The programme will consist of 80GW of solar PV plants and 320GWh of battery energy storage systems (BESS) across 80,000 villages as 1MW solar PV capacity and 4MWh BESS, which will be managed by the Merah Putih Village Cooperative (KDMP).
Jakarta, August 7, 2025 – Indonesia will build a 100 Gigawatt (GW) Solar Power Plant (PLTS). The program plans to build 80 GW of solar power plants and 320 GWh of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to be managed by the Merah Putih Village Cooperative (KDMP) in 80,000 villages, and 20 GW of Centralized solar power plants.
Where are solar power plants located in Indonesia?
Solar Power Plants in Indonesia: Notable Locations 1. Cirata Floating Solar Power Plant The Cirata Floating Solar Power Plant, located in West Java, is one of the largest solar projects in Indonesia and Southeast Asia. With an installed capacity of 145 MW, it began operations in 2021 (Jakarta Post, 2023).
Indonesia possesses solar energy potential with a capacity ranging from 3,300 GW to 20,000 GW, spanning from Sabang to Merauke. With increasingly affordable, modular, and easy-to-build and operate solar power plant (PLTS) technology, this project could serve as a strategic solution to provide reliable and affordable energy access across Indonesia.
Is there a large-scale energy storage system in Indonesia?
“Currently, there is no large-scale energy storage system operational in Indonesia. The development of small-scale energy storage technology is being led by the private sector, followed by state utility companies.
Does Indonesia have solar PV?
Solar PV has not scaled as fast in Indonesia as in some of its regional peers. In 2022, the country had 0.3 GW of installed capacity—low compared to the 3.1 GW and 18.5 GW of Thailand and Vietnam, respectively (Exhibit 2).
How can Indonesia foster a vibrant solar PV Manufacturing ecosystem?
To foster a vibrant solar PV manufacturing ecosystem, Indonesia could explore paths to increase domestic demand for solar products. One viable approach is to focus on the rapidly growing battery manufacturing sector by providing incentives for operators to produce batteries for storing renewable energy.