Pertamina Strengthens Energy-Saving Culture from Internal to Community
PT Pertamina (Persero) continues to strengthen its commitment to promoting an energy-saving culture, applied concretely in the work environment and company operations. Through various initiatives, Pertamina not only optimises internal energy efficiency but also invites the public to participate in more prudent energy use.
Vice President of Corporate Communication at PT Pertamina (Persero), Muhammad Baron, stated that energy-saving measures are part of the company’s contribution to supporting national energy sustainability. According to him, collective efforts to save energy are increasingly important amid global geopolitical dynamics impacting the world’s energy supply.
“The collective movement to save energy is increasingly necessary to support the government’s efforts in maintaining energy sustainability amid the current global geopolitical dynamics,” said Baron on Saturday, 28 March 2026.
Pertamina’s internal energy-saving efforts are manifested through various policies, one of which encourages employees to use public transport. The company provides shuttle bus services connecting offices to public transport points such as stations and bus stops. This facility is also implemented in various regional work units to facilitate collective employee mobility.
In addition, employees are encouraged to use operational vehicles together for work activities in the city to reduce the use of private vehicles. The energy-saving culture is also integrated with a healthy lifestyle through the “Sehat Bugar dan Senang” (SEBUSE) programme, which promotes walking and cycling to work.
“Various programmes are developed as a culture among employees, so that in addition to impacting physical fitness, they also contribute to energy savings,” added Baron.
This energy efficiency culture is also extended to the public through various programmes, one of which is Mudik Bersama and Balik Bersama. This programme provides comfortable, safe, and more energy-efficient public transport alternatives. This year, Pertamina is providing four bus fleets to support the return flow to Jakarta from four cities simultaneously.
In the office environment, energy savings are also carried out through simple habits such as turning off lights and electrical equipment when not in use. Building designs that maximise natural lighting also help reduce electricity consumption during the day.
Meanwhile, on the operational side, Pertamina is beginning to utilise renewable energy through the installation of solar panels at several petrol stations, operational assets, and offices. This step is part of a sustainable energy transition strategy.
Furthermore, Pertamina is developing community-based energy programmes through Desa Energi Berdikari, which has been rolled out in 252 locations. This programme enables communities to utilise new renewable energy independently. In addition, the expansion of household gas networks continues as an efficient and environmentally friendly clean energy alternative.
“In line with efforts to maintain energy availability, Pertamina starts from the internal environment and employees’ families to build collective awareness in using energy wisely. This movement is expected to become a culture that strengthens the nation’s energy self-sufficiency,” explained Baron.
As a company playing a role in the energy transition, Pertamina is committed to supporting the Net Zero Emission target by 2060 and promoting the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This commitment is realised through company transformation focused on governance, public services, business sustainability, and the environment, prioritising Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) principles across all business lines and operations.