Indonesia energy sector sees diverse developments in renewables and oil and gas

energy transition Abadi Masela LNG renewable energy SKK Migas sustainable aviation fuel

Indonesia is advancing several key energy and industrial initiatives. In the oil and gas sector, the Abadi Masela LNG project has completed its Front End Engineering Design (FEED) phase three months ahead of schedule, moving the US$22 billion project closer to a Final Investment Decision. Meanwhile, SKK Migas is emphasizing the need for upstream optimization and improved fiscal policies to strengthen national energy security and state revenue.

In the renewable energy sector, the government is exploring various paths. A floating nuclear power plant project with a 200 MW capacity is being considered for North Halmahera, receiving support from local leadership. Additionally, experts are calling for the optimization of Indonesia's vast geothermal potential, which remains largely untapped. In the transportation sector, the Ministry of Industry is considering non-fiscal incentives for hybrid, PHEV, and REEV vehicles to support the automotive ecosystem.

Sustainability efforts are also progressing, with Pertamina Patra Niaga producing 11 million liters of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) at the Cilacap Green Refinery by processing used cooking oil. On the regulatory front, approximately 1,600 PLN workers have called for an evaluation of the 2025–2034 Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) and expressed opposition to power wheeling schemes.

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Abadi Masela Project · Bahlil Lahadalia · Gibran Rakabuming Raka · Halmahera · Indonesia · Ministry of Industry · Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries · PLN · PT PLN (Persero) · PT Pertamina (Persero) · Pertamina · Piet Hein Babua

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[○ 1 SOURCE] The Green For Riau platform aims to implement the REDD+ approach for low-carbon development. beritariau.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Indonesia's national geothermal potential is estimated at 24 GW across 368 locations. www.antaranews.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Ministry of Industry is considering non-fiscal incentives for hybrid, PHEV, and REEV vehicles. www.industry.co.id
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Abadi Masela project has an estimated investment value of US$22 billion. www.ruangenergi.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Abadi Masela LNG project completed its Front End Engineering Design (FEED) in October 2026. www.ruangenergi.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Approximately 1,600 PLN workers held a mass meeting to demand an evaluation of the 2025-2034 RUPTL. www.dunia-energi.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Pertamina Patra Niaga produced approximately 11 million liters of co-processed Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in October 2026. sawitindonesia.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] A plan for a 200 MW floating nuclear power plant is being proposed for North Halmahera. zonamalut.id