UNS – The Law of Public Policy and Energy Study Center at the Institute of Research and Community Service (LPPM), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta, in collaboration with the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Indonesia (MK RI), held a National Seminar. Themed “Strengthening the Right to a Good and Healthy Environment in Achieving SDG 7 Targets for Sustainable Energy,” the seminar took place at the Faculty of Law (FH) Auditorium, UNS, on Saturday (23/11/2024).
Dr. Fatimah Ulfatun Najicha, S.H., M.H., head of the organizing committee, noted the seminar’s broad participation, which included academics, practitioners, the general public, lecturers, and students, totaling 200 attendees.
Prof. Dody Ariawan, S.T., M.T., Ph.D., Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Alumni, highlighted the importance of regulation and oversight in development to minimize environmental damage, ensuring the successful realization of SDG 7.
“This theme is crucial for setting limits and conducting oversight to minimize harm during energy development. We warmly welcome this seminar, hoping it enhances quality of life and benefits all participants,” Prof. Dody stated.
The seminar was officially opened by Prof. Dr. I Ketut Rachmi Handayani, S.H., M.M., Head of LPPM UNS. The keynote speech was delivered by Prof. Dr. Guntur Hamzah, S.H., M.H., a Justice of the Constitutional Court. The event featured prominent speakers, including Yusuf Didi Setiarto, S.H.; John Eusebius Iwan Anis; Yulius S. Bulo; Josi Khatarina, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D.; and Prof. Dr. Lego Karjoko, S.H., M.H., with Dr. Fatimah Ulfatun Najicha moderating the session.
John Eusebius Iwan Anis, CEO of Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (NRE), emphasized Pertamina’s strong commitment to providing energy and developing renewable sources to support national energy security. He shared Pertamina’s milestone of achieving Remarkable Achievement 13 Gold PROPER in A Row Means Excellent Consistency ESG.
“Pertamina is ready to support the government’s goal of 8% growth in renewable energy. We also collaborate with PLN to contribute to environmental sustainability, ensuring tangible benefits for society. Sustainable energy development is undoubtedly achievable,” John said.
Yulius S. Bulo, Director of Operations at Pertamina Foundation, outlined the foundation’s environmental initiatives between 2022 and 2024. These included planting over 2 million mangroves and more than 1,2 million terrestrial trees and adopting a carbon project-based approach to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). This shift moves beyond the traditional “plant and leave” method, integrating sustainable carbon credit management.
Josi Khatarina, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Chair of the Board at the Indonesia Centre for Environmental Law and an academic specializing in Administrative Law at FH UI, discussed the legal framework for the right to a healthy environment in Indonesia. Her presentation covered global legal foundations, the 1945 Constitution of Indonesia, general and sectoral environmental laws, and the “planetary boundaries” concept. She stressed the need for civil society participation and intergenerational justice to safeguard the environment for future generations.
The seminar fostered strategic discussions on enhancing the right to a healthy environment as a cornerstone of achieving SDGs, particularly sustainable energy. It underscored the need for collaboration between governments, academics, private sectors, and civil society to realize equitable and sustainable development.
The event concluded with remarks by Prof. Dr. Lego Karjoko, S.H., M.H., who emphasized the critical need for ongoing research on renewable energy to sustain progress in this vital area. Humas UNS
