# Indonesia expands waste-to-energy and circular economy drive

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indonesia-waste-to-energy-rollout
> Updated: 2026-09-05T11:57:33.000Z. Sources: 53. Developments: 29.

Indonesia is accelerating its waste-to-energy (PSEL) programme under Presidential Regulation No. 109 of 2025, targeting the resolution of 70–80% of the nation's waste problem by 2029. The government aims to develop approximately 30 PSEL sites, with several designated as Strategic National Projects (PSN).

Recent developments in the PSN phase include facilities in Bekasi (1,400 tons/day capacity), Bogor Raya (1,500 tons/day), and Denpasar Raya (1,200 tons/day). Under current regulations, the state electricity company, PLN, will purchase the generated electricity at a rate of US$ 0.2 per kWh. In Bantul, local authorities are preparing infrastructure for the Piyungan PSEL facility, including plans to procure additional waste collection trucks via the regional budget starting in 2027.

The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR RI) Commission II has announced a new large-scale program targeting regions producing more than 500 tons of waste daily, such as the Banjarbakula landfill in South Kalimantan. This initiative involves collaboration between regional heads, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and Danantara to bolster national energy security. This follows the existing Local Service Delivery Project (LSDP), which currently focuses on regions producing between 100 and 500 tons of waste daily.

Other regional initiatives include the Legok Nangka plant in West Java, a PSEL project in Palembang, and pyrolysis pilot projects in Bogor, Semarang, Bekasi, and Jakarta. Circular economy efforts continue through Black Soldier Fly programs in Yogyakarta and the RAMAH movement in Bima.

## Claims

- Groundbreaking ceremony for the Legok Nangka waste‑to‑energy plant was held on 29 July 2026. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- The plant will process about 2,000‑2,131 tons of waste per day from six districts. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The facility will generate approximately 40.79 MW of electricity. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The project follows President Prabowo Subianto’s directive to resolve urban waste issues by 2029. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Japanese firms Sumitomo Corporation and Hitachi Zosen partner via PT Energia Prima Nusantara. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Both the Legok Nangka plant and the Pertamina‑West Java partnership aim to generate clean energy, create jobs, reduce emissions and serve as a national model for waste‑to‑energy development. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- PT Pertamina signed a joint agreement with the West Java provincial government on 29 July 2026 to convert waste into low‑carbon hydrogen, biomethane and bio‑fuel. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The collaboration will use biogas from the Sarimukti landfill, purify it into biomethane and then produce hydrogen. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Project cost is about US$400 million (≈ Rp7.2 trillion). (single source)
- Incineration technology operates above 800 °C, minimizing dioxin formation. (single source)
- The plant is expected to cut emissions by about 311,000 tonnes CO₂‑equivalent and create jobs in West Java. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-05: Indonesia expands waste-to-energy projects and infrastructure

Indonesia is advancing waste-to-energy initiatives through National Strategic Projects, Batam's pursuit of Japanese partnerships, and regional infrastructure upgrades to convert waste into electricity.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-expands-waste-to-energy-projects-through-national-strategic-projects

### 2026-09-02: DPR RI announces waste-to-energy program for large-scale waste producers

Indonesia is developing a waste-to-energy program for regions producing over 500 tons of waste daily to boost national energy security through regional and central government collaboration.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dpr-ri-announces-waste-to-energy-program-for-large-scale-waste-producers

### 2026-09-01: Indonesia advances regional waste management through integrated facilities and community partnerships

Regional waste management efforts in Indonesia include plans for an integrated processing site in Solear and a community-based recycling partnership between Wilmar Group's PT Kerry Sawit Indonesia and local Sme

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-advances-regional-waste-management-through-integrated-facilities-and-community-partnership

### 2026-08-19: Indonesia promotes circular economy through waste management initiatives

Indonesian regional initiatives are strengthening the circular economy by converting organic waste into fertilizer via BSF maggots and promoting plastic waste collection through the RAMAH movement in Bima.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-promotes-circular-economy-through-waste-management-initiatives

### 2026-08-09: Indonesia promotes pyrolysis to augment waste-to-energy capacity

Indonesia is promoting pyrolysis technology to supplement Waste-to-Energy (PSEL) plants, aiming to process an additional 20% of national waste into renewable fuel.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-promotes-pyrolysis-to-augment-waste-to-energy-capacity

