As part of the joint initiative between Traction Energy Asia and the Trenggalek Regency Government to integrate low-carbon development strategies into regional planning, a two-day data dissemination and capacity-building event was held on April 29–30, 2025. The event featured three main sessions: dissemination of technocratic data, a focused group discussion (FGD), and technical assistance for the integration of low-carbon policies into planning documents.
Several subject matter experts participated in the event, including Dr. Ardi Adji (Lecturer in Economics), who presented findings on the 52-sector Environmental Input-Output (IO) Table. Firman Afrianto (Urban and Regional Planning Practitioner) delivered an analysis of the Regional Spatial Plan (RTRW), along with recommendations for a more sustainable spatial vision. Puspa Widyarini, Traction’s environmental specialist, shared baseline data on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The FGD session was led by Prof. Firmansyah, PhD, who helped guide the formulation of low-carbon development strategies based on the insights presented.
Dr. Ardi’s analysis highlighted that economic growth can be achieved alongside GHG emission reductions by boosting sectors that generate high output, income, and employment. In Trenggalek’s case, public administration and water supply & waste management emerged as key sectors that need policy support. Meanwhile, land transportation was identified as the largest GHG emitter and thus a priority for emissions reduction.
Firman’s spatial planning assessment proposed a more sustainable development model, emphasizing the need to strengthen new environmentally friendly growth centers, green and blue infrastructure, and climate-resilient planning. The goal: to build a spatial framework that is inclusive, disaster-adaptive, and conducive to a green economy.
On the environmental front, Puspa emphasized sectoral mitigation measures to address GHG emissions. Recommended actions included transitioning to renewable energy, adopting efficient transport systems, promoting sustainable agriculture, improving waste management, conserving and reforesting forests, and aligning mitigation plans with cyclical planning processes.
Based on the comprehensive data analysis from various dimensions and disciplines, Prof. Firmansyah proposed six sectoral policy strategy recommendations that could be utilized by Trenggalek Regency to promote low-carbon development. These six proposed policies include strategies for institutionalizing sustainable agribusiness, sustainable industry, a conducive business climate for sustainable trade, the development of environmentally friendly local transportation, the socialization of energy-efficient lifestyles, and integrated domestic waste management.
On Day 2, the event continued with a technocratic guidance session led by regional development planning expert Doddy Afianto. In the first session, Doddy trained local government representatives and technical teams on how to effectively integrate low-carbon development priorities into the Trenggalek RPJMD (Regional Medium-Term Development Plan). He also explained how local governments can align their Low-Carbon Regional Action Plans (RAD) with the RKPD (Local Government Work Plan) to ensure consistency and strategic alignment.
This collaborative initiative between Traction Energy Asia and the Trenggalek Regency Government marks a concrete first step toward low-carbon development and sustainable bioeconomy strategies at the regional level. Through evidence-based data, spatial mapping, and policy formulation rooted in science, Trenggalek is demonstrating its commitment to building a more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable future.
Moving forward, successful implementation will require strong cross-sectoral collaboration and policy consistency. Traction Energy Asia calls on local governments, academics, practitioners, and civil society to work together in safeguarding Indonesia’s path toward a greener, more competitive, and climate-resilient future.
