Thermal Coal Market Stagnates Near US$130 Mark Amidst Weak Asian Demand and High Inventories, Global Energy Transition Pressures Persist
The global thermal coal market is currently experiencing a period of stagnation, with benchmark prices hovering around the US$130 per ton mark as of Tuesday, June 23, 2026. After a…
Global Energy Markets Grapple with Stagnant Coal Prices Amidst China’s Supply Rebound and Declining Oil Values
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia – The global energy market experienced a moment of equilibrium on Monday, June 22, 2026, as benchmark coal prices held steady, closing at US$131.5 per ton. This…
Indonesia’s Energy Imperative: Forging Trust, Driving Transformation, and Securing a Sustainable Future
Energy, far beyond a mere commodity, stands as a fundamental pillar of national presence and public trust in Indonesia. It illuminates homes, irrigates farmlands, powers fishing fleets, enables children’s education…
Green Building Crisis in Yogyakarta: The Struggle for Energy-Efficient Hotels Amidst a Tourism Boom and Rising Urban Temperatures
The Special Region of Yogyakarta remains one of Indonesia’s most iconic tourism magnets, drawing millions of domestic and international visitors annually to its cultural landmarks and vibrant streets. However, beneath…
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Signals Potential for Pertamax Price Reduction Amid Global Market Fluctuations
The Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has officially addressed the recent surge in domestic fuel prices, particularly for non-subsidized products, while offering a glimmer of hope for…
Indonesia’s Ambitious Energy Strategy: A Path to Sovereignty, Prosperity, and Sustainable Growth
Energy, far from being a mere utility or commodity, is increasingly recognized as the indispensable bedrock of national sovereignty, industrial prowess, defense capabilities, food security, educational advancement, public health, and…
DPR RI Commission XII Approves IDR 27.33 Trillion Indicative Budget Ceiling for ESDM Ministry in 2027, Paving Way for Major Energy Initiatives
The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) Commission XII, responsible for energy, mineral resources, environment, and forestry affairs, officially approved the indicative budget ceiling for the Ministry of Energy and…
Global Climate Crisis and the Rise of Renewable Energy Record Heat Forecasts Met with Breakthroughs in Green Power and Biodiversity Discoveries
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued a sobering assessment of the planet’s immediate climatic future, revealing that there is a 91 percent probability that the period between 2026 and…
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Adjusts Non-Subsidized Fuel Prices Effective June 1, 2026, Citing Global Market Dynamics and National Energy Sustainability
Jakarta, Indonesia – PT Pertamina Patra Niaga (PTPN), the commercial and trading sub-holding of state-owned energy giant Pertamina, has officially announced adjustments to the retail prices of several non-subsidized fuel…
Civil Society Groups Question Indonesia’s Energy Transition Commitment as Fossil Fuel Dominance and Industrial Expansion Threaten Net Zero Goals
Civil society organizations in Indonesia are expressing deep-seated skepticism regarding the government’s genuine commitment to a sustainable energy transition, citing a persistent reliance on fossil fuels that threatens the nation’s…
Legislator Backs Waste-to-Energy Initiatives Amidst Central Java’s Growing Waste Crisis
SEMARANG – Mohammad Saleh, Deputy Speaker of the Central Java Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), has voiced strong support for the development and implementation of Waste-to-Energy (PSEL) programs across various…
















