Photo 1. All Participants of the AEO9 Country Visit to Indonesia.
The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) conducted the 9th ASEAN Energy Outlook (AEO9) Country Visit to Indonesia on 10 February 2026 in Jakarta. The visit forms part of the country consultation phase of AEO9 development and was organised with financial support from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) through the ASEAN-UK Green Transition Fund (GTF).
The visit aimed to strengthen alignment between Indonesia’s national energy priorities and the regional modelling framework of AEO9. Discussions focused on validating national data and assumptions, reviewing preliminary modelling results, and identifying policy pathways to inform the development of the Regional Aspiration Scenario (RAS). The engagement also integrated Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) principles, supporting inclusive participation and dialogue in line with ASEAN’s commitment to a just and inclusive energy transition.
The meeting brought together representatives from Indonesian energy-related ministries, national institutions, utilities, and technical agencies, alongside experts from ACE. The sessions provided a platform for detailed technical exchange to ensure that Indonesia’s national context is accurately reflected in the regional outlook.
Photo 2. Welcoming Remarks by the host country
The programme opened with welcoming remarks delivered by Bintar Abdillah Pambudu Luhur, Bilateral and National Electricity Cooperation Manager, representing the host country. The remarks highlighted Indonesia’s continued commitment to regional energy cooperation and underscored the importance of AEO9 as a strategic tool to support evidence-based policymaking and long-term energy planning across ASEAN.
Photo 3. Technical Session by Yudiandra Yuwono, Senior Energy Modeller at ACE
Technical sessions began with AEO9 progress updates and an introduction to the Low Emission Analysis Platform (LEAP) modelling framework and scenario structure, delivered by Yudiandra Yuwono, Senior Energy Modeller at ACE. The session outlined the overall AEO9 development timeline and presented the structure of the Baseline Scenario (BAS), AMS Target Scenario (ATS), and RAS, followed by discussions with national stakeholders.
Photo 4. Data Discussion led by Silvira Ayu Rosalia, Energy Statistician and Fadel Maulana, Data Officer of Modelling and Policy Planning (MPP) at ACE.
Sessions on data inputs and modelling assumptions, covering socioeconomics, energy demand, supply, transformation, and policy parameters, were led by Silvira Ayu Rosalia, Energy Statistician at ACE, and Fadel Maulana, Data Officer at ACE. The discussions focused on validating Indonesia’s national datasets, clarifying assumptions, and identifying areas requiring further refinement to strengthen modelling accuracy.
In the afternoon, initial findings of the Baseline Scenario and ATS were presented by Yudiandra Yuwono. The session reviewed preliminary projections for Indonesia and invited feedback to ensure consistency with national plans, targets, and recent policy developments.
Discussions on the RAS were facilitated by Yudiandra Yuwono, focusing on possible policy interventions, ambition levels, and transformative pathways that could be incorporated into the AEO9 modelling framework. Participants exchanged views on feasible measures to accelerate decarbonisation, enhance energy security, and support sustainable economic growth.
Photo 4. Open Session for Additional Technical Inputs.
An open session on other matters provided space for additional technical inputs and clarification of next steps in data submission and coordination.
The visit concluded with closing remarks delivered by Yudiandra Yuwono on behalf of ACE. Appreciation was expressed to the Government of Indonesia and participating institutions for their active engagement and technical contributions. The session reaffirmed the importance of continued collaboration to refine Indonesia’s inputs to AEO9 and to strengthen coherence between national energy strategies and ASEAN’s regional energy outlook.
ACE reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining close coordination with Indonesian counterparts through follow-up consultations, data exchanges, and ongoing technical dialogue as AEO9 progresses toward its launch at the 44th ASEAN Ministers on Energy Meeting (AMEM) in September 2026.
Photo 5. All Participants of the AEO9 2nd Country Visit to Indonesia.
The second country visit for Indonesia was conducted on 2 March 2026 in Jakarta, bringing together representatives from key Indonesian ministries and agencies to strengthen national inputs for the development of AEO9. As ASEAN’s flagship analytical report, the Outlook supports evidence-based energy planning and tracks progress toward the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 2026–2030, which emphasises energy security and accelerated decarbonisation across the region.
Photo 6. Afham Kilmi, research analyst of ACE (right), Muhammad Rizki Kresnawan, Senior Modeller of ACE (center), and Yudiandra Yuwono, Senior Modeller of ACE (right) during sharing sessions
During the session, ACE presented progress updates on AEO9 development, including initial projections under the Baseline and ATS. The discussions then focused on validating Indonesia’s latest policy developments and datasets through exchanges with several institutions, including the Directorate General of Electricity (DJK Gatrik), Directorate General of New, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation (EBTKE), the Centre for Data and Information Technology (Pusdatin), and the National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas).
Photo 7. Discussion and clarification during sharing session.
Technical discussions addressed the alignment between Indonesia’s national planning frameworks and the AEO9 modelling assumptions. Participants discussed updates from key policy documents such as the National Electricity General Plan (RUKN), the National Energy General Plan (RUEN), Indonesia’s Net Zero Emission (NZE) pathway analysis, and macroeconomic projections from the National Medium-Term and Long-Term Development Plans (RPJMN and RPJPN).
Several technical inputs were also raised during the discussion to improve modelling accuracy. These included questions on the modelling tools used for supply–demand projections, integration of power generation planning within existing development plans, and data availability for sectoral energy consumption. Participants also highlighted gaps in sectoral data, including biomass use in the residential sector, energy consumption in agriculture, and the need for clearer breakdowns in industrial energy use.
The consultation concluded with a shared understanding on refining datasets, incorporating updated policy assumptions, and strengthening coordination between national institutions and ACE’s modelling team. The outcomes of the meeting will contribute to improving the accuracy of Indonesia’s inputs and supporting the next iteration of the AEO9 modelling process ahead of its planned release in September 2026.
