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Indonesia Introduces Work-From-Home Policy to Cut Fuel Use

3/26/2026

Summary

Story summary

Indonesia will implement a nationwide work-from-home policy, allowing one remote day per week for civil servants.
The policy will also encourage private-sector participation to reduce fuel consumption amid rising oil prices.
Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto said the plan responds to the need for greater energy efficiency.
Analysts express skepticism and urge more comprehensive, longer-term solutions.
The rollout is expected after Eid al-Fitr and depends on global energy conditions.

History

Historical Context

The COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted Indonesia's economy, leading to the implementation of large-scale social restrictions (LSSR) in 2020. In January 2021, the government introduced the Community Activities Restrictions Enforcement (CARE) policy to enhance energy efficiency and manage public health. This shift reflects a broader trend among governments to innovate workplace strategies, potentially reshaping labor dynamics and energy consumption patterns in the long term.

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Story summary

Indonesia will implement a nationwide work-from-home policy, allowing one remote day per week for civil servants.
The policy will also encourage private-sector participation to reduce fuel consumption amid rising oil prices.
Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto said the plan responds to the need for greater energy efficiency.
Analysts express skepticism and urge more comprehensive, longer-term solutions.
The rollout is expected after Eid al-Fitr and depends on global energy conditions.

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