What is Indonesia's solar energy capacity?

The capacity of solar energy in Indonesia is steadily climbing. With total capacity reaching over 322.6 MW as of the first half of 2023, this is an increase of over 800% in the last 10 years. This progress is part of Indonesia’s solar energy plan, which targets 5 GW of installed capacity by 2030.

Can Indonesia harness solar energy?

While solar energy capacity is increasing in Indonesia, the current installed capacity is just a fraction of the potential capacity of solar power development. As a nation that straddles the equator, it gets direct, high-intensity solar irradiance, putting it in an ideal position to harness solar energy.

What is the potential of rooftop solar PV in Indonesia?

Another major potential is presented by the utilization of rooftop solar PV for households in Indonesia. With a potential capacity of 32.5 GW, Indonesia’s rooftop solar PV, as of June 2023, produces up to 95 MW, with the household sector accounting for 72% of the share.

What is Indonesia's solar PV potential?

All in all, Indonesia's solar PV potential is vast and is expected to become a dominant force in the nation's energy landscape by 2060 with, expectedly, over 60% of the total energy generation.

What is Indonesia's solar energy plan?

This progress is part of Indonesia’s solar energy plan, which targets 5 GW of installed capacity by 2030. The growth of solar power in Indonesia reflects not just a commitment to shift away from its fossil fuel-dominated energy system but also recognises the immense potential the solar energy holds in the Indonesian archipelago.

Could local content requirements hamper the growth of Indonesia's solar capacity?

Local content requirements could hamper the growth of Indonesia’s solar capacity. Image: Sun Energy. In June 2024, Indonesia issued rooftop solar PV system development quotas for state electricity company PLN between 2024 and 2028, aiming to add 5.75GW of capacity in the country.