Jakarta—Home solar power plants have become an attractive and economical alternative for the public amid the growing demand for clean energy in Indonesia, PT PLN (Persero) stated while paying attention to these developments.
In a panel discussion titled “Synergizing Law, Investment and Risk Management in Energy Transition Era” held by Relawan Pengusaha Muda Nasional (Repnas) on Monday, October 14, PT PLN (Persero) Commissioner Mohamad Ikhsan discussed the huge impact of the ongoing energy transition.
According to Ikhsan, the global trend towards renewable energy is changing Indonesia’s energy landscape and forcing power companies to adjust their strategies.
“Climate change is forcing us to change direction. For years, PLN has relied on the same power turbines since the 19th century, but suddenly, the global push for energy transition changed everything,” Ikhsan says.
Independent power production
The growing popularity of home-based solar power plants poses a challenge to PLN, the main electricity provider. “People can now produce their electricity at home. This changes PLN’s relationship with customers because they can now become competitors,” Ikhsan explained.
He added that the falling prices of battery technology and solar panels could also make home electricity cheaper than electricity provided by PLN.
Ikhsan emphasised the importance of PLN responding to this phenomenon immediately as part of risk management and being more innovative and creative in dealing with change. He said that PLN needs to encourage regulations supporting clean energy development. With a solid legal framework, risks can be managed more effectively while paving the way for more efficient cost optimization.
The use of home solar power not only provides an alternative for people to reduce dependence on conventional electricity but also reduces carbon emissions. “If the price of solar panels and batteries drops, households can save more, encouraging widespread adoption of clean energy,” Ikhsan said.
Ikhsan said that PLN must seize this opportunity and be ready to adapt to meet the challenges of the energy transition. “Innovation, strong regulations, and awareness of climate change are our keys to maintaining Indonesia’s energy security,” he concluded. (Hartatik)
