Image: Pixabay Bali’s tourism-dependent economy has long been celebrated for its rapid growth and global appeal. Yet beneath this success, many workers, households, and local entrepreneurs remain profoundly vulnerable to recurring systemic shocks and disasters. When livelihoods depend almost entirely on a single hospitality sector, external disruptions—such as the devastating tourism collapse during the COVID-19 pandemic, airport shutdowns from Mount Agung’s volcanic eruption

By Aidy Halimanjaya Translated and adapted from the Conversation Indonesia article published 14th July 2026 Just Transition Must Connect Energy with People and Places Big climate plans often focus on huge projects like giant solar farms or green hydrogen plants, but these top-down ideas can forget about local people, their needs, and their environment. A truly fair transition must involve communities and protect nature, not just swap one energy source for another. When transi

The phrase 'nothing about us without us' carries the idea that people should have a voice in the decision-making process of policies and programs that affect them. But what does participation mean when trust in democratic systems is declining?

Indonesia is at a critical juncture in its energy and sustainability journey. The nation faces the dual challenge of meeting rising energy demands while transitioning to a more sustainable future. Mid-size business in the service industry can play a pivotal role in this transformation. By harnessing their potential, we can address energy loss, promote sustainable practices, and support the middle-income class, which is increasingly at risk of collapse. Mid-size businesses are