Johan Sulaeman

THE WRITER IS PROFESSOR OF FINANCE AT THE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE BUSINESS SCHOOL, AND DIRECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY’S SUSTAINABLE AND GREEN FINANCE INSTITUTE

A drone view shows traffic during evening rush hours in Jakarta, Indonesia, February 3, 2026. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan

Market volatility highlights Indonesia’s overlooked climate and resource risks

But challenges can be seen as an opportunity to link market reform and financial stability with better stewardship and environmental resilience

在裕廊岛上的烟囱排放的烟雾。(摄于2024年11月22日) Generic pix [OCBC Centre] Smoke emitting from the chimneys on Jurong Island, seen on Nov 22, 2024. Tags - Carbon emissions, environment, pollution, economy 碳排放、环境、污染、经济

Improving carbon credit frameworks to enhance carbon project quality and financing

The current approach adopted by certain certification entities falls short in addressing reputational risks for those purchasing credits