Skip to content

Government of Indonesia

Kementerian Koordinator Bidang Kemaritiman dan Investasi

Indonesia is in the process of transitioning to a more sustainable and low-carbon energy system. Indonesia has a large potential for renewable energy, particularly in the areas of geothermal, hydro, and biomass energy. However, the country has also faced significant challenges in implementing its energy transition, including a lack of investment in renewable energy, limited grid infrastructure, and a reliance on fossil fuels for power generation.

An energy hub for renewable energy refers to a centralized system that integrates various renewable energy sources, energy storage technologies, and other energy components to efficiently manage and distribute renewable energy. It serves as a hub where renewable energy generation, storage, and distribution are coordinated and optimized.

An energy hub can facilitate the integration of intermittent renewable energy sources by managing their variability and ensuring a reliable supply of electricity. It can also enable the conversion of surplus renewable energy into other forms, such as hydrogen production through electrolysis, or storing energy in batteries or other storage systems for later use.

Energy hubs often involve advanced technologies and smart grid infrastructure to enable effective control, monitoring, and management of energy flows. They can also incorporate demand response mechanisms to align energy consumption with renewable energy availability.

By leveraging the flexibility and versatility of renewable energy sources, energy hubs play a crucial role in maximizing the utilization and efficiency of renewable energy resources, supporting grid stability, and promoting the transition to a more sustainable energy system.