The Indonesian government is selecting sites in western regions and elsewhere for nuclear power plants. Last year, the parliament confirmed nuclear energy as a new energy option, and the Prabowo government will advance it. Plans include nuclear plants of various capacities, with large 1-2 GW plants in the west and small modular reactors (SMRs) to serve small industries. Previously abandoned due to the rise of renewable energy, the nuclear plan has been revived now due to energy demand and geopolitical factors. Discussions stalled during the Susilo era are being reconsidered. According to the national energy policy, the first nuclear plant will operate in 2032 with a capacity of 250 MW, falling under SMR category, with construction taking about 5 years, while large plants will need 7-10 years. Indonesia's nuclear power development is progressing steadily.
The Indonesian government is selecting sites in western regions and elsewhere for nuclear power plants. Last year, the parliament confirmed nuclear energy as a new energy option, and the Prabowo government will advance it. Plans include nuclear plants of various capacities, with large 1-2 GW plants in the west and small modular reactors (SMRs) to serve small industries. Previously abandoned due to the rise of renewable energy, the nuclear plan has been revived now due to energy demand and geopolitical factors. Discussions stalled during the Susilo era are being reconsidered. According to the national energy policy, the first nuclear plant will operate in 2032 with a capacity of 250 MW, falling under SMR category, with construction taking about 5 years, while large plants will need 7-10 years. Indonesia's nuclear power development is progressing steadily.