Puskepi Calls HRS Development Proof Of Automotive Sector Energy Transition

The location of the hydrogen filling station (HRS) owned by PLN in Senayan, Jakarta, which is targeted to operate in February 2024. (Photo: ANTARA)

JAKARTA - Director of the Center for Public Policy Studies (PUSKEPI), Sofyano Zakaria said the development of Hydrogen Refueling Station (HRS) by PT PLN Indonesia Power, subholding of PT PLN (Persero) proves the state's commitment to the energy transition in the automotive sector in the international arena.

"I think that is a form of state commitment that is present through innovation from BUMN and its Subholding, this time PLN Indonesia Power has proven it in the international arena," he said as quoted by ANTARA, Monday, February 26.

In this case, he continued, PLN Indonesia Power has proven to be a pioneer in the formation of an energy transition ecosystem in the automotive sector.

"I believe that PLN, especially PLN Indonesia Power, will become a major player in providing green hydrogen for various needs, especially for vehicles made from hydrogen," he said.

In terms of data, the use of HRS will be able to reduce the importation of 1.59 million liters of fuel oil/BBM per year.

In addition to saving the use of fossil-based fuel, reducing emissions is confirmed to occur by 4.15 million kilograms per year.

PLN Indonesia Power also took part in the 2024 Indonesia International Motor Show (IIMS) annual automotive exhibition by bringing HRS which has been able to flow hydrogen to vehicles.

HRS is a form of downstreaming from Green Hydrogen Plant (GHP), which includes residuals from Geothermal Power Plants/PLTP, Gas and Steam Power Plants/PLTGU and Steam Power Plants/PLTU.

"This is proof of corporate commitment to the development of new renewable energy and the development of the future vehicle ecosystem," said Sofyano.

According to him, efforts to convert electrical energy into automotive energy need to be appreciated, this is important to maintain the continuation of the national energy transition program which is a derivative of global ideals.

For this reason, he stressed, the scale of green hydrogen production must continue to be improved and the step forward of PLN Indonesia Power must be the spirit of the community to use green energy.

"With this, I am sure that the ideals of net zero emissions/NZE in 2060 will be achieved more quickly," he said.