Enviro News Asia, Jakarta – In an effort to create a cleaner and more sustainable environment, the Research Center for Limnology and Water Resources (PRLSDA) of the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has entered into a partnership with PT Alam Semesta Integra.
This collaboration focuses on developing Microalgae Photobioreactor Technology and Renewable Energy to support Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS).
The cooperation agreement was signed in Jakarta on Monday (March 10) and is expected to have a tangible impact on reducing carbon emissions in Indonesia. The technology being developed will utilize microalgae as a natural and innovative solution to capture carbon from the atmosphere while also generating more environmentally friendly renewable energy.
Additionally, the Olympus technology produced through this collaboration has the potential to be implemented in various strategic locations such as gas stations, terminals, public areas, and industrial zones—where carbon emissions tend to be high.
BRIN Head, Laksana Tri Handoko, expressed enthusiasm for this partnership, emphasizing its potential to make a significant contribution to a better environmental future. “Microalgae may seem small, but they have an extraordinary ability to absorb carbon from the atmosphere. The Microalgae Photobioreactor Technology that we will develop together with PT Alam Semesta Integra is one of the concrete steps to address today’s global environmental challenges,” Tri explained.
Deputy Minister of Environment, Diaz Hendropriyono, also voiced support for this initiative, highlighting Indonesia’s strong commitment to tackling climate change and reducing carbon emissions.
“The Olympus technology developed in this partnership is not only a science-based solution but also supports the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) regulations that we are promoting,” he said.
Ilham Habibie, Head of the Research and Technology Agency of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Britek Kadin), emphasized the importance of synergy between research institutions and industry in building Indonesia’s innovation ecosystem.
“Partnerships like this are concrete proof that global challenges, such as climate change, can only be overcome through cross-sector collaboration. Research and innovation must go hand in hand with industrial implementation to ensure that the solutions produced bring real benefits to society and the environment,” Ilham stated.
“At Britek Kadin, we continue to encourage such collaborations. We want to ensure that research findings do not just remain as academic publications but are widely implemented in the industrial sector,” he added.
Director of PT Alam Semesta Integra, Eddy Setiawan, stated that this collaboration is not just about technology but also about creating a positive impact for future generations. He believes that integrating research and industry is key to developing practical and impactful technology.
“Through this partnership, we hope to contribute to technological innovations that support decarbonization and create more environmentally friendly energy solutions,” Eddy said.
