“Renewable energy, especially solar energy, is very strategic to support villages, districts, and remote islands to be self-sufficient in energy,” he said at the inauguration of the operation and construction of geothermal power plants (PLTP) and solar power plants (PLTS) in 15 provinces on Thursday.
He joined the inauguration via video conference.
According to the President, the use of solar energy can help ensure equal access to electricity, including on remote islands and mountainous areas.
Earlier, he received a report on the large national oil and gas reserves and the availability of technology that could allow for the acceleration of energy projects.
“This makes us very optimistic; we are looking at a bright future,” he said.
The head of state informed that the government will conduct calculations with the private sector and foreign partners to continue the program for national energy self-sufficiency.
The effort is also aimed at supporting the target of achieving zero carbon emissions by 2060, he added.
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On Thursday, while launching the operation and construction of several geothermal and solar power plants, he said that the independence of a nation is determined by its ability to feed its people and ensure a decent life and livelihood for them.
In the 21st century, energy has an important role in the life of a nation and supporting self-sufficiency, he added.
He informed that the inauguration and construction of 55 new and renewable energy power plants reflect Indonesia’s progress in building self-sufficiency.
“We will stand on our own two feet, and we will be able to provide energy to the entire nation efficiently and economically,” the President emphasized.
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