Indonesia's Solar Power Shift: Experts Call for Accelerated Local Installation
Indonesia is shifting its energy focus, gradually replacing coal-fired power plants with solar power generation. This transition comes as domestic electricity demand soars. Experts Michael Schwarz and Marcus Schütze from Schütze Solutions recently discussed local solar energy developments, highlighting the vast potential and current shortfalls.
Indonesia boasts over 200 GW of solar potential, yet only 211 MW of solar panels was installed in 2021. Schwarz and Schütze, speaking at a session focused on rooftop systems, stressed the need to accelerate local solar installation. They presented a future outlook, aiming to provide a comprehensive view of Indonesia's solar development.
Despite the immense potential, Indonesia currently lacks the capability to manufacture solar panels, relying entirely on imports. This dependence on foreign production is a hurdle the country must overcome to fully harness its solar power potential.
Indonesia's solar energy transition is underway, driven by increasing domestic electricity demand and a commitment to phasing out coal. Experts have outlined a path to accelerate local solar installation, but challenges such as the lack of domestic manufacturing capability must be addressed to fully realise Indonesia's vast solar potential.
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