Indonesia's B50 Biodiesel Mandate: Fact-Checking Claims of Foreign Exchange Savings
Indonesia has launched its 50% biodiesel (B50) mandate starting July, with the government claiming it will save foreign exchange. However, experts question these assertions, citing potential fiscal burdens and environmental risks.
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