PT PLN (Persero) has announced its readiness to supply green electricity to Indonesia’s industrial sector through its Green Energy as a Service (GEAS) initiative. This commitment to supply clean electricity from renewable energy (EBT) based power plants was highlighted at the “Green Energy Buyers Dialogue” event in Jakarta, bringing together key stakeholders from the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP).
The event was attended by representatives from the Indonesian Government, International Partners Group (IPG), the Glasgow Net Zero Finance Alliance (GFANZ), international and domestic private banks, and various business stakeholders. PLN President Executive Officer Dharmawan Prasojo highlighted the company’s commitment to supporting the global transition towards zero emissions, in line with Indonesia’s 2060 Net Zero Emissions (NZE) goal.
“In light of Indonesia’s industrial sector’s active efforts towards decarbonization, PLN is providing green electricity through Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) as an internationally recognized GEAS product. Each REC certificate certifies that the electricity used per megawatt-hour (MWh) is sourced from an EBT or non-fossil fuel power plant,” Darmawan explained.
To ensure the supply of green electricity, PLN is increasing the capacity of renewable energy generators across the country. By 2023, PLN’s renewable energy generating capacity will reach 8,786 megawatts (MW), of which 5,777 MW will come from hydroelectric generators (PLTA/PLTMH), 2,519 MW from geothermal generators (PLTP), and the rest from solar (PLTS), wind (PLTB), and biomass sources.
Additionally, PLN is working with the government to finalize plans to increase its EBT mix in the National Electricity General Plan (RUKN) and the updated Electricity Addition Work Plan (RUPTL). The goal is to support future generation capacity with EBT. “From today until 2040, we aim to add 21 gigawatts (GW) from gas-fired power plants, 28GW from solar and wind power, 31GW from hydropower and geothermal power, and 2.4GW from new energy sources,” Darmawan said.
Anya Sapphira, Stakeholder Engagement and Sustainability Manager at PT Hindo (H&M Group Indonesia), a PLN REC customer, praised PLN’s green electricity services for meeting H&M’s sustainability needs. “H&M is committed to tackling climate change, so we need regulatory and infrastructural support related to EBT. Emissions in our supply chain are very important to us as we work with 58 independent factories in Indonesia, involving over 90,000 workers,” Anya explained.
JETP Secretary General Paul Butarbutar reiterated JETP’s full support for the development of Indonesia’s EBT ecosystem. He noted that JETP, together with IPG, is ready to fund green projects developed by PLN. “We have identified priority projects together with our colleagues at IPG and PLN, and we welcome industries, associations and developers seeking funding for their projects,” said Paul.
Andrew Jeffries, Director of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Southeast Asia Energy Sector, commended PLN’s efforts to increase the use of renewable energy in line with the global energy transition agenda. He expressed hope that PLN’s efforts will not only provide clean power to the industry but also boost the economy. “We have a long history of collaboration with PLN in the energy sector, and we are committed to helping Indonesia and other developing countries achieve economic growth, eradicate poverty, and improve the well-being of all Indonesians,” Andrew concluded.
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