Additional perspectives were provided by Bappeda Deputy Deftrianov, with organizational support from the Sysnesia Group.
Strategic Objectives
The forum aimed to:
- Identify best practices from cities applying smart sustainable approaches.
- Strengthen multi-stakeholder collaboration among governments, academia, businesses, civil society, and the disability community.
- Explore innovative strategies for urban management, from integral design methods to open policy and citizen participation.
Formulate policy recommendations to support the transformation of Indonesian cities into sustainable, inclusive, and adaptive environments.
Key Questions for Indonesia
The discussions were framed around urgent challenges facing Jakarta and other major cities:
- How can long-term flooding risks be addressed?
- What solutions can sustainably reduce chronic traffic congestion?
- How can Indonesian cities move toward city-scale renewable energy independence?
Expected Outcomes
The forum is expected to pave the way for:
- New cooperation between national and international stakeholders.
- Opportunities for follow-up pilot projects, training programs, and capacity development.
A stronger shared commitment to sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready cities in Indonesia. This initiative highlights the role of RRR Advice BV, the Changemakers Network, and their partners in connecting Dutch and Indonesian expertise to address urban challenges. With contributions such as Urban Smart Water and the pre-feasibility study, the forum demonstrated that practical solutions are already available today to help Jakarta overcome its critical water challenges and move toward a smart, sustainable future.