develop the concept of a research think tank focused on policy advocacy to speed up Indopnesia’s transition to clean energy and low-carbon growth. Traction Energy Asia is registered as a Yayasan (non-profit foundation) in July 2018.
Successful completion our first large project, a life-cycle analysis of palm oil-based biodiesel, showing that carbon emissions could be much higher than for fossil diesel, as well as highlighting the risk of further deforestation to supply more palm-oil for biodiesel.
– Conducted a study to identify the collection potential of used cooking oil (UCO) in Metro Jakarta and Depok, for use as a sustainable biodiesel feedstock, to reduce the risk of deforestation from palm oil.
– Traction’s accounts, records, reports, policies, and procedures are audited for the first time.
– In partnership with Oxfam Hong Kong, we developed a forum for Chinese and Indonesian academics, NGOs, and government stakeholders to share knowledge and to inform a strategy to attract sustainable investment from China to Indonesia.
– Trained, mentored and supported 14 district governments in Indonesia to incorporate sustainable development and climate resilience into their 5-year economic development plans.
– Mapped and analysed foreign investment in Indonesia’s energy sector, and provided policy recommendations to encourage investment to support Indonesia’s transition to clean energy and low-carbon growth.
– Launched Indonesia’s first Academy for Economic and Environmental Journalism (AJEL), in partnership with Indonesia’s Alliance of Independent Journalists (AJI), to build the capacity of business journalsts to incorporate the environmental and social costs of Indonesia’s rapid economic development into their reporting.
The Traction Research Team conducted a study on the potential supply of Used Cooking Oil (UCO) as a biodiesel feedstock in eight cities across Java and Bali. The study also explores a collection model for UCO from households and micro enterprises.
– Collaborated with state-owned oil and gas company, Pertamina, and PT. Bali Hijau, to conduct a pilot project for UCO collection and biodiesel production.
– Signed a cooperation agreement with the Association of Indonesian Regency Governments (APKASI) to conduct technical training on the preparation of RPJPD and RPJMD along with supporting documents. So far, 33 regencies have participated in this mentoring program.
– Mapped Indonesia’s fast developing EV battery supply chain and provided policy recommendations to minimize the negative impacts.
– Convened Indonesia’s first national stakeholder forum for government and industry actors in the EV battery sector.
– Internal restructuring to strengthen organizational performance.
– 2025 – 2030 Strategic Plan developed to position Traction as a leading force to infuence Indonesia’s transition to clean energy and low-carbon growth.
– Academic paper on used cooking oil (UCO) governance submitted to the Coordinating Ministry for Maritime and Investment Affairs, which, along with Traction’s previous studies on UCO, provide references for Indonesia’s Roadmap for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Industry Development.
Traction launched an E-Learning platform to support local governments to incorporate sustainable development and low-carbon growth into their development planning.
Our e-learning platform offers expert-led courses on renewable energy, sustainable practices, and energy transition strategies. Join now and become part of the movement towards a greener, more sustainable future.
Since the end of 2018, Chevie Mawarti, founder of Arnetta Craft, has been creating handicraft items from used cooking oil
Indonesia merupakan salah satu negara konsumen minyak goreng terbesar di dunia. Pada tahun 2019, Indonesia telah mengonsumsi minyak goreng sekitar
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