A joint implementation programme between Indonesia and The Netherlands to support sustainable palm oil production in synergy with the Sustainable Development Goals
Policy Briefs Sustainpalm
SustainPalm is actively working to advance the sustainability of palm oil production, by identifying, implementing, monitoring, improving and promoting sustainable practices. We aim to foster a better balance between economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. Our commitment opens opportunities for responsible development in the palm oil industry.
Via policy briefs, SustainPalm outlines strategies for enhancing sustainable practices, strengthening governance, and fostering responsible supply chains. These initiatives are designed to support Indonesia’s commitment to sustainable development.

Maja Slingerland presented SustainPalm at International Oil Palm Conference, Colombia
On behalf of SUSTAINPALM Maja Slingerland gave a presentation on the 21st International Oil Palm Conference 23-25 September, organized by

Intercropping presentation at Tropentag, Bonn
On behalf of SUSTAINPALM, Lotte Woittiez presented preliminary results at TROPENTAG 10-12 September in Bonn, Germany. The topic of her

SustainPalm results presented at country dialogue of FOLUR program, Malaysia
Maja Slingerland was invited to share her experiences through a ppt presentation including SUSTAINPALM results and through tailored expertise in

Announcing the Winners of the International Oil Palm Trunk Product Design Competition 2025
After an incredible grand final, where ten teams from Indonesia and Malaysia pitched their groundbreaking ideas on sustainable oil palm trunk waste

Study Shows Sustainability Risks Palm Oil Can be Mitigated
Wageningen, 29 July 2025 – A new international study coordinated by Wageningen University & Research and conducted with IPB University

Ika Sumantri has become professor at ULM on August 19th 2025
Ika Sumantri has become professor at ULM on August 19th 2025. He is co-lead of WP1 from SustainPalm and we are very proud that he reached this
About Sustainpalm

SustainPalm programme is a three-year programme that aims to accelerate the use of land saving practices in palm oil production by increasing production outputs, income and the resilience to adverse conditions.
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Development of sugar potential from oil palm trunks
Oil Palm Trunk for Building Materials
Intercropping in smallholder oil palm fields for a sustainable future

								
								
									
									
									
									
									




