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HISTORIC RECORD: Global Renewable Energy Power Capacity Surges, Marking Fastest Growth

HISTORIC RECORD: Global Renewable Energy Power Capacity Surges, Marking Fastest Growth

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) recorded a record high in global clean energy growth, with an increase of 693 GW in a single year. Driven by the increasingly low costs of solar and wind power, total global renewable energy capacity has now reached 5.2 Terawatts (TW)—representing nearly half of the world's total electricity capacity.

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PLN Ready to Transform 802 Kilometers of Toll Road Corridor into Solar Power Plant

PLN Ready to Transform 802 Kilometers of Toll Road Corridor into Solar Power Plant

PLN plans to build a Solar Power Plant (PLTS) along the 802-kilometer Jasa Marga toll road corridor with a potential capacity of up to 0.5 GWp.

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THE INDUSTRIAL SECTOR IS INCREASINGLY ADOPTING GREEN ENERGY, MODENA ENERGY INAUGURATES A 307.5 KWp ROOFTOP PLTS IN CIKAMPEK

THE INDUSTRIAL SECTOR IS INCREASINGLY ADOPTING GREEN ENERGY, MODENA ENERGY INAUGURATES A 307.5 KWp ROOFTOP PLTS IN CIKAMPEK

MODENA Energy's renewable energy business has officially inaugurated a 307.5 kWp rooftop solar power plant (PLTS) in the PT Multi Nitrotama Kimia industrial area in Cikampek, West Java. This on-grid project is projected to generate up to 400,000 kWh of green energy annually and reduce carbon emissions by 360,000 kg of CO₂ annually. This step reflects the private sector's commitment to boosting operational efficiency and accelerating the clean energy transition in the country.

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Historic Record: Solar and Wind Power Officially Overtake Global Gas Generation

Historic Record: Solar and Wind Power Officially Overtake Global Gas Generation

A recent report from energy research institute Ember marks a new milestone in the global energy transition. The combination of solar and wind power generation has dominated, contributing 22% of the global electricity share, surpassing gas-fired power generation at 20%. This massive growth is driven by the rapid adoption of green technologies in China, the United States, Europe, and Latin America, making it a cheaper, more sustainable, and environmentally friendly energy alternative.

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PLN Ready to Execute 21 Solar PV and Battery Projects Totaling 513 MWp to Curb Fuel Imports

PLN Ready to Execute 21 Solar PV and Battery Projects Totaling 513 MWp to Curb Fuel Imports

PLN is accelerating the energy transition by implementing 21 solar power (PLTS) and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects with a total capacity of 513 MWp in phases through 2029, aiming to reduce national fuel consumption.

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Turning an Energy 'Black Hole' into a Source of Light: Former Mining Site Transformed into a Giant Solar Power Plant

Turning an Energy 'Black Hole' into a Source of Light: Former Mining Site Transformed into a Giant Solar Power Plant

PTBA and Pertamina NRE are collaborating to transform post-mining land into a clean energy hub through the construction of solar power plants, supporting Indonesia's green energy transition.

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Indonesia Achieves Energy Independence: The New Era of Biodiesel B50 Officially Begins!

Indonesia Achieves Energy Independence: The New Era of Biodiesel B50 Officially Begins!

No more reliance on imported diesel! Indonesia has officially launched Biodiesel B50, a bold move projected to save the state up to IDR 170 trillion while keeping subsidized fuel prices affordable.

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President Prabowo is boosting the 100 GW solar power project, targeting completion of 17 GW this year.

President Prabowo is boosting the 100 GW solar power project, targeting completion of 17 GW this year.

Indonesia is stepping up its clean energy transition with an ambitious target: to build 100 gigawatts (GW) of solar power plants (PLTS) in just two years. This initiative prioritizes the retirement of diesel-powered power plants, which have dominated the country's energy supply.

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Indonesia's Energy Future: The Era of 100 GW Solar Power Plants

Indonesia's Energy Future: The Era of 100 GW Solar Power Plants

Indonesia is now accelerating its path to clean energy self-sufficiency through a national mission to build 100 GW of solar power plants. This strategic initiative is designed to create cost efficiencies by replacing diesel generators, stimulate the national economy with an investment of Rp1,700 trillion, and strengthen the nation's energy sovereignty.

