The U.S. Mission to Indonesia, in collaboration with Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR), inaugurated the “Clean Energy for Indonesian Industrial Zones: Battery-to-Electric Vehicle (B2EV) Workshop.” This event aims to advance the use of clean energy technologies to decarbonize Indonesia’s industrial zones and strengthen the battery-to-electric vehicle supply chain.
“Renewable energy development is essential for the economic growth of both our countries. The United States is a committed partner in supporting Indonesia’s sustainable battery and electric vehicle development. Today’s workshop further underscores our commitment to that partnership. U.S. technology can help reduce Indonesia’s greenhouse gas emissions while promoting inclusive economic opportunities in Indonesia,” said Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Jason P. Rebholz.
The two-day workshop, co-hosted with the Net Zero World Initiative led by the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration, and MEMR, brought together 150 participants from the public and private sectors and civil society. The goal was to collaboratively identify concrete paths to utilize affordable, low-emission technologies to enhance the competitiveness of Indonesian industry. “Harnessing the power and expertise of the National Laboratories, the U.S. Department of Energy is committed to working with Indonesia to accelerate clean climate goals with tangible projects that meet Indonesia’s energy needs,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for International Affairs Julie Cerquiera.
The workshop featured five roadmap dialogues focused on themes related to battery-to-electric vehicle supply chain development, the integration of clean energy alternatives to coal, and the promotion of environmental and sustainable governance standards in the mining and manufacturing sectors. Additionally, panels and networking sessions highlighted opportunities for Indonesian industry and U.S. businesses to partner with the U.S. government for financial and business support.
“At the International Trade Administration, we recognize that tackling the climate crisis requires collaboration. The U.S. industry has a significant role to play. Together, we are committed to promoting inclusive economic growth, accelerating the deployment of clean technologies, and facilitating investments in sustainable infrastructure projects with trading partners like Indonesia to achieve their respective climate goals,” said Dr. Heather Evans, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Manufacturing for the International Trade Administration.
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