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In a significant stride towards a sustainable energy future, PGE has launched the Ulubelu green hydrogen pilot project, designed to create a comprehensive ecosystem for green hydrogen production and utilization. This initiative is deemed a critical milestone in PGE's business transformation, as articulated by President Director Julfi Hadi. He underscored the groundbreaking event as the beginning of an integrated green business chain that spans from upstream to downstream operations.

The Ulubelu facility is not merely a production site; it is envisioned as an innovation center that can be replicated across various geothermal working areas, thereby facilitating off-grid solutions for transportation and low-carbon industries. Hadi further revealed that this project is part of PGE’s broader roadmap, which includes the downstream production of green ammonia and green methanol, projecting these as vital energy solutions for the future.

At the heart of this initiative lies a commitment to harness geothermal energy alongside advanced electrolysis technology, yielding a production capacity of up to 100 kilograms of green hydrogen per day, with an impressive efficiency rate between 82% and 88%. Beyond its production capabilities, the facility aims to serve as a center for technological learning, conducting feasibility studies and market analyses to better understand future demand.

The support from various stakeholders, including the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and the Ministry of Investment and Downstream Development, underscores the collaborative effort required for a successful energy transition. The Ulubelu project stands as a testament to PGE's dedication to bolstering Indonesia's energy landscape in pursuit of net-zero emissions by 2060, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s journey towards sustainable energy solutions.