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Indonesia Set to Become the Regional Green Energy King: Medco Power Reveals Giant 2 GWp Solar Power Plant Project in Pulau Bulan

Indonesia Set to Become the Regional Green Energy King: Medco Power Reveals Giant 2 GWp Solar Power Plant Project in Pulau Bulan

MedcoEnergi, through Medco Power Indonesia, is finalizing plans to export low-carbon electricity to Singapore through the development of a 2 GWp solar power plant on Bulan Island in the Riau Islands. The project is designed to transmit up to 600 MW of electricity via undersea cables.

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IKN Getting Greener: 50 MW Solar Power Plant Worth IDR 900 Billion Becomes the Backbone of the New Capital's Electricity

IKN Getting Greener: 50 MW Solar Power Plant Worth IDR 900 Billion Becomes the Backbone of the New Capital's Electricity

The development of the Indonesian Capital City (IKN) as a sustainable Forest City is being strengthened through a 50 MW Solar Power Plant (PLTS) project. This project is positioned as a primary (pioneering) energy source supporting electricity in the Central Government Core Area (KIPP), based on the principle of 100% renewable energy (NRE).

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THE GOVERNMENT WILL BUILD FLOATING SOLAR POWER PLANTS AT SUTAMI DAM!

THE GOVERNMENT WILL BUILD FLOATING SOLAR POWER PLANTS AT SUTAMI DAM!

During a working visit to the Sutami Dam, Malang Regency on Wednesday (20/11/2024), Minister of Public Works (PU) Dody Hanggodo discussed plans to build a floating Solar Power Plant (PLTS) as an effort to support Indonesia's energy self-sufficiency.

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INDONESIA'S SOLAR ENERGY GROWTH IS SLOW! THE GOVERNMENT MUST BE AMBITIOUS!

INDONESIA'S SOLAR ENERGY GROWTH IS SLOW! THE GOVERNMENT MUST BE AMBITIOUS!

PT PLN (Persero) affirmed its commitment to providing affordable green energy to support national economic growth of up to 8% while preserving the environment. As a concrete demonstration, PLN participated in the COP29 conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, to promote global synergy in investment, technology, and regulation.

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PLN COMMITTED TO SUPPORT GREEN ENERGY TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH

PLN COMMITTED TO SUPPORT GREEN ENERGY TO DRIVE ECONOMIC GROWTH

PT PLN (Persero) affirmed its commitment to providing affordable green energy to support national economic growth of up to 8% while preserving the environment. As a concrete demonstration, PLN participated in the COP29 conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, to promote global synergy in investment, technology, and regulation.

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LEAKED RPP KEN, SOLAR PV SHARE WILL REACH 41% OF TOTAL NEW RENEWABLE ENERGY

LEAKED RPP KEN, SOLAR PV SHARE WILL REACH 41% OF TOTAL NEW RENEWABLE ENERGY

The government, through the National Energy Council (DEN), has positioned Solar Power Plants (PLTS) as its mainstay for realizing a cleaner environment and reducing emissions in Indonesia.

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IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF ENERGY ACCESS IN INDONESIA WITH SOLAR POWER

IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF ENERGY ACCESS IN INDONESIA WITH SOLAR POWER

Access to stable, quality energy 24 hours a day is an essential right of the people to support basic services (education and health) and drive the economy.

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INDONESIA PROVES TO BE RICH IN GREEN ENERGY SOURCES, WITH ALMOST 4 TERAWATTS OF POWER

INDONESIA PROVES TO BE RICH IN GREEN ENERGY SOURCES, WITH ALMOST 4 TERAWATTS OF POWER

Indonesia is officially listed as one of the world's green energy giants with a total New and Renewable Energy (EBT) potential of almost 4 Tera Watts (3,686 GW).

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THE RISE OF INDONESIA AS A GREEN ENERGY POWERHOUSE IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA

THE RISE OF INDONESIA AS A GREEN ENERGY POWERHOUSE IN SOUTH-EAST ASIA

Driven by the ambitious 100 GW Solar Power (PLTS) program and a rapid transition toward sustainable infrastructure, Indonesia is positioning itself as a primary hub for renewable energy in Southeast Asia. Through massive investment in solar energy, strategic national policies like regional renewable integration, and a commitment to green technology, the country is transforming its vast natural potential into a foundation for regional economic and environmental leadership.

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