Indonesia’s Ministry of Forestry has confirmed broader investment opportunities in the forestry sector through the expansion of carbon trading initiatives aligned with international standards. The government stated that Forestry Regulation No. 6/2026 provides a clearer and simpler framework for developing high-integrity carbon credits while improving transparency and environmental accountability. Officials emphasized that the updated regulation supports stronger investor confidence and opens wider access to carbon economic value mechanisms, including nesting schemes designed to prevent double counting and strengthen market credibility.

The government also highlighted its commitment to restoring 12 million hectares of critical land and reducing emissions across 50 million hectares of forest areas, alongside social forestry and customary forest programs. Indonesia’s tradable carbon credit potential is estimated to reach 13.4 billion tons of CO2 equivalent by 2050, with projected economic value ranging from IDR 41.7 trillion to IDR 127.98 trillion depending on global carbon market prices. Authorities believe the policy will support sustainable economic growth while positioning Indonesia as a major participant in the global green economy.
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