Indonesia, through the Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas), has officially secured a USD 22 billion investment commitment from international partners to develop Green Sustainable Industrial Zones powered by large-scale solar energy. Partners include Equator Renewable Asia, Keppel Ltd, Vanda RE, and Gurin Energi. This marks the launch of Indonesia's first pilot project to build a fully integrated renewable energy ecosystem, expected to generate thousands of jobs and attract investments in key sectors such as electronics, semiconductors, biotechnology, data centers, and green hydrogen.
Deputy Minister of National Development Planning, Febrian Alphyanto Ruddyard, made the announcement during the Joint Statement and Business Forum at the Indonesian Pavilion, World Expo 2025 in Osaka. The initiative forms part of Indonesia's National Strategic Projects (PSN) and aligns with the 2026 Government Work Plan focused on food and energy sovereignty, and inclusive, productive economic growth. The flagship development will begin in the Riau Islands, including Batam, Bintan, and Tanjung Pinang, where solar power infrastructure will serve as the backbone. Febrian emphasized Indonesia’s strong commitment to clean energy transition, regulatory compliance, and inclusive economic progress. He welcomed collaborative opportunities in technology transfer, research partnerships, and sustainable investment. Indonesia envisions this initiative not only advancing emission reduction targets but also creating equitable economic benefits nationwide, paving the way for a competitive and green future.
