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This report by Trend Asia and debtWatch Indonesia argues that the promotion of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) as a "transition fuel" in Indonesia, supported by Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs), undermines the Paris Agreement and locks the country into long-term fossil fuel dependency. The document details the environmental, social, and governance risks associated with gas infrastructure, including methane emissions, corruption, and human rights violations.

This report by LBH Bali, Trend Asia, and 350 Indonesia argues that the expansion of gas-based power infrastructure in Bali contradicts the province's clean energy goals and exacerbates the climate crisis. It details the environmental, health, and social risks associated with gas projects, highlighting a lack of meaningful public participation and the potential for structural dependency on fossil fuels. The authors advocate for a transition to Bali's significant renewable energy potential to achieve energy independence and mitigate climate impacts.