Located at the foot of Mount Tanggamus, Ulubelu continues to evolve into the “Land of Three Energies, geothermal power, solar energy, and micro-hydro power (PLTMH).
Today is a landmark day for Edi, a 26-year-old leader of a youth farming group from Ulubelu, Tanggamus Regency, Lampung, as they begin using a Solar Power Plant (PLTS) in their hydroponic melon greenhouse. This step marks a significant leap in Indonesia’s energy transition, supported by Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE), which has facilitated the electrification of their hydroponic fruit plantation with renewable energy.
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Ulubelu : The Land of Three Renewable Energies
Nestled at the base of Mount Tanggamus in Lampung, Ulubelu is evolving into a remarkable ‘Land of Three Energies.’ This unique region thrives on a trio of renewable energy sources: geothermal power, solar energy, and micro-hydro power (PLTMH), showcasing the potential of sustainable energy in Indonesia.
The Ulubelu Geothermal Power Plant (PLTP) Area, operated by PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) Tbk, boasts an impressive installed capacity of 220 MW across four units. This facility contributes to 25% of Lampung Province’s electricity needs, having developed geothermal energy since 2011 to benefit approximately 244,000 households.
Micro-hydro power plants have made a significant impact, bringing electricity to villages that were previously in the dark. Now, mosques, prayer rooms, schools, and 60 homes bask in the light of green energy from PLTMH. Meanwhile, the Solar Power Plants (PLTS) established by Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE), leveraged for local hydroponic melon greenhouses, symbolize a commitment to greening the agricultural sector.
Fadjar Djoko Santoso, Vice President of Corporate Communication at Pertamina, emphasizes that Pertamina’s innovations in communities around operational areas are pivotal in demonstrating the benefits of transition energy. Aligned with Pertamina’s commitment to the government’s Net Zero Emission (NZE) target by 2060, these initiatives underscore the vital role of renewable energy in Indonesia’s sustainable future.
Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (NRE), at the forefront of clean energy development, champions technological innovation and ESG principles, contributing to Indonesia’s energy transition and the global aspiration for Net Zero Emissions by 2060. Through initiatives that resonate with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Pertamina reaffirms its dedication to a more sustainable, environmentally responsible future.
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