Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) was the key to success for Fabima Fadhlin Minallah Zidta, a Statistics student at FMIPA UGM, in winning the 2024 SPSS (Statistical Project for Smart Student) Infographic competition held by HIMSTAT Binus. Through her work titled “RE-CONNECT: Technological Solutions for Accelerating Indonesia’s Energy Transition to Net Zero Emissions,” Fabima presents an innovative solution supporting various SDG targets, especially SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure).
The RE-Connect platform developed by Fabima incorporates five innovative features to address the challenges of Indonesia’s energy transition. Supported by in-depth analysis from various up-to-date data sources, the platform offers solutions ranging from real-time emissions tracking to a public engagement portal. The platform is inspired by the National Grand Energy Strategy issued by Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources in 2021, which targets achieving Net Zero Emissions and 100% renewable energy use by 2060.
Fabima’s analysis highlights the urgency of Indonesia’s energy issues. Per capita CO2 emissions in 2021 reached 2,033 tons, a 71% increase from the year 2000. As of 2023, Indonesia’s energy mix is still dominated by fossil fuels: coal at 42.7%, oil at 30.6%, and natural gas at 16.2%, while renewable energy sources (RE) only contribute 10.5%.
The strength of this project lies in its holistic approach, combining clustering techniques to map RE potential across Indonesia’s provinces and forecasting energy needs through 2060. Fabima not only analyzes the problems but also offers concrete solutions through the platform’s five key features: Real-time Emission Tracking, Renewable Energy Potential Mapping, AI-Powered Energy Forecasting, Policy Simulation Dashboard, and Public Engagement Portal.
“This platform is designed to accelerate the energy transition toward Net Zero Emissions and 100% Renewable Energy by 2060,” Fabima explained. According to 2023 data from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Indonesia’s RE potential reaches 3,700 GW, but only 81.2 GW has been utilized, highlighting vast opportunities for renewable energy development in Indonesia.
In the competition themed “Symphony of Data: Orchestrating Insights for Strategic Decisions,” Fabima outperformed dozens of participants from 12 prominent universities across Indonesia. After progressing through the preliminary rounds from September 14-21, 2024, she presented her work to the jury on November 28, 2024, under the subtheme “Preserving Our Planet: Integrating Data to Build a Sustainable Environment.”
“This victory is not just about achievement but is also proof of how statistical analysis can provide a strong foundation for strategic decision-making, especially in the context of energy transition and sustainable development,” Fabima stated. She hopes that the RE-Connect platform will raise public awareness of urgent environmental issues, encourage active contributions toward environmental preservation, and support Indonesia’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions.
This accomplishment reinforces the role of FMIPA UGM Statistics students in creating data-driven innovative solutions to global challenges. The comprehensive approach integrating statistical analysis, technology, and public policy underscores the importance of cross-disciplinary collaboration in tackling environmental issues.
Keywords: SDG, Statistics, Student Achievement
Author: Fabima Fadhlin Minallah Zidta
Editor: Endang Sulastri
Photo: Fabima Fadhlin Minallah Zidta