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This paper provides a normative juridical analysis of Indonesias carbon trading regulations, with a focus on environmental justice and fairness. It examines the legal framework established by Presidential Regulation No. 98 of 2021, which governs carbon pricing mechanisms, including carbon taxes and carbon credit trading. The analysis highlights key gaps in the regulation, particularly in terms of equitable benefit distribution and inclusion of vulnerable communities in decision-making processes. While Indonesias carbon trading system aligns with global trends and its international obligations, significant improvements are needed to ensure that marginalized groups are not further disadvantaged. Recommendations include the redistribution of carbon trading revenues, enhanced public participation, stronger enforcement mechanisms, and alignment with international best practices.

Indonesias carbon trading framework, while a positive step towards emissions reduction, currently lacks sufficient safeguards to ensure equitable benefit distribution, particularly for vulnerable communities disproportionately affected by environmental degradation.The absence of explicit provisions for revenue redistribution and meaningful community participation undermines the systems fairness and transparency.Strengthening enforcement mechanisms and aligning with international best practices are crucial to address these gaps and promote a just and equitable carbon trading system that protects marginalized populations.

Further research should investigate the effectiveness of different revenue redistribution mechanisms to ensure that benefits from carbon trading reach vulnerable communities directly, potentially through community-based projects or direct financial transfers. Additionally, a comparative study of public participation models in carbon trading schemes across various countries could inform the development of more inclusive decision-making processes in Indonesia, empowering local communities to shape policies that affect their livelihoods. Finally, research is needed to assess the potential of integrating carbon credit trading with renewable energy markets to drive economic efficiency and social welfare for marginalized communities, fostering a more sustainable and equitable energy transition. These studies should be conducted with a focus on practical implementation and scalability, considering the unique socio-economic context of Indonesia and aiming to provide actionable recommendations for policymakers and stakeholders.

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