The transformation of Indonesia’s logistics sector toward a low-carbon system is regarded as a strategic component in supporting the country’s national climate commitments, particularly the achievement of Indonesia’s FOLU Net Sink 2030 target and the emission reduction goals set out in its Second Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement.
The Green Logistics Talk forum, held in Jakarta on Thursday (19/02/2026), carried the theme “Measuring, Reducing, and Managing Carbon Footprint in Logistics for Indonesia’s Climate Commitment.” The forum brought together government representatives, business actors, and cross-regional professional networks to underscore the importance of integrating forestry policy, supply chain efficiency, and accountable carbon footprint measurement in building a sustainable economic system.
Agus Justianto, Project Director of FOLU NC-1 (Forestry and Other Land Use Net Carbon Sink Coordination Program) and Member of the Advisory Board for Indonesia’s FOLU Net Sink 2030, stated that carbon emission management must be viewed as an integral part of responsible development rather than as an impediment to economic growth.
“The approach we are promoting is not to halt development, but to ensure that every economic activity operates more efficiently, prudently, and sustainably,” Agus said during the forum.
He explained that Indonesia has established commitments through its Second NDC and the FOLU Net Sink 2030 target, which positions the forestry and other land use (FOLU) sector as a net carbon sink by 2030. According to him, cross-sector contributions, including transportation and distribution, are decisive in achieving this target.
“The private sector, including logistics, plays a significant role through energy efficiency, technological innovation, and the implementation of accountable emission measurement and reporting systems,” he said.
Agus added that forest rehabilitation and tree planting constitute concrete interventions within the FOLU framework. To date, the implementation of FOLU NC-1 has covered more than 17,000 hectares, increasing carbon stock by over 34,000 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e). These achievements will continue to be strengthened through subsequent schemes.
Meanwhile, Netty Sri Rejeki, Founder of PT Arrakasta Nusalink Logistik Indonesia (ANL Logistics), affirmed that the logistics sector is ready to assume a strategic role in supporting national climate commitments. “As an archipelagic country, logistics is the backbone of national connectivity. However, every kilometer traveled carries a carbon footprint, and this is where our responsibility begins,” Netty stated.
She emphasized that logistics transformation involves not only operational efficiency, but also systemic reform through carbon footprint measurement aligned with international standards. “We are committed to building a more resilient, low-carbon, and globally competitive logistics system,” she added.
Juliana, Global Vice Chairperson of Women in Logistics and Transportation (WILAT) Southeast Asia, stated that ANL Logistics is the first logistics company in Indonesia within the organization to have made significant progress in environmental stewardship by calculating carbon emissions across its operational activities.
“I hope this step will be followed by logistics entrepreneurs in Indonesia,” she said. She also conveyed that women’s leadership plays an important role in advancing sustainable business governance and accelerating the transition toward a green economy.
Juliana further emphasized that this is a timely moment for Indonesia to demonstrate its environmental commitment and promote a green supply chain, encouraging supply chain and logistics industry practitioners to move collectively in positioning Indonesia as a green supply chain hub in Southeast Asia and globally.
The Green Logistics Talk forum is expected to serve as a constructive dialogue platform that brings together government policy, industry practices, technological innovation, and professional organizations to accelerate efficient, low-emission, and sustainable distribution and transportation systems.
Through this multi-stakeholder collaboration, Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening FOLU policy integration, industrial transformation, and private sector contributions in achieving national climate targets and reinforcing its position in the global green economy.
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