Jakarta, 6 October 2026 — The Indonesia International Sustainability Forum (ISF) 2026 officially opened today at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta, marking the fourth edition of the forum.
At a time of heightened global uncertainty, maintaining momentum on the sustainability agenda has become increasingly important. ISF 2026 brings together government leaders, business executives, investors, financial institutions, international organisations, and experts from diverse fields to explore how economic growth can be sustained while accelerating the low-carbon transition, strengthening resilience, and improving quality of life.
Under the theme “Investing for a Resilient, Sustainable, and Prosperous World,” ISF 2026 places investment, technology, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration at the centre of efforts to translate sustainability ambitions into tangible growth and development.
The forum opened with remarks from Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, Minister of Investment and Downstreaming/Head of Ministry of Investment and Downstream Industry / Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) and CEO of Danantara, and Anindya Bakrie, Chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Kamar Dagang dan Industri (Kadin) Indonesia / Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Rosan highlighted that sustainability has evolved beyond being solely a climate agenda, increasingly becoming an integral part of industrial development, investment, national resilience, and competitiveness.
“ISF has grown beyond being a conference into a platform for dialogue and partnership, where ideas become projects and ambitions become investments. For Indonesia, sustainability is not only a climate agenda, but also a national, industrial, and investment agenda. Amid today’s global dynamics, sustainability is increasingly inseparable from competitiveness.”
Anindya Bakrie outlined five priorities for KADIN Indonesia in advancing climate action and sustainable growth amid global energy challenges: accelerating the energy transition to strengthen energy security; developing high-integrity carbon markets; supporting Indonesian companies on their net-zero journeys; advancing the circular economy and waste-to-energy initiatives; and promoting sustainable forest management.
The opening of ISF 2026 was followed by a series of plenary sessions featuring prominent speakers, including Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development; Zulkifli Hasan, Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs; Hashim Djojohadikusumo, Special Presidential Envoy for Energy and Climate; Sigit Puji Santosa, CEO of Danantara Development Management Fund/CTO of BPI Danantara; and Destry Damayanti, Governor of Bank Indonesia.
The forum also features global and regional perspectives from Retno Marsudirini, Special Envoy of the UN Secretary-General on Water; Mari Elka Pangestu, Special Presidential Envoy for International Trade and Multilateral Cooperation; and Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana, Executive Secretary of UNESCAP, alongside other leaders and experts.
Powering Low-Carbon Growth
The first day of ISF 2026 focuses on “Powering Low-Carbon Growth,” examining the role of energy, industry, and strategic sectors in enabling a low-carbon growth trajectory.
The second day will focus on “Enabling a Resilient & Liveable Future,” with discussions spanning food and nature resilience, water, cities and mobility, as well as finance, innovation, and talent.
Across its two-day programme, ISF 2026 features 22 thematic sessions, bringing together Indonesian and international speakers to broaden the conversation around sustainability, resilience, and the opportunities emerging from the transition.
Connecting Growth, Investment, and the Low-Carbon Transition
ISF 2026 responds to a challenge shared by Indonesia and economies around the world: how to sustain economic growth while accelerating the low-carbon transition, strengthening resilience, and creating better quality of life.
Sustainability is therefore not treated as a standalone agenda, but as part of a broader long-term growth strategy. Discussions at ISF 2026 explore how capital, technology, innovation, policy, and partnerships can help turn sustainability ambitions into solutions that can be implemented and scaled.
As Rachmat Kaimuddin highlighted:
“Amid geopolitical and economic volatility, momentum on the sustainability agenda must be maintained and integrated into economic strategy and growth. Through ISF 2026, we can learn from countries and industries around the world about how sustainability can strengthen resilience while opening new opportunities for growth.”
He further emphasised the importance of partnership, collaboration, investment, and technology transfer in turning ideas into practical solutions.
KADIN: Making Sustainability Part of Competitiveness
As an important part of the ISF 2026 ecosystem, KADIN Indonesia brings the business perspective into discussions on how sustainability can translate into investment opportunities, innovation, and greater competitiveness.
For businesses, the transition towards a more sustainable economy is increasingly connected to Indonesia’s ability to build competitive industries, attract long-term investment, develop technology, create jobs, and strengthen its position in global value chains.
Shinta W. Kamdani, Coordinating Deputy Chair for Human Development, Culture, and Sustainability at KADIN Indonesia, emphasised the strategic role of the private sector in bridging sustainability with economic growth and competitiveness.
“ISF 2026 provides an important platform to connect businesses with government, investors, and global partners to discuss how sustainability can be translated into investment, innovation, and growth opportunities. For businesses, the transition towards a more sustainable economy is not only about meeting environmental targets, but also about building industries that are more competitive, resilient, and prepared for global change.”
The 27 side events held from July to October 2026 further demonstrate the growing engagement of diverse sectors in shaping Indonesia’s sustainability agenda.
From Dialogue to Collaboration and Action
ISF 2026 reflects growing attention and participation from stakeholders across sectors in advancing sustainable growth.
The forum has recorded more than 7,000 registrations from participants across various countries, including Singapore, the United Kingdom, Malaysia, India, and Japan. This momentum has been strengthened by the 27 side events held ahead of the main forum.
Beyond exchanging ideas, ISF 2026 seeks to create space for partnerships, investment opportunities, innovation, and policy recommendations that can support sustainable development at the national, regional, and global levels.
By bringing together perspectives from government, business, investment, technology, and development, ISF 2026 positions sustainability as an integral part of growth strategy — supporting a more competitive, resilient, inclusive economy capable of creating long-term value.
