SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week
Palm to Sustainability : Unlocking the Value of Biomass
Republic of Indonesia
This programme highlights Indonesia’s unique advantage as one of the world’s leading palm oil producers, focusing on the sustainable utilisation of palm oil by-products to support the global agenda for decarbonisation and renewable energy. By transforming palm kernel shells (PKS), previously considered agricultural residue, into high-value resources, the initiative aims to strengthen Indonesia’s downstream biomass industry and attract foreign investment.
The programme also seeks to foster business collaboration with energy stakeholders worldwide, particularly in Japan, while building a positive image of Indonesian palm oil as a key component of global sustainability solutions.
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Discussion
- SDGs
| Transmission of simultaneous interpretation | Provided |
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese and English |
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Track Programme
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Date of
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2025.10.10[Fri]
10:00 ～ 12:00
(Venue Open 09:30)
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- Venue
- Pavilion
- Indonesia Pavilion
Programme details
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The programme will be conducted in a talk-show format. It will commence with opening remarks by the MC, followed by a welcome address from the Consul General of Osaka.
Next, Mr Eddy Abdurrachman from the Indonesian Plantations Fund (IPF) will present on the role of IPF in supporting bioenergy development in Indonesia. Following this, Mr Dikki Akhmar of the Association of Palm Kernel Shell Entrepreneurs of Indonesia will deliver a presentation on the potential of palm biomass.
To conclude, a panel discussion and Q&A session will provide participants with the opportunity to exchange views, exploring international investment opportunities and the prospects for long-term partnerships.
The programme will focus on key topics such as environmental sustainability, value-added potential, cost-competitiveness, and abundant resources, offering participants valuable insights into new business opportunities and avenues for international collaboration.
Reports
【Reflection】
This programme shared with participants the potential of a sustainable packaging industry using by-products generated from Indonesia’s palm oil sector. Materials such as palm seeds, branches and leaves remaining after fruit harvesting, and even trunks and fibres, which were previously regarded as waste, were presented as valuable resources that could be utilised as renewable energy or solid fuel. In particular, palm seed shells can be used to generate steam or electricity, potentially reducing approximately 0.94 tonnes of carbon dioxide per tonne. The programme provided participants with an opportunity to reflect on the contribution of such measures to a decarbonised society. Similarly, it was shown that if processed appropriately, branches and trunks could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, offering participants a chance to consider environmental sustainability in practice.
Speakers from the Indonesian Palm By-products Entrepreneurs Association and the Plantation Fund introduced the types of resources, export standards, current certification systems, and practical business cases. As an example of collaboration with Japanese companies, This Engineering demonstrated how discarded palm by-products are repurposed as solid fuel, contributing to local employment and economic revitalisation. Through Q&A sessions and panel discussions, participants were able to exchange views on international investment opportunities and long-term partnerships, providing insights into new business perspectives and international collaboration.
Overall, the programme offered participants a platform to appreciate the potential of sustainable use of palm oil by-products, while also highlighting technological and institutional challenges. It also encouraged reflection on the need for cooperation regarding international certification systems and export expansion, which stands out as a key outcome of the programme.
【Post EXPO Initiatives】
Following the forum, the development of sustainable businesses utilising palm by-products in Indonesia has continued at both domestic and international levels. At the corporate level, companies such as This Engineering are expanding operations that process palm seed shells and fruit branches into solid fuel, aiming to provide stable supply to power plants and contribute to reductions in carbon dioxide emissions. In particular, processing branches into solid fuel to curb greenhouse gas emissions is attracting interest among domestic and international stakeholders and businesses.
The Indonesian government has also been strengthening sustainability certification systems and negotiating for international recognition. These measures are expected to support export expansion and attract overseas investment. Information sharing among CPO mills and businesses is also progressing, enabling the proper use of by-products based on scientific evidence and stabilising supply in line with plantation development. In addition, corporate collaboration and technological cooperation are anticipated to generate social benefits such as local economic revitalisation and job creation.
Looking ahead, it will be important for companies, government agencies, and international organisations to work together to promote the sustainable use of palm by-products, reducing environmental impact through technological innovation and policy coordination. As export standards and certification systems are further developed, trade opportunities with countries including Japan are expected to expand, providing models for a sustainable packaging industry and renewable energy initiatives. Building on this programme, efforts to maximise the value of Indonesia’s by-product resources are expected to continue growing both domestically and internationally.
*Part or all of this report was generated by AI.
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SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week
Palm to Sustainability : Unlocking the Value of Biomass
This programme highlights Indonesia’s unique advantage as one of the world’s leading palm oil producers, focusing on the sustainable utilisation of palm oil by-products to support the global agenda for decarbonisation and renewable energy. By transforming palm kernel shells (PKS), previously considered agricultural residue, into high-value resources, the initiative aims to strengthen Indonesia’s downstream biomass industry and attract foreign investment.
The programme also seeks to foster business collaboration with energy stakeholders worldwide, particularly in Japan, while building a positive image of Indonesian palm oil as a key component of global sustainability solutions.
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2025.10.10[Fri]
10:00～12:00
(Venue Open 09:30)
- 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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