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Pertamina to balance energy transition, security in net zero push

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

When the energy transition process occurs, the demand for energy will also increase, she pointed out.

Key Points: 
  • When the energy transition process occurs, the demand for energy will also increase, she pointed out.
  • Widyawati then described several strategies carried out by Pertamina to overcome the challenges faced in balancing efforts to realize the energy transition for sustainability, including net zero emissions, with measures to maintain energy security.
  • "To achieve net zero emission (NZE) aspirations while maintaining energy security in Indonesia, Pertamina has developed some comprehensive strategies that are delivered through two main pillars and three medium-term strategies," she informed.
  • Apart from the capital investment strategy, Pertamina is also collaborating with various parties to accelerate the achievement of green energy targets.

PGE to increase GPP capacity in South Sumatra for NZE

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

JAKARTA, Nov 16, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) expressed readiness to increase the geothermal power plant (GPP) capacity in South Sumatra in a bid to support the realization of net zero emission (NZE) in Indonesia.

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  • JAKARTA, Nov 16, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGE) expressed readiness to increase the geothermal power plant (GPP) capacity in South Sumatra in a bid to support the realization of net zero emission (NZE) in Indonesia.
  • The project site is located in the districts of Muara Enim and Ogan Komering Ulu in South Sumatra Province.
  • GPP capacity of 55 MW, which will be generated from Unit 2 of the GPP in the province, will increase PGE's total installed GPP capacity, after earlier some 55 MW generated from the Lumut Balai Unit 1 Project that became operational in 2019.
  • A total of 672 MW of geothermal capacity is operated and managed directly by PGE, and some 1,205 MW is managed under the Joint Operation Contract scenario.

Pertamina supports NZE realization through decarbonization initiatives

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

JAKARTA, Nov 15, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - State-owned energy company PT Pertamina committed to support the Indonesian government to achieve net zero emissions (NZE) by 2060 through the decarbonization initiatives program currently implemented by the company.

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  • JAKARTA, Nov 15, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - State-owned energy company PT Pertamina committed to support the Indonesian government to achieve net zero emissions (NZE) by 2060 through the decarbonization initiatives program currently implemented by the company.
  • At the discussion, Purba delivered a presentation on "Decarbonizing the ASEAN Way - Harnessing the Collective Actions of ASEAN Private Sectors Driving Net-Zero: Pertamina's Overarching Plan in Decarbonization".
  • "At the same time, Indonesia has a strong commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2060, and Pertamina as a state-owned company fully supports this commitment," Purba said.
  • He further added that Pertamina views the energy transition effort as a good opportunity to build a green business.

Pertamina, ExxonMobil agree to develop CCS for decarbonization

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Pertamina and ExxonMobil have signed a cooperation agreement for developing carbon capture and storage (CCS) as part of efforts to reduce carbon emissions while supporting economic growth.

Key Points: 
  • Pertamina and ExxonMobil have signed a cooperation agreement for developing carbon capture and storage (CCS) as part of efforts to reduce carbon emissions while supporting economic growth.
  • The Indonesian government is working on developing regulations that support carbon capture and storage (CCS) and starting discussions with governments in other regions, he added.
  • The fastest way to ensure the transition to new renewable energy and decarbonization in Indonesia is through partnerships, she emphasized.
  • The discovery of the great potential of CO2 has become an opportunity for the development of the CCS business and decarbonization efforts in Indonesia.

COP27 inspires global community to tackle climate change: Pertamina

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Monday, November 14, 2022

JAKARTA, Nov 14, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - The UN Climate Change Conference (COP27) 2022 can inspire the global community and all parties to increase contribution to tackling climate change, according to Senior Vice President of Strategy and Investment of Pertamina Daniel Purba.

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  • JAKARTA, Nov 14, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - The UN Climate Change Conference (COP27) 2022 can inspire the global community and all parties to increase contribution to tackling climate change, according to Senior Vice President of Strategy and Investment of Pertamina Daniel Purba.
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    "Sometimes when we work only focusing on our own sector, we never think about a global point of view.
  • Reducing carbon emissions is one of the ways to tackle climate change, Purba added.
  • "I hope that after the implementation of COP27, everyone will realize that they have to play a role in saving the Earth.

TF ESC-B20 creates first green industrial area in Southeast Asia

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Sunday, November 13, 2022

JAKARTA, Nov 14, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - The Energy, Sustainability, and Climate Business 20 Task Force (TF ESC-B20) has successfully created the First Green Industrial Area in Southeast Asia.

