SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week
Investing in Nature: Unlocking the Value of Indonesia’s Sustainable Commodities & Nature Based Innovation
Republic of Indonesia
This business forum connects stakeholders from Indonesia’s sustainable commodity and forest-based product industries with global buyers, traders, and investors. Focusing on sustainable supply chains and environmentally friendly products, it offers a platform for collaboration and business transactions.
Recorded video available
Discussion
- SDGs
- post-SDGs
| Transmission of simultaneous interpretation | Provided |
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese and English |
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Track Programme
- Time and
Date of
the event -
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2025.10.03[Fri]
16:00 ～ 18:00
(Venue Open 15:30)
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- Venue
- Pavilion
- Indonesia Pavilion
Programme details
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The forum showcases Indonesia’s sustainable commodities like vanilla, coffee, cocoa, and non-timber forest products, highlighting both raw materials and finished goods. Key discussions will cover sustainable supply chains, value-added industries, and green markets in LTKL districts. Participants will explore opportunities in organic food, natural cosmetics, and eco-fashion, while business matching sessions facilitate B2B and B2G connections. The goal is to foster trade deals and investment opportunities, driving concrete outcomes in sustainable industries.
Reports
【Reflection】
This programme showcased a forum introducing initiatives for sustainable products and nature-based innovations in Indonesia. Organised by Linkabat (Indonesian Sustainable District Association), the event brought together representatives from nine districts, providing an opportunity to present the achievements of local nature-based business ecosystems to visitors. Collaboration among farmers, researchers, investors, and local governments was emphasised, and attendees were able to gain a deeper understanding of initiatives that balance sustainability with community welfare.
The forum highlighted examples of sustainable products along regional value chains, from farming to processing and market access, including coffee, cocoa, vanilla, and non-timber forest products. In particular, Java Kirana’s coffee quality management and market access support, and Conservana’s model combining forest restoration, agroforestry (sustainable land use integrating forests and agriculture), and fair trade were showcased as concrete examples of balancing regional economic development with forest conservation. Initiatives utilising non-timber forest products to generate high-value income without changing land use were also presented as noteworthy examples for attendees to learn from.
Additionally, the forum featured academic research, technology applications, and practices such as regenerative agriculture and agroforestry for forest protection, highlighting both the challenges and potential of building sustainable local economies. Through B2B and B2G matching sessions and networking opportunities, participants exchanged ideas and fostered international cooperation, gaining practical insights and connections to support the development of sustainable industries.
【Post EXPO Initiatives】
Following the forum, the development of sustainable business models continues across Indonesian districts. Sharing successful examples, transferring knowledge, and enhancing capacities are strengthening collaboration among local governments, companies, and research institutions. Efforts to expand supply chains for sustainably produced goods are ongoing, promoting regional economic revitalisation while maintaining environmental conservation.
In addition, the announcement of the “Sustainable District Festival” in West Kalimantan provides a platform to showcase local culture and sustainable initiatives both domestically and internationally. This festival is expected to reinforce the networking and cooperative relationships formed during the forum, and further disseminate sustainable products and nature-based innovations globally. Going forward, efforts to sustainably develop local ecosystem models are anticipated to continue through cooperation among diverse stakeholders and the sharing of technology and knowledge.
*Part or all of this report was generated by AI.
More Information
SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week
Investing in Nature: Unlocking the Value of Indonesia’s Sustainable Commodities & Nature Based Innovation
This business forum connects stakeholders from Indonesia’s sustainable commodity and forest-based product industries with global buyers, traders, and investors. Focusing on sustainable supply chains and environmentally friendly products, it offers a platform for collaboration and business transactions.
-
2025.10.03[Fri]
16:00～18:00
(Venue Open 15:30)
- Pavilion
- * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
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