Enviro News Asia, Jakarta — The transformation of Indonesia’s logistics sector toward a low-carbon system is increasingly recognised as a strategic component in supporting the country’s national climate commitments, particularly the achievement of Indonesia’s FOLU Net Sink 2030 target and emission reduction goals under the Second Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC).
These issues were highlighted during the Green Logistics Talk held in Jakarta on Thursday, themed “Measuring, Reducing, and Managing Carbon Footprint in Logistics for Indonesia’s Climate Commitment.” The forum brought together government representatives, private sector actors, and cross-regional professional networks to underline the importance of integrating forestry policies, supply chain efficiency, and accountable carbon footprint measurement in building a sustainable economic system.
Agus Justianto, Project Director of FOLU NC-1 and Expert Advisory Board Member of Indonesia’s FOLU Net Sink 2030, stressed that carbon emission management should be viewed as an integral part of responsible development rather than an obstacle to economic growth.
“The approach we are promoting is not to halt development, but to ensure that every economic activity operates more efficiently, prudently, and sustainably,” Agus said during the forum.
He noted that Indonesia has established firm commitments through its Second NDC and the FOLU Net Sink 2030 target, positioning the forestry and other land-use sectors as a net carbon sink by 2030. According to him, cross-sectoral contributions, including from transportation and distribution, will be critical to achieving these targets.
“The business sector, including logistics, plays a major role through energy efficiency, technological innovation, and the adoption of accountable emission measurement and reporting systems,” he added.
Agus further explained that forest rehabilitation and tree planting constitute tangible interventions within the FOLU framework. To date, the implementation of FOLU NC-1 has covered more than 17,000 hectares, resulting in an increase of over 34,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent carbon stocks, with further achievements expected through subsequent schemes.
Netty Sri Rejeki, Founder of PT Arrakasta Nusalink Logistik Indonesia (ANL Logistics), affirmed that the logistics sector is ready to assume a strategic role in supporting Indonesia’s climate commitments.
“As an archipelagic country, logistics is the backbone of national connectivity. However, every kilometre travelled leaves a carbon footprint, and that is where our responsibility begins,” she said. Netty emphasised that logistics transformation goes beyond operational efficiency and requires systemic reform through carbon footprint measurement aligned with international standards. “We are committed to building a more resilient, low-carbon, and globally competitive logistics system,” she added.
Meanwhile, Anis Fachmi, General Manager of All Sedayu Hotel Kelapa Gading, welcomed the Green Logistics Talk initiative as part of efforts to strengthen sustainable, low-carbon logistics systems.
“The Green Logistics initiative aligns with the Sedayu Group’s commitment to responsible, environmentally friendly, and long-term business development. We are committed to integrating sustainability principles into hotel operations, including supply chain management and partnerships, to support national climate targets, including FOLU Net Sink 2030,” Anis said.
The Green Logistics Talk is expected to serve as a constructive dialogue platform linking government policy, industry practices, technological innovation, and professional organisations to accelerate the transition toward efficient, low-emission, and sustainable distribution and transportation systems. Through this multi-stakeholder collaboration, Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening FOLU policy integration, industrial transformation, and private sector contributions in achieving national climate targets and enhancing the country’s position in the global green economy. (*)
