"We're closely watching PLTU compliance with regulations," said Rasio Ridho Sani, the ministry's Director General of Law Enforcement, at a press conference on Wednesday.
Regarding the planned closure of PLTU Suralaya, announced by Coordinating Minister Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Sani stated that the efforts to improve air quality are independent of this decision.
As chair of the Jabodetabek air pollution control task force, Sani clarified that all measures aim to prevent further deterioration of the region's air quality.
The ministry is actively monitoring facilities, including PLTUs, metal smelters, coal stockpiles, and boiler users, for potential pollution contributions.
Sigit Reliantoro, Director General of Pollution and Environmental Damage Control, noted that PLTUs generating over 25 megawatts must implement emission monitoring systems and submit reports to the ministry.
PLTUs exceeding government-determined emission thresholds will receive warning letters.
On August 14, Minister Pandjaitan announced the potential closure of PLTU Suralaya in Cilegon, Banten, to address Jakarta's air pollution. Jakarta's air quality index, ranging from 170 to 200, poses health risks.
"Closing PLTU Suralaya could reduce the air quality index below 100," he said.
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Editor: Anton Santoso
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