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ADB approves loan for Indonesia clean energy transition
By November 26, 2025November 26, 2025

The Asian Development Bank has cleared a $470 million results based loan for Indonesia’s state utility PLN under the Accelerating Indonesia’s Clean Energy Transition Program. The plan supports new renewable capacity, grid upgrades and institutional strengthening. Aslan Energy Capital has also confirmed a separate $2.3 billion investment for a green energy hub in Karimun. The ADB program will speed up the rollout of utility scale solar and wind projects. It will also reinforce grids in…

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Reliance Power to sell five Indonesian coal subsidiaries for USD 12 million
By October 1, 2025October 28, 2025

Reliance Power Limited has entered into an agreement to sell its entire stake in five Indonesian coal subsidiaries to Biotruster (Singapore) Pte. Limited for USD 12 million. The transaction is expected to close by 30 December 2025, subject to customary conditions. It covers 100 per cent equity in PT Avaneesh Coal Resources, PT Heramba Coal Resources, PT Sumukha Coal Services, PT Brayan Bintang Tiga Energi, and PT Sriwijaya Bintang Tiga Energi, held through Reliance Power…

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World Bank approves $500 million to modernize Indonesia’s grid
By September 30, 2025September 30, 2025

The World Bank has approved the Indonesia Electricity Network Transformation (I-ENET) Program, a $500 million operation to upgrade electricity distribution in Java, Madura, and Bali. The initiative is designed to improve the integration of renewable energy and accelerate the digitalisation of Indonesia’s grid. Indonesia’s rising electricity demand has so far been met mainly through fossil fuels. With the country targeting high-income status by 2045 and net-zero emissions by 2060, the government aims to strengthen electricity…

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Indonesia reviews nuclear power proposals from five countries
By August 26, 2025August 26, 2025

Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has received proposals from five countries, including Canada and Russia, to develop nuclear power plants in the country. ESDM Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said in Jakarta on August 25, 2025, that the government has already held meetings with Canadian and Russian representatives. He noted that no decision has been made on the technology design, as all proposals are still under review. Bahlil explained that the government is evaluating…

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Indonesia targets 10GW nuclear power by 2040
By May 5, 2025May 5, 2025

Indonesia is set to significantly expand its renewable energy capacity by 2040, with plans also to introduce 10GW of nuclear power, according to a Reuters report. In February 2025, the country announced plans to build nuclear power plants with a capacity of 4.3GW, aiming to diversify its energy mix and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. These developments are part of Indonesia’s broader strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. Hashim Djojohadikusumo, the special energy and…

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Indonesia to increase power capacity by 71 GW by 2034
By January 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Indonesia aims to boost its power capacity by 71 GW by 2034, with a significant emphasis on private sector investment. The government, in collaboration with PT PLN (Persero), will prioritize the development of transmission lines to support renewable energy generation, according to Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia. The strategy is part of PLN’s 2025-2034 power supply plan, which includes 48,000km of circuit transmission lines, supporting 60% of new power plants to be developed by private entities,…

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EliTe Solar commissions new solar cell production facility in Indonesia
By December 9, 2024December 9, 2024

EliTe Solar has officially opened a new solar cell production facility in Indonesia, aimed at driving clean energy adoption and fostering sustainable economic growth in the region. The facility, developed in collaboration with local authorities and partners, is set to generate employment, boost local incomes, and create an industrial cluster in the area. With Indonesia’s vast solar potential of 3,294 GW, the new facility is strategically positioned to meet rising demand while contributing to the…

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Indonesia explores nuclear power technology, renewable energy expansion
By December 3, 2024December 3, 2024

Indonesia is in talks with the US and Russia to acquire nuclear power technology, targeting the operation of nuclear power plants by 2036, as reported by Reuters. Vivi Yulaswati, deputy minister at the Ministry of National Development Planning, revealed that the country is evaluating both small modular reactors and conventional nuclear technology to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. However, Indonesia’s seismic activity poses significant challenges for adopting nuclear energy. Approval from the president and international…

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Indonesia announces plans for 75GW renewable energy expansion over 15 years
By November 13, 2024November 13, 2024

Indonesia has revealed plans to attract international investment for the development of 75GW of renewable energy within the next 15 years. The announcement, made at COP29 in Baku by Indonesia’s climate envoy, Hashim Djojohadikusumo, underscores the new administration’s goal to implement 100GW of new energy, with 75% dedicated to renewables like solar, hydro, geothermal, and potentially nuclear energy. With over 90GW of current power capacity, largely coal-based, Indonesia is pushing to reach carbon neutrality by…

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HydroWing and PLN to develop Indonesia’s first tidal energy plant
By November 5, 2024November 5, 2024

HydroWing, a division of Inyanga Marine Energy Group, has signed a binding agreement with a sub-holding of Indonesia’s state-owned power company, PLN (Perusahaan Listrik Negara), to develop the country’s first tidal energy project. The 10 MW tidal current power plant is planned for East Nusa Tenggara in the Indonesian archipelago. This partnership builds upon a 2022 Memorandum of Understanding between HydroWing and PLN aimed at accelerating tidal energy development in Indonesia through site selection, resource…

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