The NDC Partnership is a network of over 120 countries, facilitated by UNFCCC, that is dedicated to helping each other strengthen their Paris Agreement Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) Pledges. The Partnership has just released Version 3.0 of the NDC Navigator, an interactive tool that supports the development of updated country NDCs to be submitted in 2025. Below are Climate Scorecard Country Managers’ advice to their countries of what needs to be done to strengthen their NDCs based on the framework of the NDC Partnership Navigator.
Dr. Siti Nurbaya Bakar
Minister of Environment and Forestry
Republic of Indonesia
Jakarta, Indonesia
Dear Dr. Siti Nurbaya Bakar,
I am writing on behalf of Climate Scorecard, an NGO dedicated to identifying and advocating for actions that can lower emissions in leading greenhouse gas-emitting countries. As Indonesia prepares its updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) for submission in 2025, we wish to highlight several critical challenges and offer recommendations to support enhanced implementation. Key challenges include securing adequate financial resources, developing a coherent and enforced policy and regulatory framework, and strengthening data and monitoring systems. Addressing these issues is vital for advancing effective climate action.
In addition, we recommend adopting the “All-of-Government and All-of-Society” approach as outlined in the NDC Navigator 3.0 tool. This strategy emphasizes the need for effective coordination across government, mainstreaming NDCs into national planning processes, and engaging local and regional governments. Furthermore, incorporating diverse and underrepresented voices, leveraging the private sector, and integrating society-wide perspectives into adaptation planning is crucial for ensuring a just and equitable transition. Implementing these recommendations will enhance Indonesia’s climate ambitions and align with the Paris Agreement’s goal of keeping global temperatures below 1.5°C. By embracing these strategies, Indonesia can achieve a more resilient and inclusive transition. We recommend the ministry utilize the NDC navigator tool and the above-suggested links to enhance the forthcoming NDC Plan.
We would like to commend you for your active engagement in domestic and international forums on a wide range of critical subjects, including bureaucracy, politics, democracy, political economy, regional autonomy, women’s empowerment, environmental and natural resources management, geoscience, and geographic information systems. Your extensive involvement in these areas significantly advances Indonesia’s climate and environmental goals.
Thank you for your attention to these important matters. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need technical support upgrading your Paris Agreement NDC.
Sincerely,
Netra Naik
Climate Scorecard Indonesia Country Manager