Enviro News Asia, Tangerang — Indonesia is preparing a major expansion of its electricity generation capacity, targeting up to 100 gigawatts (GW) of additional capacity as the government strengthens the energy transition and works toward its Net Zero Emission (NZE) target for 2050–2060.
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia outlined the plan during the opening of Electricity Connect 2026 in Tangerang on September 22, saying the government would continue developing renewable energy despite global challenges surrounding climate commitments.
The government is targeting a 70 percent share of new and renewable energy (EBT) in the Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL), while also preparing programs to add up to 100 GW of power generation capacity.
“Indonesia will remain consistent in meeting our net zero emission target from 2050 to 2060. This is not only a theme; we are turning it into concrete programs. In the RUPTL, we are pushing for 70 percent new and renewable energy and adding 100 gigawatts,” Bahlil said.
The planned electricity development is expected to require investment of between US$70 billion and US$73 billion. Bahlil emphasized the importance of partnerships that create benefits for all stakeholders while also supporting the use of domestic components.
PT PLN (Persero) President Director Darmawan Prasodjo, who also chairs the Supervisory Board of the Indonesian Electricity Society (MKI), said the electricity sector is ready to implement the government’s policy direction.
Darmawan said the national electricity infrastructure program would include large-scale generation development under the RUPTL as well as the construction of approximately 48,000 circuit kilometers of transmission networks.
“The answer is only one: we are ready to implement it. The epicenter of the new development of energy is in Indonesia,” Darmawan said.
The planned expansion will require stronger cooperation among the government, businesses, academic institutions and investors. Large-scale investment and supporting infrastructure will be critical to expanding generation capacity while ensuring that the electricity system can accommodate increasing energy demand.
Electricity Connect 2026 is being used as a platform to strengthen cooperation among stakeholders in the energy sector. The event brought together thousands of delegates, hundreds of speakers and exhibitors from Indonesia and abroad.
The government said the 100 GW generation plan and increased renewable energy share in the RUPTL form part of its broader strategy to strengthen Indonesia’s electricity system. Expanded generation capacity and transmission infrastructure are expected to support rising energy demand while contributing to the country’s NZE target for 2050–2060. (*)
