Indonesia’s state-owned energy company, PT Pertamina, is looking to Brazil’s achievements in ethanol fuel development as a model for advancing its own biofuel initiatives. The discussion took place at the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, reported Antara News.
“Brazil has been very successful in developing ethanol,” said Agung Wicaksono, Pertamina’s Director of Business Transformation and Sustainability, during a session at the Indonesian Pavilion on Tuesday, November 11.
As per the news report, Wicaksono highlighted that biofuels are crucial for strengthening energy security, promoting environmental sustainability, and supporting economic growth—particularly at the community level.
He noted that Brazil’s ethanol program has produced concrete results, allowing farmers to earn higher incomes while boosting the national economy through sugarcane-based ethanol production.
Pertamina plans to hold meetings with leading Brazilian bioethanol companies to explore potential partnerships and gain insights from their experience.
“We came to COP30 to study ethanol not only as a green fuel, but as a strategic solution to reduce Indonesia’s dependence on fossil fuel imports,” Wicaksono added.
COP30 runs from November 10 to 21, 2025, in Belém. The Indonesian Pavilion serves as a platform to highlight the nation’s green diplomacy and multi-sector climate initiatives across forestry, energy, industry, and waste management.
The pavilion also fosters bilateral cooperation with key partners, including the United Kingdom and The Royal Foundation, to strengthen green financing and accelerate the adoption of low-emission technologies.
“Environmental diplomacy must go beyond the negotiation table. It’s time for real action,” said Minister of Environment Hanif Faisol Nurofiq. “Indonesia is ready to lead the way with global partners toward a just and low-emission future.”
This year’s pavilion design integrates elements of cultural heritage and sustainability, symbolizing harmony between people and nature.
“We want the Indonesia Pavilion to stand as a symbol of openness, collaboration, and Indonesia’s leadership in addressing the climate crisis,” the minister concluded.
