At the Indonesia SDGs Conference 2024 (SAC), Deputy for Maritime Affairs and Natural Resources at the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas), Vivi Yulaswati, highlighted the challenges of the planetary crisis. She stated, "In 2019, the industry accounted for 34% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The circular economy could reduce emissions by up to 7.3 gigatons annually. In Indonesia, it could decrease pollution, reduce material use by 28%, and lower greenhouse gas emissions by 39%."
A study conducted in collaboration with Bappenas, UNDP, and the Danish Government projected that a circular economy in Indonesia could boost the country's GDP by up to IDR 638 trillion by 2030, create 4.4 million new jobs, and reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
Through cross-sector collaboration, Indonesia has the opportunity to accelerate its transformation towards a green industry that supports growth while preserving the environment. It is hoped that the circular economy can be applied on a wider scale, bringing tangible benefits to both the economy and the environment.
The first parallel session, "Accelerating Sustainable Industry to Achieve SDGs," discussed policies for accelerating green industry, implementing a circular economy, and strategies for transforming supply chains to balance industrial growth with ecology.
The second session, "Achieving the Future of Sustainable Jobs in the Era of Disruption," focused on changes in the job sector, especially green jobs. Speakers from the World Economic Forum and LinkedIn discussed the impact of digital disruption on the labor market and the importance of education in creating sustainable jobs.
Third parallel session highlighted green economy financing, which discussed collaboration and access to financing for green innovations and SMEs in the sustainable agriculture sector.
The fourth parallel session, titled "Bridging Education and Business for Sustainable Competitiveness," explored strategies to create synergy between education and industry, as well as the educational innovations needed to prepare future workers focused on green industries.
The fifth session showcased social entrepreneurship as a foundation for generating future jobs, particularly in support of Indonesia's green economic transformation and social inclusion.
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