05 November 2025 – Jakarta, Indonesia – A few weeks ago, Climate Smart Ventures (CSV), in collaboration with international engineering firm Haskoning Indonesia, held a capacity-building workshop aimed at unlocking decarbonization opportunities in Indonesia’s textile industry. Held on September 22, the event sought to raise awareness among textile companies about the importance of transitioning to low-carbon operations and the technical and financial pathways available to support this shift. The workshop is part of CSV’s broader initiative to assist industrial players in Indonesia through technical and financial advisory services, helping them design and implement effective decarbonization projects that advance the country’s climate and sustainability goals.

The textile industry is one of Indonesia’s largest export-oriented sectors, employing around 2 million workers and valued at US$13.8 billion in 2024.¹ The industry is highly energy-intensive, requiring substantial thermal energy for core processes, such as wet-processing for bleaching, dyeing, and printing, all of which are still heavily reliant on fossil fuels.² This dependence not only amplifies the sector’s environmental footprint but also exposes companies to economic risks from volatile energy prices and emerging carbon regulations, including the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). As many manufacturers in the industry supply global apparel brands that have committed to reducing their Scope 3 emissions,³ Indonesia’s textile sector faces mounting pressure to decarbonize.

Many textile companies continue to face barriers to decarbonization, including limited access to technical knowledge, insufficient financing options, and lack of clarity on available incentives. To address these challenges, the workshop showcased practical solutions such as energy efficiency measures, renewable energy adoption, and innovative financing mechanisms designed to support implementation.

The session brought together 20 participants representing textile companies, including Ever Shine Tex, Pan Brothers, Busana Apparel Group, Picanol, Indonesia Textile Association, VF Corp, and PT Trimula Warnajaya, creating a collaborative platform for industry practitioners to jointly explore decarbonization strategies. CSV led discussions on financing mechanisms, while Haskoning Indonesia presented technical pathways focusing on energy efficiency and clean technology options.