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Riset: Pensiun dini PLTU batubara justru berdampak positif bagi perekonomian nasional
An opinion article by Fiorentina Refani, published in The Conversation.
Read publicationIndonesia’s Gaza peacekeeping mission risks enforcing a broken status quo
Opinion article by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat Yeta Purnama, published in Middle East Monitor.
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TOXIC TWENTY: Unmasking Indonesia’s Most Toxic Coal Fired Power Plants
Jakarta, November 4th, 2025 - Indonesia risks 156,000 premature deaths and USD 109 billion (IDR 1.813 quadrillion) in economic losses from the cumulative operation of the country’s 20 most dangerous coal-fired power plants (CFPPs) through 2050, according to a new report released today by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), Celios, and Trend Asia. The report, titled “ Toxic Twenty: Unmasking Indonesia’s Most Toxic Coal Fired Power Plants, ” highlights the severe health, envir
Read publicationBahrain’s Coal-Free Commitment and Why Indonesia Should Pay Attention
Opinion article by Bhima Yudhistira Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat, published in Jakarta Globe.
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What are the potential impacts of climate change on population health in Indonesia?
The latest CELIOS study, “Potential Impacts of Climate Change on the Health of Indonesia’s Population,” reveals that climate change is likely to increase a wide range of health problems, including heat-related illnesses, respiratory disorders, heightened risks of malaria and dengue fever, as well as cardiovascular diseases and mental health issues. Our findings show that rising temperatures, ecosystem disruptions, and more frequent natural disasters can expand disease distribution, reduce produ
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Low Wages, High Hopes: Inside Indonesia’s Fashion Supply Chains
CELIOS’ new report “Low Wages, High Hopes” sheds light on the harsh realities behind Indonesia’s textile, garment, shoe, and leather industries. Drawing on DecentWorkCheck survey data from 2017–2024, the study finds widespread short-term contracts, wage theft, and declining social protection—trends worsened by deregulation under the Job Creation Law. The report calls for stronger labor enforcement and greater accountability from global fashion brands to ensure decent work and fair pay across I
Read publicationPraperadilan sebagai Kontrol Penyidikan Polisi
An opinion article by Muhammad Saleh, published in Tempo.co.
Read publicationBRICS New Development Bank fueling Indonesia’s green energy dream
Opinion article by Bhima Yudhistira and Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat, published in Asia Times.
Read publicationHow the New Development Bank Can Lead by Safeguarding Our Future
An opinion article by Bhima Yudhistira Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat, published in Global Policy Journal.
Read publicationOpening New Channels of Energy Transition Financing from the Middle East
Opinion article by Shafa Kalila, published in Katadata.
Read publicationIndonesia and Kuwait: A friendship stuck in neutral
Opinion article by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat, published in Middle East Monitor.
Read publicationWhoosh train woes are Indonesia’s, not a China debt trap
Opinion article by Muhammad Zulfikar Rakhmat, published in Asia Times.
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