# Pertamina advances ESG, energy security, and UMKM support

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-fuel-pricing-and-sustainability-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-08-09T05:44:20.000Z. Sources: 32. Developments: 7.

Throughout July and August 2026, Pertamina advanced its sustainability, energy security, and micro, small, and medium enterprise (UMKM) support initiatives. In July, the company facilitated halal certification for 50 UMKM and expanded market access via Pelita Air. In early August, Pertamina’s Rumah BUMN initiative supported 13 UMKM at a bazaar in Tojo Una-Una, Central Sulawesi, providing mentoring and encouraging digital payments via QRIS to increase competitiveness.

On the energy front, Pertamina reported exceeding its first-semester 2026 decarbonization target by 18%, reaching 118% of its emission reduction goal through bioethanol, biofuel, and energy efficiency programs. The company's low carbon business performance reached 101% of its target, while governance-related ESG metrics achieved 102%, maintaining its position as a top ESG-rated company in the Integrated Oil and Gas sub-industry. To further these goals, the company is developing a hydrogen hub in North Sumatra, advancing Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) projects, and producing biogasoline at the Cilacap and Balongan refineries. Additionally, Pertamina is working to boost natural gas production at the Pangkah Work Area in Gresik, East Java.

Regarding distribution and maritime operations, Pertamina Patra Niaga conducted inspections at the Tanjung Uban Integrated Terminal in the Riau Islands to ensure fuel and LPG security for Sumatra and Kalimantan. Pertamina Marine Solutions (PMSol) continues exploring international expansions in China. Meanwhile, the 'Kampung Bahari Si Pelaut' initiative in Batam continues to support local fishermen and women-led MSMEs through aquaculture assistance and mangrove rehabilitation.

Commercially, Pertamina cut non-subsidized fuel prices twice in July and increased subsidized 3-kg LPG allocations to West Java to ensure regional stability.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-09: Pertamina explores maritime partnerships in China and expands local community programs

Pertamina is expanding its international maritime reach through crew management discussions with Chinese firms, while simultaneously driving local economic growth via community empowerment programs in Batam.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pertamina-explores-maritime-partnerships-in-china-and-expands-local-community-programs

### 2026-08-09: Indonesia advances mineral downstreaming and energy production initiatives

Indonesia is expanding its energy and mineral sectors through bauxite downstreaming for rare earth elements, optimizing gas production in East Java, and exceeding decarbonization targets.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pertamina-exceeds-2026-first-semester-decarbonization-target-by-18

### 2026-08-02: Pertamina expands UMKM support in Central Sulawesi via Rumah BUMN program

Pertamina’s Rumah BUMN program showcased 13 UMKM at a Central Sulawesi bazaar, providing mentoring, market access and QRIS digital‑payment support, officials say it boosts competitiveness and local economy.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pertamina-expands-umkm-support-in-central-sulawesi-via-rumah-bumn-program

### 2026-07-30: Pertamina certifies 50 UMKMs with halal label to expand market access

Pertamina is helping 50 Indonesian UMKMs obtain halal certification, offering training and marketing support to boost competitiveness before the October 2026 mandate.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pertamina-helps-50-indonesian-umkms-gain-halal-certification-to-expand-market-access

### 2026-07-24: Pertamina rolls out UMKM market access, new oil blocks, biogasoline push, HSSE drive and extra LPG supply

Pertamina announced UMKM products on Pelita Air flights, secured nine new oil blocks, pushes biogasoline to cut gasoline imports, reinforces HSSE, and added 292 t of LPG to West Java.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pertamina-pushes-sustainable-aviation-fuel-ecosystem-and-hsse-culture-in-indonesia

### 2026-07-23: Indonesia Cuts Prices of Select Non‑Subsidised Fuels Amid Subsidy Targeting Debate

Indonesia’s major fuel retailers cut prices of several non‑subsidised diesel and premium gasoline products on 23 July 2026, while the Energy Ministry eyes further cuts and the Finance Minister pushes for better

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-highoctane-gasoline-efficiency-and-stable-fuel-prices-in-july-2026

### 2026-07-21: Pertamina drives UMKM export push, SAF and hydrogen pilots, and trims fuel prices

Pertamina promoted UMKM at FHI 2026, reported health‑economy gains from its GARBATERA program, advanced SAF and hydrogen projects, cut non‑subsidised fuel prices, and underscored its P3DN economic impact.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pertamina-patra-niaga-expands-health-livelihood-and-disasterrisk-programs-in-balongan-indonesia

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