The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
Indonesia Green Gold Projects Agroforestry Nyamplung Bioenergy and Decarbonization
Republic of Indonesia
The Nyamplung Agroforestry Program is a Nyamplung tree planting program, a forest plant that can produce bioenergy and biopharmaceuticals. Nyamplung plants can decarbonize to reduce carbon emissions and greenhouse gas emissions. Nyamplung plants can be one solution to climate change and the energy transition from fossil to non-fossil energy. Nyamplung trees can be planted on critical or non-productive land such as ex-mining reclamation land, peat land, and conservation land.
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- Biodiversity
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- Green Industry
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese and English |
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2025.09.17[Wed]
16:00 ～ 18:00
(Venue Open 15:30)
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- Indonesia Pavilion
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The Indonesia Green Gold Project Agroforestry Nyamplung Bioenergy and Decarbonization aims to support climate change mitigation by cultivating Nyamplung trees (Calophyllum inophyllum) for carbon sequestration, bioenergy production, and decarbonization. The project is aligned with Indonesia's Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement and COP29. The primary goals include enhancing carbon capture through agroforestry, producing sustainable bioenergy, contributing to decarbonization efforts, and generating economic value through carbon trading and bioenergy production. Additionally, the project supports bilateral carbon trading between Indonesia and Japan under the Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA). So that we get Climate Justice, Social Justice and Economic Justice, Nature, Culture and Future. Profit, People and Planet.
The project is structured into several phases: 1) Planning & Stakeholder Engagement – aligning with regulatory frameworks such as Presidential Regulation No. 98 of 2021, and forming necessary partnerships; 2) Site Selection & Planting – choosing suitable regions, planting Nyamplung trees, and training local communities; 3) Bioenergy Production & Decarbonization – harvesting trees for bioenergy and reducing emissions; 4) Carbon Trading & Economic Impact – generating and trading carbon credits via the Indonesian Carbon Exchange; and 5) Monitoring & Reporting – tracking the project’s environmental impact. The project will run for 18 months for phases 1-3, with ongoing monitoring and scaling, and key performance indicators include carbon sequestration, bioenergy production, carbon credits, and local economic impact.
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【Reflection】
At Expo 2025 Osaka, the Indonesian green enterprise Pandu Vijaya Nagara presented the “Indonesia Green Gold Project”.
The project makes use of Nyamplung (Calophyllum inophyllum), an evergreen tree native to Indonesia’s coastal regions, which is widely used for oil, building materials, and other purposes. Through a combination of agroforestry practices—planting trees alongside crops—renewable energy initiatives, and collaboration with local communities, the project aims to address climate change while promoting sustainable economic growth.
The exhibition highlighted how planting Nyamplung on degraded or underutilised land can absorb carbon dioxide, improve soil quality, and prevent erosion, while also generating various commercial products such as Nyamplung oil for pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. In addition, in partnership with Indonesia’s National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), the measurement and certification of carbon credits have been scientifically validated, demonstrating that they can be traded internationally.
According to the project’s presentation, using Nyamplung is expected to reduce approximately 1.4 million tonnes of CO₂ annually, contributing to regional economic revitalisation and job creation. Visitors showed strong interest in this concrete example of nature-based climate action. The initiative was also highly regarded as an innovative model that balances sustainability with community co-prosperity by generating economic value in collaboration with local communities.
Furthermore, the executive distributor model allows participants to engage in carbon trading with reduced investment risk and high transparency, which attracted significant attention from both visitors and investors.
The introduction of the project at Expo 2025 provided an important opportunity to showcase Indonesia’s use of natural resources and its sustainable economic model to audiences both domestically and internationally.
【Post EXPO Initiatives】
Following the Expo, Pandu Vijaya Nagara has continued to expand and strengthen the project, building on the momentum generated by the presentation. In the Gunungkidul region, the initiative aims to plant Nyamplung trees over 2,500 hectares, collaborating closely with local communities to manage the trees, harvest biomass for bioenergy, and support economic development. These efforts not only restore degraded lands but also contribute to employment creation and local economic growth, demonstrating a practical model for inclusive and sustainable development.
The project has introduced a mechanism for international carbon credit trading through an executive distributor model, which allows investors to purchase carbon rights and related products without owning the land, thereby reducing risk while facilitating transparent and verifiable trading. Additionally, the production of low-methane livestock feed and soil enhancement materials derived from Nyamplung trees supports environmental conservation and improved agricultural productivity, further benefiting local communities.
These ongoing activities align closely with Indonesia’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting climate action, social inclusion, and sustainable economic growth simultaneously. By fostering partnerships with domestic and international organisations, the project continues to strengthen Indonesia’s presence in the global carbon market while demonstrating how nature-based solutions can deliver measurable environmental, social, and economic benefits.
The post-Expo initiatives highlight Pandu Vijaya Nagara’s commitment to scaling sustainable land restoration and carbon reduction efforts, creating a model that can inspire replication in other regions facing similar climate and environmental challenges.
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The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
Indonesia Green Gold Projects Agroforestry Nyamplung Bioenergy and Decarbonization
The Nyamplung Agroforestry Program is a Nyamplung tree planting program, a forest plant that can produce bioenergy and biopharmaceuticals. Nyamplung plants can decarbonize to reduce carbon emissions and greenhouse gas emissions. Nyamplung plants can be one solution to climate change and the energy transition from fossil to non-fossil energy. Nyamplung trees can be planted on critical or non-productive land such as ex-mining reclamation land, peat land, and conservation land.
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2025.09.17[Wed]
16:00～18:00
(Venue Open 15:30)
- Pavilion
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