Key Points: 
  • JAKARTA, Nov 14, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - The Energy, Sustainability, and Climate Business 20 Task Force (TF ESC-B20) has successfully created the First Green Industrial Area in Southeast Asia.
  • In a statement released on Saturday, the green industry area acts as an industrial decarbonization effort, which has become an important step not only for the industry but also the cluster.
  • Chair of the TF ESC-B20 Nicke Widyawati said that supporting decarbonization will accelerate the achievement of net zero emission that is targeted by Indonesia in 2060.
  • Supporting the development of green industry clusters will also attract more foreign investment in the future, encouraging national economic growth and create jobs.

Pertamina striving to decarbonize business to tackle climate change

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Sunday, November 13, 2022

JAKARTA, Nov 13, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Pertamina is making efforts to decarbonize its business and develop green businesses to support global climate change mitigation and the achievement of Indonesia's 2060 net-zero emissions target.

Key Points: 
  • JAKARTA, Nov 13, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Pertamina is making efforts to decarbonize its business and develop green businesses to support global climate change mitigation and the achievement of Indonesia's 2060 net-zero emissions target.
  • "We have two main ways for dealing with climate change; first, we have to decarbonize our carbon assets and business," Senior Vice President of Strategy and Investment at Pertamina Daniel S. Purba said.
  • To decarbonize its business, Pertamina has started to change its business portfolio by promoting low-carbon energy as well as new and renewable energy at its existing businesses and operations, Purba informed.
  • Thus, the company's revenue will continue to flow even though the carbon business will be reduced and the company has started to decarbonize its business, Daniel explained.

Pertamina, Keppel, Chevron to explore green hydrogen projects

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Saturday, November 12, 2022

JAKARTA, Nov 12, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Pertamina NRE, Keppel Infrastructure, and Chevron have signed an agreement to explore green hydrogen and green ammonia development projects in Indonesia, primarily in Sumatra.

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  • JAKARTA, Nov 12, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Pertamina NRE, Keppel Infrastructure, and Chevron have signed an agreement to explore green hydrogen and green ammonia development projects in Indonesia, primarily in Sumatra.
  • Pertamina NRE, Keppel Infrastructure, and Chevron have signed an agreement to explore green hydrogen and green ammonia development projects in Indonesia, specifically Sumatra.
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    "The development of green hydrogen and green ammonia has an important role in Indonesia's Net Zero Emissions road map," Pertamina NRE CEO Dannif Danusaputro said on Saturday.
  • Therefore, she said she is pleased to be working with industry leaders, Pertamina and Chevron, to explore the prime use of geothermal energy and other new renewable energy for developing green hydrogen and green ammonia projects.

Pertamina turns to nature-based solutions to balance climate, energy

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Friday, November 11, 2022

JAKARTA, Nov 11, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - State-owned energy company PT Pertamina has prepared some strategies to balance climate resilience and energy security, which include the development of nature-based solutions.

Key Points: 
  • JAKARTA, Nov 11, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - State-owned energy company PT Pertamina has prepared some strategies to balance climate resilience and energy security, which include the development of nature-based solutions.
  • The decarbonization measures taken by the company have included pushing energy efficiency, zero-flare oil and gas activities, and carbon capture and utilization.
  • "Some other measures include increasing green electricity in Indonesia, building the electric vehicle ecosystem, and developing nature-based solutions," Muraza added.
  • However, synergy is needed between nature-based solutions and the energy sector, and both should go hand-in-hand.

Aim to become world-class geothermal electricity producer: Pertamina

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

JAKARTA, Nov 10, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - State-owned energy company PT Pertamina is seeking to become a world-class player in green electricity generation based on geothermal energy by pursuing a number of technological innovations to increase geothermal utilization.

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  • JAKARTA, Nov 10, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - State-owned energy company PT Pertamina is seeking to become a world-class player in green electricity generation based on geothermal energy by pursuing a number of technological innovations to increase geothermal utilization.
  • PT Pertamina Geothermal Energi (PGE) develops geothermal energy in Ulubelu Area in Tanggamus, Lampung.
  • Therefore, Pertamina sees a great opportunity to further increase the capacity of geothermal utilization in the country to generate green electricity, he added.
  • Moreover, Pertamina will increase its geothermal capacity, which was recorded at 672 megawatts (MW) in 2020, to 1,128 MW by 2026.