100 GWp Solar Power Programme Launched, PLN Ready to Support Acceleration of Renewable Energy Development Towards Energy Self-Sufficiency
JEMBRANA – President of the Republic of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, officially launched the 100 gigawatt peak (GWp) Solar Power Plant (PLTS) programme whilst carrying out groundbreaking ceremonies for projects ready to accelerate national renewable energy in Gilimanuk, Bali, on Tuesday (25/8/2026). In its initial phase, the programme comprises 14 solar power projects with a total capacity of 5,300 megawatt peak (MWp) spread across various regions of Indonesia. This step implements the government’s aspiration of energy self-sufficiency and downstream industrialisation through the use of renewable energy.
President Prabowo said the development of solar energy is a strategic step towards accelerating Indonesia’s energy independence and self-sufficiency. According to him, the potential of renewable energy must be harnessed on a massive scale so that national energy needs can be met from domestic sources whilst delivering widespread economic benefits to the public.
“Today is an important day; we are launching 100 GW of solar-powered electricity for the Indonesian nation. (With the 100 GW PLTS Programme), we will truly become a nation that stands on its own two feet,” said Prabowo.
As the initial phase of the programme, the government launched 14 PLTS projects, one of which is the Gilimanuk Solar Power Plant, the site of the national programme launch. In Bangka Belitung, the Pulau Rengit Solar Power Plant has also been completed and has begun operating.
Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Bahlil Lahadalia, said the development of the 100 GWp PLTS programme follows President Prabowo’s directive to find breakthroughs in accelerating national energy sovereignty. Solar energy development is therefore being carried out by harnessing available resources across various regions of Indonesia through diverse scenarios, ranging from large-scale solar plants, floating solar, rooftop solar, to solar development for industrial zones and productive activities.
“Today we are taking a great step to realise what the President has always directed us to achieve, namely national energy self-sufficiency and sovereignty. Indonesia is a nation blessed by God with extraordinary resources. Resources that we must not only dig from beneath our feet, but also from above our heads,” said Bahlil.
Bahlil added that the 100 GWp PLTS programme will be developed through eight main scenarios: the elimination of 12.48 GWp of coal-fired power plants (PLTU), the construction of large-scale solar plants through the Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL) reaching 30.97 GWp, floating solar of 10.72 GWp, rooftop solar of 9.35 GWp, solar for underdeveloped, frontier and outermost regions (3T) of 0.50 GWp, off-grid solar for productive activities of 4.36 GWp, non-rooftop solar for industrial zones of 7.49 GWp, and demand creation through downstream industrialisation, electric vehicles, induction cookers and other needs of 24.13 GWp.
“If we can implement all of this, we can reduce emissions by 140 million tonnes of CO2 per year, with a carbon economic value of Rp6.31 trillion,” said Bahlil.
According to Bahlil, large-scale solar development also carries significant economic impact. In terms of employment, the programme has the potential to create around 5.5 million jobs, comprising approximately 3.465 million construction workers and 2.053 million manufacturing workers.
In its initial phase, the programme will deliver positive economic impact through potential savings in fuel oil (BBM) consumption. The development of these projects will also act as a local economic catalyst through increased construction activity, manufacturing, and community economic activity around project sites.
“The total investment for this project is roughly USD 71.3 billion, or the equivalent of Rp1,140 trillion. Through all of this work, we can achieve efficiency in subsidies of up to Rp73.9 trillion each year,” explained Bahlil.
PLN President Director, Darmawan Prasodjo, said PLN is ready to fully support the Government’s vision of realising energy self-sufficiency and national downstream industrialisation. The company is committed to accelerating the 100 GWp PLTS Programme through collaboration with all stakeholders, whilst ensuring the readiness of the electricity system, supporting infrastructure, and optimal development of solar projects.
“PLN is ready to carry out the President’s mandate to accelerate the development of the 100 GWp PLTS programme. As part of the national electricity ecosystem, PLN will go all out so that solar energy development can be integrated into the electricity system reliably, safely and sustainably. This is part of PLN’s commitment to supporting energy self-sufficiency through the use of domestic, environmentally friendly green energy,” said Darmawan.
Darmawan expressed appreciation to the Government, particularly President Prabowo and the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, for their support and direction in accelerating renewable energy development. According to him, the success of the 100 GWp PLTS Programme requires cross-sector collaboration between government, PLN, businesses, industry and the community.
“We express our gratitude for the Government’s trust and support for PLN. PLN is ready to collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure this programme can be implemented optimally. Through strong collaboration, we can build a solar energy ecosystem that not only produces clean electricity, but also strengthens national industry and delivers widespread economic benefits,” said Darmawan.
He added that, specifically in Bali as the location of the national programme launch, PLN together with the Bali Provincial Government will develop five Solar Power Plant Clusters with a total capacity of up to 1,000 MWp, supported by a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) of 3,300 MWh. This major step is an important foundation in building a clean energy ecosystem in Bali, as the country’s leading tourist destination and the face of Indonesia to the world.
“In this collaboration, the solar capacity to be developed in Bali will reach 1,000 MWp, of which solar plants with a total capacity of 300 MWp will be developed in the Gilimanuk Cluster,” said Darmawan.
Darmawan said that going forward, the 100 GWp PLTS programme is not only a strategic step to increase renewable energy capacity and achieve national energy independence. The programme is also expected to drive economic growth and improve public welfare across various regions of Indonesia.
“Energy transformation is not merely about switching to cleaner energy sources. More than that, electricity is the foundation for accelerating equitable development, driving the economy, creating jobs and helping to alleviate poverty. PLN is ready to be part of Indonesia’s journey towards energy independence and self-sufficiency,” Darmawan concluded.