RGE's Tanoto On Issuing Sustainability Linked Loans

The video discusses Indonesia's energy transition, focusing on renewable energy and sustainability. It highlights the economic viability of solar energy and the role of sustainability linked loans in financing. The discussion also covers palm oil sustainability amidst global market changes and Indonesia's efforts to reduce deforestation. The video concludes with Indonesia's progress in sustainable practices and future priorities in the bio economy.

What economic change has made renewable energy more viable in Indonesia?

• Technological advancements

• Government subsidies

• Increase in coal prices

• Decrease in solar panel costs

How do sustainability-linked loans benefit companies?

• They are easier to obtain than traditional loans

• They align financial interests with sustainability goals

• They are only available to government entities

• They offer lower interest rates for all companies

What is a major environmental concern associated with palm oil production?

• High water usage

• Soil degradation

• Deforestation

• Air pollution

How has the Ukraine war affected the edible oil market?

• Increased supply of sunflower oil

• Stabilized prices of soybean oil

• Decreased demand for palm oil

• Increased prices of edible oils

What is a key focus of Indonesia's sustainability efforts under President Jokowi?

• Promoting electric vehicles

• Expanding palm oil plantations

• Reducing air pollution in cities

• Increasing coal production

What is one of the priorities for the RG group in the coming years?

• Reducing workforce

• Expanding coal-based energy

• Focusing on non-renewable resources

• Investing in bioeconomy

What has been a significant policy change in Indonesia regarding deforestation?

• Increased deforestation rates

• Complete ban on deforestation

• No change in deforestation rates

• Record low deforestation rates