Power Purchase Agreement Ratified, PLTS Terapung
Tembesi Prepares to Sell Green Electricity to PLN Batam
PT PLN Nusantara Power
(PLN NP) and PT TBS Energi Utama have signed an Electricity Sale and Purchase
Agreement with PT PLN Batam for the PLTS Terapung Tembesi Batam 35 MWac
project, equivalent to 46 MWp. The agreement, inked on Monday, February 12,
2024, has a term of 25 years.
According to the
Regulation of the Minister of Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR), the
government permits up to 5% of the reservoir area for the construction of
floating solar power plants. Consequently, the second-largest floating PLTS in
Indonesia will be erected on part of the Tembesi Reservoir, covering a land
area of 864 hectares.
PLTS Terapung
Tembesi is estimated to require an investment of IDR 481 billion. This project
will be developed by PLN NP and TBS through their affiliates, namely PT PLN
Nusantara Renewables (PLN NR) with a 51% ownership share and PT Batam Tirta
Surya with a 49% ownership share. The goal is to complete the construction of
the New Renewable Energy (EBT) plant's first phase by the end of 2024, with
overall completion expected in March 2025 to electrify industrial areas in
Batam.
Hartanto
Wibowo, Director of Corporate Planning and Business Development at PT PLN
(Persero), stated that PLTS Terapung Tembesi is anticipated to act as a
catalyst in attracting foreign investment to Batam Island, thereby bolstering
the local economy and sustainable energy infrastructure. Moreover, if other
reservoirs such as Duriangkang Reservoir and Sei Harapan Reservoir are
utilized, Batam could potentially generate 1 GW of EBT-based electricity.
Ruly
Firmansyah, Main Director of PLN NP, emphasized that this project serves as a
prototype for developing EBT generators outside Java. "Following the
successful inauguration of PLTS Terapung Cirata, we aspire to replicate similar
projects in several other reservoirs throughout Indonesia," he remarked.
To expedite the energy transition, Firmansyah stressed the urgent need for the
development of EBT plants across the archipelago.
Serang, Banten, 3 June 2024 – In celebration of Eid al-Adha 1446 Hijri, PT Shenhua Guohua Pembangkitan Jawa Bali (SGPJB), in collaboration with PT PLN Nusantara Renewables (PLN NR), distributed 28 qurban animals to Ring-1 stakeholders of the Jawa 7 Steam Power Plant (PLTU Jawa 7). The symbolic handover of 10 cows and 18 goats to various stakeholders, comprising community members and related institutions, took place in Terate Village, Kramatwatu District, on Tuesday, 3 June 2025. Bambang Supriyatno, Assistant Director of General Affairs at SGPJB, stated that the distribution of qurban animals is part of the Company’s regular Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) or Environmental and Social Responsibility (TJSL) program and reflects the Company’s care for the communities surrounding PLTU Jawa 7. In addition, PT SGPJB also runs various CSR programs in the fields of education, health, economy, and environment to support community empowerment. “Through cross-sector collaboration, we hope the programs we implement will bring benefits to the communities around the Company and help maintain good relations,” said Bambang. Representing PLN NR’s Management, Saskia Nursukma expressed appreciation for SGPJB’s solidarity and concern for the community, as well as for the good relations with relevant stakeholders who have supported the operation of PLTU Jawa 7, enabling it to contribute optimally to the Java-Madura-Bali power system. She also expressed hope that the CSR collaboration between SGPJB and PLN NR would bring benefits to the community. Head of the Specific Vital Object Security Sub-Directorate, Banten Regional Police, AKBP Asep Juhri, representing the stakeholders, expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the CSR collaboration between SGPJB and PLN NR. According to him, the conducive environment around PLTU Jawa 7 has continued to improve thanks to the Management’s active role in building good relationships with the community. “There are many programs whose benefits have already been felt by the community, fostering a sense of ownership and a spirit of collaboration to safeguard it together,” he concluded.
