New Memorandum of Understanding Signed in Helsinki
Finland and Indonesia formalized an expansion of their energy collaboration by signing a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on October 6, 2025. The signing ceremony took place in Helsinki during a visit by an Indonesian business delegation. The agreement aims to foster technical and economic cooperation in the fields of sustainable, clean, and renewable energy, as well as energy efficiency. It also seeks to facilitate the entry of Finnish companies into the Indonesian market.
The MoU was endorsed by Director General Riku Huttunen from Finland's Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment and Secretary General Ahmad Erani Yustika from Indonesia's Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources.
Broadening the Scope of Energy Collaboration
This latest MoU builds upon previous energy cooperation agreements between the two nations, including one signed in May 2022 and another bilateral energy sector MoU in place since 2015. The current agreement outlines a comprehensive framework for cooperation, covering a wide array of energy solutions.
- Smart and flexible energy systems
- Various forms of renewable energy
- Energy efficiency measures
- Waste-to-energy technologies
- Energy storage solutions
- Carbon capture technologies
- Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- Nuclear power and new energy solutions such as hydrogen
A primary objective of this collaboration is to support Indonesia's ambitious energy transition roadmap, which targets achieving carbon neutrality by 2060 or earlier.
Indonesian Delegation Explores Finnish Expertise
The signing of the MoU coincided with a visit by an Indonesian business delegation to Finland, initiated by an interactive energy working group. The delegation, comprising representatives from Indonesia's ministry and energy sector, engaged with Finnish counterparts, including Business Finland and leading clean energy companies.
During their visit, the Indonesian delegation is scheduled to tour significant Finnish energy facilities. These include the Olkiluoto nuclear power plant in Eurajoki, Wärtsilä's technology centre, and the WestEnergy plant in Vaasa, which operates on circular economy principles with a goal of carbon neutrality. They will also visit the Vaasa Energy Cluster.
Strengthening Bilateral Ties for Sustainable Development
The cooperation underscores Finland's advanced technological knowledge in clean energy and energy efficiency, which is expected to significantly contribute to Indonesia's energy transition roadmap. Finnish companies have expressed strong interest in the Indonesian market, recognizing its substantial potential as a large and growing economy. This partnership reflects a mutual commitment to advancing sustainable development and addressing global climate change challenges.
6 Comments
Bella Ciao
Nuclear power? That's a huge risk and not truly clean energy. Very concerning addition.
Muchacha
What about the potential negative impacts on local communities affected by these 'solutions'? They're often overlooked.
Donatello
Great news for global climate efforts! Collaboration is absolutely key to a sustainable future.
Raphael
Smart move! Combining resources and expertise for sustainable development is a win-win.
Leonardo
This just sounds like a way for Finnish companies to exploit Indonesian markets. Where's the local benefit?
Noir Black
While this MoU promises significant advancements in renewable energy for Indonesia, the ambitious goal of carbon neutrality by 2060 still seems a distant target. Real impact will depend on the speed and scale of implementation, which often lag behind initial agreements.