Jakarta, May 26 -- The Ministry of Environment is continuing to encourage the massive use of electric vehicles as a strategic step to reduce air pollution, especially in urban areas such as Jakarta.

According to Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq, the transition from fossil fuel vehicles to electric vehicles is the most effective solution for controlling air pollution.

"Fundamental transformation can be carried out through the electrification of public transportation, so it can reduce exhaust emissions, especially in Jakarta," Nurofiq said in a statement issued on Monday.

He noted that around 35 percent of air pollution in Jakarta comes from emissions from conventional motor vehicles.

He also emphasized the importance of collec...