Realizing a Green Riau Through the Implementation of RBP GCF REDD+ Output 2

Description

Indonesia is the first country in the Asia-Pacific region to receive funding from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) through the REDD+ Results-Based Payments (RBP) “Pilot” program. Indonesia is entitled to receive a payment of USD 103.8 million for its performance in reducing emissions (ER) by 20.25 million tons of CO₂ equivalent during the 2014–2016 period, plus an additional 2.5% as payment for non-carbon benefits.

This project aims to sustainably manage forests, rehabilitate degraded forests, and empower communities to reduce poverty. In addition, the project focuses on improving forest governance to address deforestation and forest degradation. Funds are distributed indirectly through Intermediary Institutions (Lemtara) to beneficiaries across all provinces in Indonesia. For Riau Province, Penabulu acts as the Lemtara, managing funds from RBP REDD+ GCF Output 2.

The Government of Riau Province, as a beneficiary of RBP REDD+ funds, uses this allocation to meet emission reduction targets in line with FREL, NDC, and Riau Hijau objectives. These programs include strengthening forest management by Forest Management Units (KPH) and communities, improving community access and welfare in utilizing forest resources, accelerating the achievement of GHG emission reduction targets, strengthening REDD+ institutions, and reinforcing and implementing the Riau Province NDC. This initiative targets 9 KPHs in Riau Province as part of the beneficiary group.

Funding

This program is supported by the Environmental Fund Management Agency (BPDLH) for the 2025–2028 period, with a total funding support of IDR 32,244,502,628.