#Green Energy
RI moves forward with sustainable finance committee for green investments
The government, through the Ministry of Finance, the Financial Services Authority (OJK), and Indonesia Central Bank (BI), is pushing ahead with the formation of the Sustainable Finance Committee (SFC), as mandated by Law No. 4/2023 on the Development and Strengthening of the Financial Sector (P2SK).
RI-Japan seal US$500 million geothermal project under energy transition pact
Indonesia and Japan have reaffirmed their strategic partnership in energy transition with the financial closing of the Muara Laboh Unit 2 geothermal power project in West Sumatra.
Majority in Flores support geothermal project, but vocal minority raises environmental concerns
Despite growing opposition from some community members, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has reported that the majority of residents in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara are in favor of developing geothermal power plants (PLTP) in their region.
Sun Energy launches ESG education initiative to support green energy transition
Sun Energy, a solar energy developer, launched its social pillar-focused ESG initiative on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, with a nationwide educational program titled SUN RISE (SUN Renewable Insight & Solar Expertise).
Pertamina's Lahendong geothermal project leads carbon market trades on IDXCarbon
The Lahendong geothermal power plant project, operated by a subsidiary of State-owned energy company Pertamina, PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy, has emerged as the most traded carbon unit on Indonesia’s Carbon Exchange, IDXCarbon, according to the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX).
Pertamina, Hyundai join forces to turn waste into hydrogen fuel in Bandung
PT Pertamina (Persero) is collaborating with Hyundai Motor Group and the West Java Provincial Government to build a waste-to-hydrogen (W2H) ecosystem in Bandung, West Java. The ecosystem can utilize waste into hydrogen fuel.
PLN boosts green energy push with geothermal plant in Maluku, eyes external funding
State power utility company PT PLN has confirmed that it will open several funding sources for the construction of a geothermal power plant (PLTP) in Maluku, in accordance with the direction of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia.
Indonesia to draft hydrogen policy once market potential emerges, says energy minister
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Bahlil Lahadalia, said the government will issue a policy on the production and utilization of hydrogen in Indonesia after the market potential is formed.
Price reduction, policy support needed as high cost hinders green hydrogen growth
Executive Director of the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) Fabby Tumiwa cited that high prices are one of the biggest challenges in developing green hydrogen in Indonesia.
Indonesia's renewable energy industry holds up to US$551 billion in potential
Indonesia has potential in three sectors of manufacturing development in new renewable energy such as solar power plants (PLTS), wind power plants (PLTB) and battery storage systems with economic potential reaching US$551 billion (Rp9,146 trillion), says an energy expert.
Investment ministry promotes downstream investment in Australia
A delegation of the Indonesian Ministry of Investment and Downstreaming went for an Australian tour on March 19-20, 2025 offering invesment opportunities and bilateral cooperation with business communities in Down Under.
DSSA books strong financial performance, adds investment in sustainable sectors
Mining, energy, chemicals and technology company PT Dian Swastatika Sentosa (DSSA) booked consolidated revenue of US$3 billion for 2024, reflecting solid performance amid global industry dynamics.