JAKARTA - Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Mendiktiksaintek) Brian Yuliarto said that campuses were asked to find alternative technology for LPG. This step was taken because Indonesia's dependence on imports is still high.
"This LPG, we are very dependent on imports, the price is also rising," Brian told reporters at the Presidential Palace complex, Jakarta, Monday, April 27.
According to Brian, universities will help the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources in terms of technology. The focus is on finding other energy sources that can reduce the use of LPG.
Brian said there were several sources that were considered potential. But everything will still be investigated further.
"Several alternative technologies to reduce LPG. The campus helps the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources regarding technology," he said.
He has not detailed the form of the technology in question. Including whether the research has been running or is still in the early stages.
When asked about the basis of the research, Brian only mentioned that the discussion would be carried out together with the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources.
"Later with Mr. ESDM," said the Minister of Education and Technology.
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