Deputy Minister Of Finance Suahasil: PLN Becomes A Pionir Role In The Energy Transition Sector

Deputy Minister of Finance Suahasil Nazara. (Photo: Doc. PLN)

JAKARTA - The issue of energy transition and carbon emission reduction mission is predicted to become a joint world agenda in 2023.

Deputy Minister of Finance, Suahasil Nazara assessed, the issue of energy transition is not only a challenge but can be an opportunity for economic growth.

"The government sees this potential and together with PLN maps out the potential for development. PLN has a significant role to play in the energy transition sector," Suahasil said in a written statement, Wednesday, December 21.

Suahasil explained, the key in facing economic challenges next year is to maximize domestic potential.

In addition, the most important aspect in dealing with global uncertainty is collaboration and synergy.

"We respond with one extraordinary lesson, namely the need for synergy from all parties. Fiscal is not only cooperating with monetary, we are working with law enforcement and local governments in all aspects," said Suahasil.

In facing economic challenges in 2023, PT PLN (Persero) will also collaborate with the government and stakeholders and contribute, especially in the electricity sector.

PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo estimates that electricity consumption next year can reach 283.12 TWh or grow 4.74 percent.

This is supported by economic recovery this year and public confidence in the economy next year.

"The electricity demand had dropped even minus due to the impact of the pandemic. With various best efforts, electricity demand was increased again, and it is estimated that it will continue to improve in line with economic growth in the coming year," said Darmawan.

In addition, the issue of energy transition is a new hope for the economy next year.

Because, in the midst of the world, they compete to reduce emissions by turning to environmentally friendly energy and utilizing local potential into a new business niche next year.

"PLN menangkap isu transisi energi ini bukan sekadar tantangan tetapi justru menjadi peluang untuk membuat Indonesia lebih baik dan tumbuh ke depan," ujar Darmawan.

The challenge of developing New Renewable Energy (EBT) in Indonesia is a large investment.

For this reason, PLN accelerates the development of a conducive energy transition ecosystem and prioritizes aspects of innovation and efficiency in order to achieve competitiveness.