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        "id": 1719797,
        "msgid": "government-to-examine-subsidies-for-cng-gas-to-replace-lpg-1778194534",
        "date": "2026-05-05 20:00:00",
        "title": "Government to Examine Subsidies for CNG Gas to Replace LPG",
        "author": "",
        "source": "CNBC",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Energy",
        "summary": "The Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is exploring Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as an alternative to imported Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), which currently meets 75-80% of domestic needs through imports. Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia announced that subsidies for CNG are under review, with trials for smaller 3kg units expected to conclude in 2-3 months, potentially leading to widespread conversion due to CNG's domestic sourcing and 30% cost savings. This initiative aims to reduce import dependency amid political uncertainties, leveraging existing CNG use in larger-scale applications like hotels and restaurants.",
        "content": "<p>The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) continues to seek\nalternatives to the use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). One option is\nthe adoption of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). Energy Minister Bahlil\nLahadalia is examining the possibility of providing subsidies for CNG\nusage. \u201cEverything is being studied. The subsidy option is still\nnecessary; it\u2019s just a matter of determining the volume, which we need\nto assess,\u201d Bahlil explained after a limited meeting at the State Palace\non Tuesday (5\/5\/2026). As is known, Indonesia\u2019s LPG needs are still\nsupported by imports amounting to 75% to 80%, with 7 to 8 million tonnes\nused for household purposes. The issue arises when political turbulence,\nlike the current situation, requires certainty in LPG imports.\n\u201cTherefore, we are formulating alternatives. CNG is one of them. CNG is\nalready used by hotels, restaurants, and MBGs\u2014it\u2019s in place, but\nclassified for 20kg and above, or 10kg and above,\u201d Bahlil clarified.\nCurrently, they are trialling CNG in smaller sizes, such as 3kg. It is\nestimated that the trial could be completed in 2-3 months. \u201cIn 2-3\nmonths, we will have the results, and if it\u2019s confirmed, we will proceed\nwith the conversion. Why? Because CNG\u2019s raw materials are all available\ndomestically\u2014C1, C2 gas,\u201d Bahlil stated. Based on existing studies,\nBahlil estimates that CNG usage will be cheaper than LPG, saving about\n30%. \u201cWhy is it cheaper? First, the gas is available domestically, and\nthe industry is here too, within the country. So, no imports are needed,\nand just the transportation costs alone can cover it. Second, it is\navailable in almost all regions with gas sources, making it far more\nefficient. And if asked whether it performs well, on a large scale, it\nalready does. In Java regions, CNG is already used by hotels,\nrestaurants, and MBG kitchens,\u201d Bahlil emphasised.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/government-to-examine-subsidies-for-cng-gas-to-replace-lpg-1778194534",
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