Will Indonesia build a 100 GW solar power plant?

Jakarta, August 7, 2025 – Indonesia will build a 100 Gigawatt (GW) Solar Power Plant (PLTS). The program plans to build 80 GW of solar power plants and 320 GWh of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to be managed by the Merah Putih Village Cooperative (KDMP) in 80,000 villages, and 20 GW of Centralized solar power plants.

Does Indonesia have a solar energy rollout plan?

Indonesia Unveils Ambitious Solar Energy Rollout Plan PVTIME – The Indonesian government has recently announced a new initiative to deploy 100 GW of solar power projects across the country. The plan comprises two key components.

Will a 100 MWp power plant drive Indonesia's shift to cleaner energy?

The 100 MWp facility in Purwakarta will drive Indonesia’s shift to cleaner energy sources. Jisman Hutajulu, Director General of Electricity at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), led the inauguration. He emphasised the crucial role of solar energy for Indonesia’s future.

What is a 100 MW solar project?

The 100 MW solar project covers five plots with 24 power generation units, spanning approximately 80 hectares. With a total installed capacity of 100.78 MW, it will be Indonesia's largest ground mounted solar power station. POWERCHINA is responsible for the design, procurement, construction and commissioning of the project.

What is Indonesia's largest solar power plant?

Indonesia has officially opened its largest ground-mounted solar power plant, marking a significant milestone in its renewable energy efforts. The 100 MWp facility in Purwakarta will drive Indonesia’s shift to cleaner energy sources.

Will 100 GW solar power plant be installed in villages?

According to pv magazine, the “100 GW Solar Power Plant Plan for Village Cooperatives,” mandated by President Prabowo Subianto, will see 80 GW installed as 1 MW solar arrays paired with 4 MWh battery energy storage systems in 80,000 villages.