The Indonesian government has launched a major solar power development program with a planned total capacity of 100 gigawatt-peak (GWp). The nationwide initiative, which will be developed across multiple regions, is estimated to require investment of up to US$73 billion, or more than IDR 1,140 trillion.
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said the project would be implemented on a massive scale to maximize Indonesia’s year-round solar energy potential. The program is also expected to reduce reliance on diesel-fired power plants and lower fuel consumption for electricity generation.
“The President’s plan to develop 100 GW of solar power will require approximately US$73 billion, or more than IDR 1,140 trillion,” Bahlil said during the inauguration of the 100 GWp Solar Power Plant program in Jembrana Regency, Bali, on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. “From this project, we can achieve annual subsidy savings of IDR 73.9 trillion.”
Beyond fiscal efficiency, the program is expected to create substantial employment opportunities. The government estimates that the construction and development of solar infrastructure could generate approximately 5.52 million jobs across Indonesia.
“This could create around 5.52 million jobs. Today, we are marking the groundbreaking of a 5.3 GW project, including more than 1,000 MW in Bali, supported by battery storage,” Bahlil said.
The 100 GWp solar program is also projected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by up to 140 million tons of carbon dioxide annually. According to Bahlil, the resulting carbon economic value could contribute an additional IDR 6.31 trillion to state revenue each year. President Prabowo Subianto has challenged the energy sector to accelerate the project’s completion beyond the original three-year target. He expressed confidence that the 100 GWp capacity could be achieved in less than three years, and potentially within two years.
“I believe that in less than three years, we will reach 100 GW. Right?” Prabowo said at the event.
He emphasized that the project is strategically important for strengthening Indonesia’s energy independence, particularly by reducing dependence on imported crude oil and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Prabowo also compared the planned solar capacity with Indonesia’s current total installed electricity capacity, which stands at approximately 88 GW from various energy sources.
“Indonesia’s total electricity capacity is currently 88 GW. We will build 100 GW, and we are serious about this,” he said. “Our target is 100 GW in three years.”
Prabowo said the government must pursue tangible progress to improve public welfare amid global energy challenges. He cited the accelerated achievement of food self-sufficiency targets as a reason for optimism that the energy program could also be completed ahead of schedule.
According to data from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, the initial phase covers 14 strategic projects with a combined capacity of 5,216 MWp. Projects ready for tender include the Jatiluhur Floating Solar Power Plant (1,688 MWp), Cirata Floating Solar Power Plant (1,250 MWp), Jatigede Floating Solar Power Plant (636 MWp), Madura Cluster Solar Power Plant and Battery Energy Storage System (605 MWp), and Gilimanuk Solar Power Plant in Bali (300 MWp). Meanwhile, projects under construction or at the groundbreaking stage include solar power plants in Banyuwangi, Pasuruan, Gajah Mungkur, Karangkates, Saguling, Tembesi, Sembur Village, and Rengit Island.
August 26, 2026, CNBC Indonesia
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