Indonesia is set to boost its renewable energy capacity with a new 60-megawatt floating solar power plant on the Saguling Reservoir in West Java. The project, a collaboration between state-owned PT PLN Indonesia Power and Saudi Arabian ACWA Power, is a significant step towards enhancing Indonesia’s renewable energy sector.
Key Points:
- Partnership: The project is managed by PT Indo ACWA Tenaga Saguling, a joint venture between PLN Indonesia Power and ACWA Power.
- Agreement: A power purchase agreement (PPA) was signed by PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo and PT Indo ACWA Tenaga Saguling President Director Rudolf Rinaldo Aritonang.
- Timeline: Construction is expected to start soon, with commercial operations targeted for June 2026.
- Goals: The floating power plant supports Indonesia’s energy transition and the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2060.
Impact: The initiative is anticipated to foster investment and strengthen bilateral ties between Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. It also contributes to global efforts to mitigate climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. ACWA Power’s EVP for South and Southeast Asia, Salman M Baray, praised PLN Indonesia Power for its professional and transparent approach to the project.
Indonesia and Saudi Arabia have teamed up to build a 60-megawatt floating solar power plant on the Saguling Reservoir in West Java. This project, managed by PT Indo ACWA Tenaga Saguling—a joint venture between state-owned PT PLN Indonesia Power and Saudi Arabian ACWA Power—aims to advance Indonesia’s renewable energy efforts.
Details:
- Project Start: Construction is set to begin with commercial operations expected by June 2026.
- Agreement: The power purchase agreement (PPA) was formalized by PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo and PT Indo ACWA Tenaga Saguling President Director Rudolf Rinaldo Aritonang.
- Objectives: The initiative aligns with Indonesia’s goal to reach net-zero emissions by 2060 and supports global climate change mitigation efforts.
Significance: This venture not only enhances Indonesia’s renewable energy infrastructure but also strengthens bilateral relations with Saudi Arabia. ACWA Power’s Salman M Baray commended PLN Indonesia Power for its professionalism and transparency in the collaboration.