Pertamina NRE And Huawei Join Forces To Advance Renewable Energy And Smart Grid In Indonesia

Pertamina New & Renewable Energy (Pertamina NRE) and Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. have inked a memorandum of understanding to collaboratively develop renewable energy and a smart grid in Indonesia. The agreement, signed by Pertamina NRE’s Director of Projects & Operations, Norman Ginting, and Huawei Tech Investment’s Head of Department of Digital Power Business, Jing Song, focuses on advancing innovation and technology in smart grid, distributed generation, and digitalization.

Norman Ginting expressed optimism about the collaboration, stating, “We hope that Huawei’s experience in renewable energy technology can support Pertamina NRE’s aspirations in developing a low-carbon business and energy transition.” The partnership aims to bring breakthroughs in renewable energy projects in Indonesia, enhancing Pertamina NRE’s operational excellence through digitalization and smart grid applications.

Jing Song from Huawei emphasized the collaboration’s potential to benefit Indonesian society, contributing to national energy resilience through clean energy and smart grid technologies. The collaboration involves extensive studies, knowledge-sharing, and technical exploration related to jointly identified projects.

Fadjar Djoko Santoso, Vice President of Corporate Communication of PT Pertamina (Persero), highlighted Pertamina’s commitment to developing new renewable energy in support of the Net Zero Emission 2060 target. He emphasized that such collaborations are crucial for renewable energy development, requiring both collaboration and advanced technology.

Pertamina NRE aims to lead the energy transition and green business initiatives, positioning itself at the forefront of low-carbon solutions and renewable energy development. The collaboration with Huawei signifies a strategic move towards strengthening environmental, social, and governance (ESG) implementation within Pertamina Group, particularly in environmental aspects.