Jakarta – The Indonesian Ministry of Environment (KLH/BPLH), in collaboration with the Republic of Korea and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), has officially launched the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation for Methane Mitigation (AKCMM) project in Jakarta. Indonesia joins Malaysia and the Philippines as the third ASEAN nation to implement this strategic climate program.
Moh Jumhur Hidayat, Minister of Environment and Head of the Environmental Control Agency, emphasized that addressing organic waste is a top priority in Indonesia’s national climate agenda. With organic matter accounting for 63 percent of total landfill waste, Indonesia’s methane emissions are projected to reach approximately 21 million tons of CO₂e.
“Waste management is more than just a matter of sanitation; it is a critical pillar of our climate action,” the Minister stated.
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The Minister further added, “Through the AKCMM project, Indonesia is committed to bridging practical field solutions with our ambitious methane reduction targets. We appreciate the support from Korea and ASEAN in strengthening a greener and more sustainable waste management system.”
The AKCMM project is a three-year, US$20 million initiative under the Partnership for ASEAN-ROK Methane Action (PARMA), funded by the Republic of Korea through the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF). LEE Chul, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to ASEAN, highlighted the initiative as a testament to regional solidarity in slowing global warming, noting that methane mitigation serves as one of the most effective interventions for immediate climate impact.
“The Republic of Korea is proud to partner with Indonesia and ASEAN through the AKCF. Mitigating methane is a strategic move to combat global temperature rises. The AKCMM project reflects our shared resolve to face the global climate crisis by providing concrete technical and financial support to member countries,” said LEE Chul.
H.E. San Lwin, Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community, underscored the importance of aligning regional efforts with the long-term ASEAN climate strategy. “Methane mitigation remains a vital component of the broader ASEAN climate agenda and our regional journey toward low-carbon and climate-resilient development. This project significantly strengthens regional cooperation, improves technical capacity, and supports the implementation of practical climate actions across ASEAN,” she explained.
Rowan Fraser, Country Representative for GGGI Indonesia, noted that the project aims to resolve the disconnect between central policy and field execution. The primary focus is to establish a data-driven system that also attracts green investment.
“The AKCMM project is designed to bridge the gap between national policies and local implementation. By refining emission measurement systems and creating viable financing schemes, we are not only reducing greenhouse gas impacts but also fostering economic efficiency in waste management across Indonesia’s major cities,” said Fraser.
The implementation of the AKCMM will be coordinated through the National Working Forum (FKN), focusing on policy strengthening, emission monitoring systems, the development of bankable projects, and enhanced regional dialogue. This program aligns with the 2025–2029 National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) and serves to reinforce Indonesia’s role in green diplomacy across Southeast Asia.
Summary
The Indonesian Ministry of Environment, in partnership with South Korea and the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), has launched the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation for Methane Mitigation (AKCMM) project. This three-year, US$20 million initiative aims to address the significant challenge of organic waste, which constitutes 63 percent of Indonesia’s landfill waste and contributes to substantial methane emissions. By joining Malaysia and the Philippines in this program, Indonesia seeks to bridge the gap between national climate policies and practical field execution.
The project will focus on strengthening emission monitoring systems, developing bankable waste management projects, and attracting green investment to improve sustainability. Coordinated through the National Working Forum, the initiative aligns with Indonesia’s 2025–2029 development goals and broader ASEAN climate strategies. Through regional collaboration, the project serves as a strategic intervention to reduce greenhouse gas impacts and foster a climate-resilient economy.
