PT Pertamina Hulu Rokan Implements Solar Power To Boost Operations In Indonesia

PT Pertamina Hulu Rokan (PHR), a subsidiary of PT Pertamina (Persero), has implemented the use of solar power plants (PLTS) to enhance its business operations, demonstrating the company’s commitment to reducing emissions and adopting new and renewable energy sources. This initiative features 64,000 solar panels spread across 28 hectares within the PHR area.

The PLTS project is a collaborative effort between Sub Holding Power & New Renewable Energy, Pertamina NRE, and Pertamina Hulu Energi. The solar power plant, with a capacity of 25 Megawatt Peak (MWp), is situated in the PHR oil and gas operational areas, including Rumbai, Duri, and Dumai.

Fadjar Djoko Santoso, Pertamina’s Vice President for Corporate Communication, highlighted the company’s leadership in the energy transition, emphasizing the push for new and renewable energy usage across its business operations. “The PLTS will support operations in the Rokan work area as a showcase for the use of clean and environmentally friendly energy, which also aids in business optimization,” explained Fadjar.

The Rokan PLTS exemplifies Pertamina’s dedication to supporting Indonesia’s net zero emission target by 2060. This environmentally friendly project is expected to reduce emissions by up to 23,000 tons of CO2 annually and decrease gas fuel usage by 352 million metric standard cubic feet (MMSCF) per year, potentially leading to cost savings of up to US$4.3 million per year.

“The PLTS is now operational and contributes to Indonesia’s energy security,” Fadjar added.

Pertamina, a leader in the energy transition sector, remains committed to supporting the 2060 Net Zero Emission target by promoting programs that directly impact the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These efforts align with the company’s implementation of Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) principles across all business lines and operations.