Indonesia Launches Green Hydrogen Pilot Project to Strengthen Clean Energy Supply Chain
In a significant stride towards advancing clean energy, Indonesia has officially inaugurated its green hydrogen pilot project in Ulubelu, Lampung, under the stewardship of PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy. Set to produce up to 100 kilograms of green hydrogen daily, the facility boasts an impressive efficiency rate of 82-88%, leveraging the environmentally friendly anion exchange membrane technology.
Julfi Hadi, the Director of PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy, articulated the project as a strategic cornerstone for enhancing Indonesia's role in the global clean energy supply chain. By integrating geothermal energy with cutting-edge electrolysis, the initiative aims to position Ulubelu as a beacon of innovation, capable of replication across other geothermal regions, and to provide sustainable solutions for low-carbon transportation and industry.
The project is not merely a response to the urgent need for energy transition but also a catalyst for downstream product development. Hadi emphasized that this groundbreaking endeavor lays the foundation for a broader green business ecosystem, with plans for future developments in green ammonia and green methanol as essential energy and industrial feedstock solutions.
Fadjar Djoko Santoso, Vice President of Corporate Communication at Pertamina, highlighted the pilot project’s strategic importance in supporting Indonesia’s national energy transition agenda. As a pioneer in harnessing clean energy from geothermal sources, Pertamina is committed to contributing significantly towards the government's ambitious goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2060.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by a notable array of officials, including the Governor of Lampung, Rahmat Mirzani Djausal, and several deputy ministers and directors from various governmental and corporate sectors. This launch marks a pivotal moment for developing a national green hydrogen ecosystem, reinforcing Indonesia’s commitment to a sustainable energy future and its role in the global clean energy landscape.
