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SKK Migas, contractors committed to reviving idle wells, boosting oil output
The upstream oil and gas regulatory task force (SKK Migas), together with oil and gas contractors (KKKS), have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the government’s vision of achieving national energy self-sufficiency as can be seen in a new initiative to reassess and rehabilitate community-managed oil wells and optimize the utilization of aging or idle wells across the archipelago.
Danantara-ACWA Power-Pertamina partner in US$10 B green hydrogen, water desalination project
State investment management agency (BPI Danantara) has joined a US$10 billion (Rp162.15 trillion) project spearheaded by Saudi-based ACWA Power Co. and State energy giant PT Pertamina in a combined green hydrogen production and large-scale water desalination project, which represents one of the most ambitious sustainable energy collaborations in Southeast Asia.
Indonesia puts clean energy at heart of economic strategy: ESDM ministry
Indonesia is repositioning clean energy not only as a climate solution, but also a central pillar of its national development strategy, said Dadan Kusdiana, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM).
RI launches major solar energy reforms, eyes 100% electricity access, emission cuts
Indonesia is accelerating its energy transition with new regulations to boost solar power deployment, expand rural electricity access, and reduce carbon emissions, said Eniya Listiani Dewi, Director General of New, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation (EBTKE) at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM).
UK-RI celebrate milestones in clean energy partnership, lay groundwork for 'Mentari 2'
The United Kingdom and Indonesia have marked the completion of the five-year Mentari clean energy program with a strong commitment to deepen their collaboration on a just and inclusive energy transition.
Indonesia-Saudi sign US$27 B deals, boost defense, energy, investment ties
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia on Thursday announced the signing of US$27 billion in investment agreements across clean energy, petrochemicals, and aviation fuel services, as part of efforts to elevate their bilateral ties into a comprehensive strategic partnership.
Indonesia proposes Rp2.2 T to build 100 integrated fishermen villages
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has proposed a budget of Rp2.2 trillion (US$135.7 million) for the development of 100 Kampung Nelayan Merah Putih, or "Red and White Fishermen Villages," as part of a nationwide initiative to boost coastal community livelihoods and advance the country’s blue economy.
KCE, Air Liquide, HDF Energy launch hydrogen power feasibility study in Indonesia
PT Krakatau Chandra Energi (KCE), a subsidiary of PT Chandra Daya Investasi (CDI Group), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Air Liquide Indonesia and HDF Energy to conduct a Joint Feasibility Study (JFS) on utilizing hydrogen fuel cell technology for power generation in Indonesia.
2026 energy budget proposals based on lower oil price assumptions amid global market shifts
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia, proposes that the country's 2026 energy state budget be based on an Indonesian Crude Price (ICP) range of US$60–80 per barrel, citing declining global demand, oversupply, and geopolitical uncertainties.
SE Asia’s LNG plans under threat amid geopolitical risks, price volatility: ZCA
Southeast Asia’s ambitious liquefied natural gas (LNG) expansion plans are facing mounting uncertainty due to intensifying geopolitical tensions and rising price volatility, according to a new report by international research group Zero Carbon Analytics (ZCA).
Govt legalizes community oil wells under new rule to boost output, safety
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has issued a new regulation to legalize and regulate community-run oil wells − previously categorized as illegal − as part of the government’s broader strategy to boost national oil production and enhance environmental and operational safety standards.
SKK Migas expects output boost from Cepu Block to supplant oil lifting deficiency
The Upstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Task Force (SKK Migas), reported an average national crude oil lifting of 567,900 barrels of oil per day (bopd) as of May 31, 2025, approximately 94 percent of the state budget (APBN) target of 605,000 bopd.