Bandung Barat, December 9, 2024 – With gratitude, PLN Nusantara Renewables (PLN NR) officially inaugurated a drilled water well at Quratul’Ain Al Ash’Ary Islamic Boarding School, Ciroyom Village, Cipeundeuy Sub-District, Bandung Barat. Located within the operating area of Cirata Floating PV Power Plant, this initiative serves as a clear demonstration of PLN NR’s commitment to support the welfare of the community around the company’s operational area, especially in fulfilling the needs of access to clean water in of hard-to-reach area.This project was successfully carried out thanks to cooperation with the Shaf Foundation, a non-governmental organization (NGO) that focuses on the fulfillment of clean water needs in various mosques and Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia. The drilling commenced on October 20, 2024, and encountered various challenges due to the rocky soil contours which frequently interfere with equipment, resulting in extended working hours. However, thanks to the team’s hard work, aquifer with optimal water discharge was found at a depth of 56 meters and the water well was completed on November 14, 2024. In practice, the supply of clean water is not only utilized by the students and administrators of the boarding school, but also for hundreds of families in the surrounding community.In his opening speech, Harjono as the President Director of PLN NR stated, “Environmental sustainability and community empowerment is an important foundation of PLN NR business process. With this drilled water well, we hope to provide the community with easy access to clean water, while also contributing to improved welfare, health, and productivity. Hopefully this small contribution will be the first step for a bigger and better improvement for the community around Cirata Floating PV Power Plant.The Quratul’Ain al-Ash’Ary Islamic Boarding School, which has been a center for education and social activities in the region, warmly welcomed the initiative. The Principal of boarding school, Sulaeman, expressed his gratitude and appreciation, “This water well not only alleviates the burden on our school, but also serves as a blessing for the surrounding community, who previously had to rely on water from murky rice fields, potentially contaminated with pesticides." This project reinforces the mission of PLN Nusantara Renewables to not only deliver environmentally friendly renewable energy but also provide tangible benefits for the lives of people around its operational area
Jakarta, November 13, 2024 – one year has passed since former President Joko Widodo inaugurated the Cirata Floating PV Power Plant, one of the National Strategic Projects hailed by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) as a symbol of accelerating Indonesia’s energy transition. Until today, this floating solar power held the title as the largest in Southeast Asia and the third largest in the World and is still undisputed. With more than 340,000 solar panels installed, Cirata Floating PV Power Plant serves as a vital component in supporting the production of clean energy in Cirata Reservoir. The advantage of electricity production during the dry season make the solar power a crucial solution in addressing the reduced water discharge challenges faced by Cirata Hydropower. Since operating commercially on November 13, 2023, until now, the Cirata Floating PV Power Plant has produced over 267 GWh of green electricity to the Java, Madura, and Bali (JAMALI) systems.Built on a challenging location with a water depth of 100 meters, muddy bottom, and slope of up to 45 degrees, the accomplishment of constructing Cirata Floating PV Power Plant has become a key reference point in the development of design, technology, regulation, and guidelines for various renewable energy stakeholders in Indonesia. Additionally, 1,400 skilled workers trained in the installation and construction of this floating solar power plant are ready to contribute to similar projects in the future. In fact, Cirata Floating PV Power Plant holds significant potential for the future of Indonesia's electricity sector." Currently, the plant managed by PT PMSE only occupies around 4% of the total area of Cirata Reservoir. In fact, according to the Regulation of the Minister of Public Works and Housing of the Republic of Indonesia Number 7 of 2023, it is mentioned that up to 20% of the surface of the Reservoir can be used for floating solar power plant. This was the basis for the signing of the Joint Development study Agreement between PLN Nusantara Power and Masdar to increase the capacity of this plant.Harjono, President Director of PLN Nusantara Renewables, expressed his appreciation to all parties involved in accelerating the energy transition through the Cirata Floating PV Power Plant project. He hopes that this initiative can jumpstart the move to achieve the net zero emissions target in Indonesia. “PLN Nusantara Renewables is committed to continue to drive innovation and investment in renewable energy. We hope that the Cirata Floating PV Power Plant can inspire similar projects, bringing Indonesia closer to the target of net zero emission in 2060, paving a way for a greener future for future generations,” Harjono said.