### 2026-07-31: West Java's Legok Nangka waste‑to‑energy project moves forward with Pertamina partnership

West Java’s Legok Nangka waste‑to‑energy plant, processing 2,131 t/day, was launched on 29 July 2026 with a Pertamina‑West Java agreement to produce low‑carbon hydrogen, biomethane and bio‑fuel, backed by PT Hy

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pertaminas-wastetoenergy-initiatives-in-indonesia-draw-scrutiny-and-new-partnerships

### 2026-07-29: West Java's Legok Nangka Waste‑to‑Energy Plant Breaks Ground

Groundbreaking on 29 July 2026 started West Java’s Legok Nangka waste‑to‑energy plant, which will process ~2,000 tons of waste daily, generate 40.79 MW, and cost US$400 million.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/west-java-launches-legok-nangka-wastetoenergy-plant-to-process-2000-tons-daily

### 2026-07-24: Indonesia's PLN expands CSR with biomass fuel pilot and agrarian reform support

Indonesia's state utility PLN launched a biomass fuel pilot in East Java to turn waste into energy and backed an agrarian reform programme in West Sulawesi, supporting UMKM and land legalisation.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-pln-expands-csr-with-biomass-fuel-pilot-and-agrarian-reform-support

### 2026-07-23: Indonesia's PLN and Pelindo launch community waste and seagrass CSR initiatives

PLN and Pelindo launch CSR programmes in Indonesia, one turning household waste into electricity credits and the other planting seagrass while training coastal communities in sustainable aquaculture.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-pln-and-pelindo-launch-community-waste-and-seagrass-csr-initiatives

### 2026-07-21: Indonesia's Renewable‑Energy Stocks Jump as Green Business Gains Momentum

Indonesia’s green‑energy firms ADRO, BIPI, TPIA and OASA target large waste‑to‑energy projects, while stocks BREN, DSSA and AMMN rallied sharply on 21 July amid strong ESG demand.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-renewableenergy-stocks-jump-as-green-business-gains-momentum

### 2026-07-21: Indonesia pushes waste-to-energy policy and plastic‑exchange pilot

Indonesia adopts a 2025 waste‑to‑energy regulation and pilots a plastic‑for‑food exchange in Banyumas to reduce river pollution and boost recycling.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-pushes-waste-to-energy-policy-and-plasticexchange-pilot

### 2026-07-19: Yogyakarta readies land for waste-to-energy plant, budgets 17 billion rupiah

Yogyakarta will begin land preparation in August 2026 for a 5.7‑ha waste‑to‑energy plant near the Piyungan landfill, funded with 17 billion rupiah, while its environmental agency promises free waste collection

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yogyakarta-readies-land-for-waste-to-energy-plant-budgets-17-billion-rupiah

### 2026-07-18: Bali launches waste‑to‑energy plant as PLN schedules power outage

Bali's first Danantara waste‑to‑energy plant began construction in Pedungan, while PLN scheduled a power outage on July 20 affecting Gianyar and Kuta for network maintenance.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bali-launches-wastetoenergy-plant-as-pln-schedules-power-outage

### 2026-07-18: Indonesia Accelerates Waste‑to‑Energy Projects in Bekasi and Palembang

Indonesia pushes ahead with waste‑to‑energy plants in Bekasi and Palembang, with new regulatory framework and private partners aiming for operation by 2028.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-accelerates-wastetoenergy-projects-in-bekasi-and-palembang

### 2026-07-15: Indonesia's Food Coordinator Zulkifli Hasan Announces MBG Review and Waste‑to‑Energy Regulation Reform

Indonesia's food minister Zulkifli Hasan will review the free school‑meal program and streamline waste‑to‑energy regulations to speed up projects, reporting findings to President Prabowo.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-food-coordinator-zulkifli-hasan-announces-mbg-review-and-wastetoenergy-regulation-reform

### 2026-07-15: Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Announces Health Campaign, Waste Removal and Bridge Repair Initiatives

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung urged residents to exercise, set an 8‑10‑day deadline to clear waste at Rusun Waduk Pluit, and called a special meeting to fast‑track repair of the Tendean pedestrian bridge, eye‑

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-moves-to-clear-jakarta-waste-pile-and-resolve-west-sumatra-garbage-crisis-by-2027

### 2026-07-14: Indonesia's Environment Ministry pushes climate action in Papua and waste roadmap for West Sumatra

Indonesia's Environment Ministry calls for faster climate action in Papua and sets a 2027 waste‑management roadmap for West Sumatra, emphasizing local government roles and infrastructure upgrades.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-environment-ministry-pushes-climate-action-in-papua-and-waste-roadmap-for-west-sumatra

