President Jokowi Urges PT PLN to Capitalize on Indonesia’s Green Energy Potential

East Kalimantan, Indonesia – In a pivotal move towards sustainable development, President Joko Widodo, widely known as Jokowi, has called upon the state-owned electricity company, PT PLN, to harness Indonesia’s extensive green energy resources. This statement was made during the groundbreaking ceremony for the PLN Hub at the new capital city, Nusantara, located in East Kalimantan on Wednesday.

“We have abundant energy power for green energy,” President Jokowi asserted, as per an official broadcast from the Presidential Secretariat network.

Highlighting Indonesia’s rich renewable energy landscape, Jokowi noted the vast potential in wind, geothermal energy, and hydropower derived from the country’s numerous rivers. Specifically, he mentioned the Kayan River in Kalimantan, which can generate between 11,000 and 13,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity. Additionally, the Mamberamo River in Papua Province has a potential capacity of up to 23,000 MW.

“There is a lot that we can do,” the president emphasized.

Jokowi underscored the growing significance of green energy sources for investors, especially amidst a globally unstable economic environment. The Indonesian government is proactively addressing this by integrating green energy solutions into the national economy, exemplified by the new capital, IKN Nusantara, and its PLN Hub.

“Every investor interested in Indonesia always asks about the presence of green energy, including the aluminum industry. It is about our ability to provide green energy,” he remarked.

President Jokowi praised the establishment of the PLN Hub at IKN as a crucial linkage between PT PLN and various stakeholders, facilitating the supply of national energy needs. He expressed optimism for a shift in mindset towards utilizing 100% green energy for IKN, sourced from solar panels, hydropower from the Mahakam River, wind, and other renewable sources.

“I hope we can shift our mindset. IKN must use 100 percent green energy, whether from solar panels, which are currently carried out by PT PLN, or hydropower from Mahakam River or other sources. It could also be generated from wind and others,” he concluded.

This initiative marks a significant step in Indonesia’s journey towards a sustainable and eco-friendly future, reinforcing the country’s commitment to renewable energy and environmental stewardship.