Research
Research as the Foundation for Evidence-Based Policy Change.
As a science-driven and justice-oriented think tank, the Institute for Climate Law & Sustainable Policy (ICLSP) places research at the core of its mission to advance policy reform and socio-ecological transformation. We emphasize analytical rigor, thematic relevance, and academic integrity in all our research undertakings.
Core Research Focus Areas
ICLSP prioritizes strategic research themes that contribute to systemic change in climate law, environmental governance, and sustainability:
Climate and Environmental Law
Examination of national and international legal instruments addressing the climate crisis, with a focus on justice-based environmental regulation.
Energy Policy and Just Energy Transition
Evaluation of renewable energy policy design and implementation, including barriers and pathways to an equitable energy transition in Indonesia.
Climate Justice and Intergenerational Equity
Exploration of the ethical and moral dimensions of climate change, especially its impacts on youth, Indigenous communities, and vulnerable populations.
Natural Resource Governance
Research on sustainable management of forests, water, and land through participatory and community-based approaches.
Religion and Climate Action
Investigation into how religious and spiritual values can enrich environmental consciousness, climate narratives, and grassroots movements.
Climate Diplomacy & Global Governance
A study of international relations and climate diplomacy, including Indonesia’s positioning in the UNFCCC COP negotiations, the distribution of global climate finance, and efforts to
Publications
To bridge science and society, ICLSP disseminates its research through various scholarly and public-facing platforms:
- Working Papers
- Policy Briefs
- Academic Journal
- Opinion Pieces and Commentaries
We welcome collaborative research proposals, joint publications, and knowledge exchange initiatives.