Jakarta, October 30-31, 2024 – PLN Nusantara Renewables once again demonstrated its commitment in preserving the environment. This time, the commitment is exemplified through the Environmental Social Responsibility (TJSL) program, which emphasizes education on environmental sustainability." The program entitled “Sustainable Green School” intended to invite the students of SDN Kebasan 03 Pagi and SDN Ragunan 14 Pagi to learn about techniques for making biopore, as well as their benefits for the environment.Biopore is a 10-30 cm diameter hole containing organic waste which is inserted into the soil to improve water absorption. Through its simple technology, biopore is recognized for its ability to expand water absorption area up to 40 times, significantly reducing the risk of flooding. Additionally, biopore provides numerous other benefits, including reducing organic waste and improving soil fertility. Through this activity, PLN Nusantara Renewables aims to nurture elementary students into becoming agents of environmental change. The company wishes to inspire students to realize that their move to save the environment can start with small things; from the place closest to them.This program starts with a counseling session for students, covering topics such as: Understanding biopore, their benefits, how they work, and the process to make them. Next, the students are invited to exercise the lessons taught through on-hand practice in the school grounds. As a part of the initiative, PLN Nusantara Renewables also donated the tools to make biopore to ensure the sustainability of this program in the future.PLN Nusantara Renewables President Director, Harjono, stated, “Children are the next generation with a crucial role in protecting the environment. Through this program, we hope to develop their understanding and love for the earth, so to inspire the establishment of a more robust steps to slow climate change and reduce its impact in Indonesia.”This CSR program is in line with PLN Nusantara Renewables’ vision to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s), in particular goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and goal 13 (Climate Action). Through innovative and sustainable CSR programs like this, PLN Nusantara Renewables hopes to keep contributing in creating a healthier, greener, and sustainable environment for future generations.
Jakarta, October 11, 2024 – Jawa 7 Power Plant (PLTU) is awarded with the Subroto Award in the category of Safety, Engineering, and Environmental Protection by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) of the Republic of Indonesia. This 2 x 1,000 MW power plant proudly received the highest accolade in the PLTU Thermal Electricity Safety category for facilities with >200 MW, during a prestigious ceremony held at the Grand Ballroom of the Kempinski Hotel. Subroto Award is the highest award granted by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral resources of the Republic of Indonesia to stakeholders who have demonstrated exceptional performance in advancing the Energy and Mineral Resources sector in Indonesia. With this award, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources recognizes the performance of the PLTU Jawa 7 in the implementation of work safety and health, mitigation of disruption and failure of operations, energy transition supporting activities, as well as its CSR activities. The award was held to celebrate the Mining and Energy Day 79 and was attended by President Joko Widodo. In his speech, he said, “The Energy and Mineral Resources sector has a very strategic value and enormous potential, it is a sector which provides a large multiplier effect to the national economy. The added value must be obtained domestically in the country. Regulations must be simplified to attract investment to our country, to open employment opportunities, and therefore improving our competitiveness with other countries.” The PLTU Jawa 7 is the result of a collaborative investment between China Shenhua energy Company, Ltd. PT PLN Nusantara Renewables. With the commence of operation in 2019, the plant has pioneered the usage of Ultra Super critical (USC) technology which improves its production efficiency by 15% compared to non-USC power plants, with much lower emissions. Zhao Zhigang, President Director of PT SGPJB said that the PLTU Jawa 7 will improve their effort in providing a safe, reliable, economical, clean, and environmentally friendly electricity supply, while also supporting government initiatives to achieve Indonesia's sustainable development goals." PT SGPJB is also one recipient company for Technical Approval of Emission Ceilings for Business Actors (PTBAE-PU) Phase 1 of Carbon Trading Roadmap (2023-2024). “We also appreciate the support and active participation of PT Shenhua Guohua Pembangkitan Jawa Bali, as the management of PLTU Jawa 7, for their contribution to the Indonesian Government’s program in reducing global emissions,” said Jisman Hutajulu, Director General of Electricity, Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources. Harjono, President Director of PLN Nusantara Renewables, expressed his appreciation to PT SGPJB, stating that he is proud of the PLTU Jawa 7 which has consistently demonstrating brilliant performance, He added, “this award is a testament to our commitment in providing environmentally friendly and high-quality energy to the people of Indonesia. We shall remain committed to collaborate with strategic partners to ensure the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of the PLTU Jawa 7 operations. This achievement is not just a milestone for our company but also a significant step toward Indonesia’s cleaner and more reliable energy future.
