The Ministry of Industry is advancing the transformation of the manufacturing sector toward sustainable practices by promoting the green industry concept (05/03).

Ministry Encourages Efficient and Eco-Friendly Production

Minister of Industry, Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita, stressed that green industry implementation is a crucial part of national industrial development strategies.

“The government continues to encourage industry players to consistently apply principles of resource efficiency and environmentally friendly production as a foundation for strengthening the national industrial structure,” he said in Jakarta on Thursday (05/03).

BSPJI Padang Provides Certification and Standardization Services

The Balai Standardisasi dan Pelayanan Jasa Industri (BSPJI) Padang, under the Badan Standardisasi dan Kebijakan Jasa Industri (BSKJI), offers standardization and certification services for industry players. These services support the green industry concept, which emphasizes efficient and sustainable use of resources such as energy, water, and raw materials, and aims to reduce environmental impact from production processes.

Minister Agus noted that green industry practices not only protect the environment but also increase industrial competitiveness and added value.

“Through applying these principles, companies can reduce production costs, improve productivity, and strengthen product positions in domestic and global markets. Additionally, society benefits from better environmental quality and sustainable economic growth,” he said.

Green Industry Certification Recognizes Sustainable Industrial Practices

BSPJI Padang provides Green Industry Certification for companies that meet established standards and criteria. This certification acknowledges companies’ commitment to efficient, responsible, and environmentally friendly production.

The certification program covers sectors including Portland cement, solid NPK fertilizer, mineral water, crumb rubber, and palm cooking oil industries, following sector-specific Green Industry Standards.

Standardization Ensures Accountability and Measurable Implementation

Emmy Suryandari, Head of BSKJI, explained that standardization and conformity assessment are essential for ensuring green industry practices are implemented in a measurable and accountable way. Standardization ensures that green industry principles are applied correctly, so both industries and society gain optimal benefits.

BSPJI Padang Ready to Support Industry Players

Dindin Syafruddin, Head of BSPJI Padang, confirmed the institution’s readiness to assist industries in applying green industry practices. He hopes this support will help industries grow efficiently, maintain competitiveness, and remain environmentally responsible.

BSPJI Padang continues to support national industrial practices that are efficient, competitive, and sustainable in line with the Ministry of Industry’s green transformation policy.

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