Ni Made Wulan Puspita Dewi

Energy Development Index (EDI) and Its Implications for Poverty in Indonesia: A Simultaneous Equations Approach

Introduction

Energy development index (edi) and its implications for poverty in indonesia: a simultaneous equations approach. Analyzes Indonesia's Energy Development Index (EDI) and poverty link. Reveals EDI's impact on education and health, stressing inclusive energy and reduced inequality for poverty alleviation.

Abstract

This study analyzes the reciprocal relationship between energy development and poverty in Indonesia using the Two Stage Least Squares (2SLS) approach, based on 2023 data from 34 provinces. EDI includes the share of energy expenditure, electricity consumption per capita, access to electricity, and access to clean cooking fuels. The results indicate that declining poverty rates and increased FDI-to-GRDP ratios significantly enhance EDI. In turn, higher EDI scores raise junior secondary Net Enrollment Rates and life expectancy at birth, although only life expectancy contributes to poverty reduction. Conversely, income inequality, measured by the gini ratio, intensifies poverty, while a greater number of health workers improves life expectancy at birth. Policy simulations suggest that reducing the gini ratio to 0,30 could lower the poverty rate by up to 7,848%. These findings underscore the importance of inclusive energy development and reduced income inequality as key elements in poverty alleviation strategies.

Review

This study, "Energy Development Index (EDI) and Its Implications for Poverty in Indonesia: A Simultaneous Equations Approach," presents a timely and important analysis of the intricate relationship between energy development and poverty. Utilizing a robust Two-Stage Least Squares (2SLS) methodology on comprehensive 2023 data from 34 Indonesian provinces, the research constructs a multi-faceted Energy Development Index (EDI) encompassing key indicators such as energy expenditure, electricity consumption, and access to clean cooking fuels. The explicit aim of dissecting the reciprocal nature of these variables makes this paper highly relevant for both academic discourse and practical policy formulation in the context of sustainable development goals. The findings offer several critical insights into the dynamics at play. The research establishes a feedback loop, demonstrating that declining poverty rates and increased FDI-to-GRDP ratios significantly enhance the EDI. In turn, a higher EDI is shown to improve junior secondary Net Enrollment Rates and life expectancy at birth, with the latter specifically contributing to poverty reduction. The study also identifies income inequality, measured by the Gini ratio, as a factor intensifying poverty, while a greater number of health workers positively impacts life expectancy. The policy simulation suggesting a substantial reduction in the poverty rate if the Gini ratio were lowered to 0.30 is particularly compelling, though the reported percentage (7,848%) appears to be a typographical error that warrants immediate clarification to prevent misinterpretation. Overall, this research represents a valuable contribution to the literature on energy economics and development, offering nuanced empirical evidence for evidence-based policymaking in Indonesia. Its strength lies in the application of an appropriate econometric technique to untangle complex simultaneous relationships and its clear articulation of policy implications. The emphasis on inclusive energy development and the critical role of reducing income inequality underscores the need for integrated strategies that address both energy access and socioeconomic disparities. This study provides a solid foundation for further investigations into region-specific impacts and the long-term efficacy of such interventions.

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