PLN marks 81st National Electricity Day with green energy goals

To commemorate the 81st National Electricity Day, PT PLN (Persero) has reaffirmed its commitment to national energy sovereignty and the green energy transition. Under the theme “Energy for All, Independence for Indonesia,” the state utility is focusing on accelerating the transition to renewable sources, including a target to implement a 100 gigawatt peak (GWp) solar power program.

PLN President Director Suroso Isnandar stated that the company is working alongside the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) and Danantara Indonesia to fulfill President Prabowo Subianto’s directives regarding energy security and clean energy acceleration. This includes completing all tasks outlined in the Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL).

In addition to long-term strategic goals, PLN is implementing several immediate initiatives:

• Infrastructure and Access: PLN has expanded electricity access to four villages in the Yapen Utara region of Papua and completed undersea cable repairs in the Thousand Islands to ensure supply stability. • Consumer Incentives: Through the “Energi Berdikari” program, customers can access a 50 percent discount on connection fees for increasing their electricity capacity through November 4, 2026. • Technological Innovation: PLN Indonesia Power is testing hydrogen co-firing in gas plants and ammonia co-firing in steam power plants to reduce fossil fuel reliance and lower carbon emissions. • Safety and Training: In collaboration with Schneider Electric and the Ministry of ESDM, the Electrician Academy 2026 has been launched to certify technicians and prevent fires caused by electrical short circuits.