### 2026-07-10: Indonesia expands waste management from local clean‑up to large‑scale waste‑to‑energy projects

Indonesia boosts waste management with clean‑ups in Kulonprogo, a Rp 3 trillion waste‑to‑energy plant in Bali, and a 59% segregation rate in Kepulauan Seribu.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-island-waste-initiatives-reach-key-milestones

### 2026-07-07: Bali launches $3 trillion waste‑to‑energy plant to curb open dumping

Bali’s Rp 3 trillion waste‑to‑energy plant, slated for 2027‑28, will process 1,500 t/day, cut emissions up to 80 %, supply power for 100 k homes and create ~1,200 green jobs, supporting the goal to end open‑d​​

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-expands-wastetoenergy-initiatives-from-village-projects-to-a-national-power-plant

### 2026-07-05: Indonesia's Waste Management Faces Fires, Policy Shifts and New Green Initiatives

Indonesia confronts landfill fire risks, a waste‑management emergency in Bondowoso, launches AI biodiversity monitoring, and expands green energy villages, while Environesia promotes sustainability at a major T

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-advances-wastetoenergy-and-aibased-biodiversity-monitoring

### 2026-07-02: Indonesia boosts waste management and renewable energy initiatives

A study shows waste‑management policies in Sigli, Indonesia, face resource and behavior challenges, while the education ministry and Pertamina launch a joint program to train staff for solar, geothermal and w‑t

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-boosts-waste-management-and-renewable-energy-initiatives

### 2026-06-28: Jember, Indonesia to launch Rp1.5‑2 trillion waste‑to‑energy facility

Jember approves a new environmental ordinance and a Rp1.5‑2 trillion waste‑to‑energy plant, slated for 2026‑28 construction, to modernise waste handling and generate power.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jember-indonesia-to-launch-rp152-trillion-wastetoenergy-facility

### 2026-06-25: Indonesia's local governments turn plastic waste into road signs and fuel

Bali's Buleleng installs road signs made from recycled plastic, while Surabaya's BRIDA pilots pyrolysis to turn mangrove‑area plastic waste into fuel for fishermen, showcasing local circular‑economy efforts.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-local-governments-turn-plastic-waste-into-road-signs-and-fuel

### 2026-06-20: Indonesia aims to solve up to 80% of waste problem by 2029

Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister Zulkifli Hasan said the government will resolve 70‑80% of its waste problem by 2029 through waste‑to‑energy plants and household sorting.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-aims-to-solve-up-to-80-of-waste-problem-by-2029

### 2026-06-15: Indonesia advances waste‑banking and public‑transport subsidy reforms for social and environmental gains

Indonesia’s joint waste‑banking scheme recycled 8.2 t of retail waste into social projects, while transport lobby urges redirecting fuel subsidies to expand public‑transport services.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-advances-wastebanking-and-publictransport-subsidy-reforms-for-social-and-environmental-gai

### 2026-06-11: Indonesia designates waste‑to‑energy projects in Bekasi, Bogor and Denpasar as strategic national initiatives

Indonesia names waste‑to‑energy plants in Bekasi, Bogor and Denpasar as strategic projects to cut waste and boost renewables, while the energy ministry denies coal shortages caused recent Jabodetabek blackouts.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-designates-wastetoenergy-projects-in-bekasi-bogor-and-denpasar-as-strategic-national-initi

### 2026-06-10: Indonesia designates three waste‑to‑energy projects in Bekasi, Bogor and Denpasar as strategic national projects

Indonesia marks three waste‑to‑energy plants in Bekasi, Bogor and Denpasar as strategic national projects, accelerating construction and supporting waste reduction and renewable energy goals.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-designates-three-wastetoenergy-projects-in-bekasi-bogor-and-denpasar-as-strategic-national

### 2026-06-04: Indonesia ramps up waste-to-energy projects, targeting 30 sites by 2028

Indonesia is fast‑tracking waste‑to‑energy projects, with three groundbreaking sites and 30 planned by 2028, while Semarang attracts 85 investors for a Rp3 trillion plant to turn waste into electricity.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesia-ramps-up-waste-to-energy-projects-targeting-30-sites-by-2028

### 2026-05-06: Indonesia's Environment Minister advances Palembang waste‑to‑energy plant and circular waste policy

Indonesia's environment minister pushes Palembang waste‑to‑energy plant and promotes circular waste management.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indonesias-environment-minister-advances-palembang-wastetoenergy-plant-and-circular-waste-policy

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