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The Indonesian government is proceeding with plans for a Nuclear Power Plant (PLTN), forming the Nuclear Energy Program Implementation Organization (NEPIO) to expedite the project. The first PLTN is expected to be operational by 2032, with total nuclear capacity projected at 35 GW by 2060.

Critics highlight that Indonesia has ample renewable energy potential of 3,700 GW and argue that PLTN poses significant environmental and safety risks, particularly considering Indonesia's earthquake-prone geography. Concerns include the high costs and safety implications of nuclear energy compared to renewable sources, which have seen declining costs. The government aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060, incorporating nuclear energy into its energy mix.