ANU KONEKSI Climate Policy Forum
Held in Jakarta, this event brought together ANU researchers and their Indonesian partners to present their work on climate resilience and sustainable development in Indonesia. Supported by KONEKSI, it showcased KONEKSI-funded research and its potential policy implications. The program featured a welcoming address by Dr Chaikal Nuryakin (LPEM UI), a welcoming speech by Professor Budy Resosudarmo (ANU Indonesia Project), opening remarks by Mr Tim Stapleton (Australian Embassy), and a keynote speech by Bapak Pungkas Bahjuri Ali (Bappenas). The event was moderated by Associate Professor Alin Halimatussadiah (LPEM UI). Two research topics were highlighted:
Solar-powered desalination for fresh water supply in remote areas, presented by Associate Professor Jeremy Smith, Professor I Nyoman Widiasa, and Dr Moh. Irfan Saleh
The development of nutritious, climate-resilient crop varieties, presented by Professor Barry Pogson, Professor Yekti Asih Purwestri, and Ladiyani Retno Widowati.
