The JETP Secretariat, a collaborative initiative designed to support Indonesia’s transition from fossil fuels to cleaner and renewable energy sources, successfully organized a hybrid Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on Enhancing Just Transition at the Mercure Hotel, Jakarta, and via Zoom. The event was attended by over 50 organizations, representing 72 invited Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) such as Humanis, Transparency International, etc, and think tanks, including CPI,  IRID, and WRI, and academic institutions like LPEM UI and PSE UGM.

The FGD aimed to present the Just Transition Standards 1-9 and introduce mechanisms for monitoring and evaluating their operationalization. Experts, including Aang Dharmawan (UNDP Indonesia), Muhammad Fathahillah Zuhri (ETP—UNOPS), Catharine Winata (JETP Secretariat), Nafisa Iskandar (GIZ), and Iqbal Alamsyah (GIZ), shared insights with participants alongside facilitators from ILO, ICEL, ADB and ETP consultants.

Paul Butarbutar, Head of the JETP Secretariat, emphasized during the FGD that "a just energy transition should support economic growth while ensuring that alternative energy remains affordable for all."

The event served as a platform for gathering participant feedback and insights to refine and update the 2024 version of the Comprehensive Investment Policy Plan (CIPP), a “living document" first launched by the JETP Secretariat in November 2023. This collaborative effort underscores the JETP Secretariat's commitment to ensuring an inclusive and just transition process.

At the core of the discussions was the introduction of Just Transition Standards 1-9, which laid the groundwork for equitable practices and principles essential for the energy transition. These standards serve as a blueprint to guide stakeholders in achieving a just and inclusive transformation.

Another focal point was the monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, which are critical for ensuring transparency, accountability, and measurable outcomes in implementing the standards. By exploring these mechanisms, participants collectively sought to establish robust frameworks for operational success.

The FGD highlighted the value of engaging Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) as one of the key stakeholders in policy development. Through active participation, CSOs offered unique perspectives and valuable feedback, reinforcing their role as bridges between policy and community needs.

Collaborative group presentations further enriched the dialogue, enabling participants to exchange innovative ideas and identify actionable solutions. The discussions culminated in key takeaways and recommendations, emphasizing the need for inclusive decision-making processes at all levels.

The event also addressed the importance of subnational, national government and societal involvement, recognizing their roles in driving grassroots impact and ensuring policy relevance. This was complemented by discussions on upskilling and reskilling programs for informal workers to empower them to adapt to the evolving energy landscape.

It was also emphasizing Gender, Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) principles, ensuring that the transition benefits all segments of society. Innovative tools like grievance mechanisms  were proposed to enhance transparency and conflict resolution.

Lastly, proactive prevention actions were explored to mitigate potential adverse impacts, reflecting a forward-looking approach to sustainability and fairness.

The FGD showcased the Secretariat’s goal of bringing together different groups to discuss and plan a fair and inclusive energy transition. This event was essential to ensure everyone was included in this critical change.