Indonesia is moving towards major hydrogen production by 2025
The Indonesian government aims to produce 198,408 tonnes pers annum (TPA) of hydrogen by 2025, backed by CTGI collaboration.
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), through the Directorate General of New Renewable Energy, and Energy Conservation (EBTKE), is moving forward to meet domestic and industrial demand while positioning Indonesia as a key player in the global hydrogen market.
Speaking at a core committee group discussion, Alhaqurahman (Faiq) Isa, Head of the ESDM hydrogen team, expressed confidence in meeting the 2025 target, citing that Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN) already produces 124,000 tonnes per annum (TPA).
With projected domestic demand at 19,270 TPA, the country is well-positioned to scale up production efficiently.
Indonesia’s long term hydrogen goals for 2035 are targeting a hydrogen production capacity of 1,693 Kilo-tonnes per annum (KTPA), significantly surpassing the projected demand of 593 KTPA. The industrial sector is expected to be the largest consumer, accounting for 563 KTPA.
The Ministry plans to gradually transition towards clean ammonia production, reducing reliance on fossil fuel-based ammonia to enhance sustainability and hydrogen fuel transportation.
Faiq stated: “Indonesia is currently the third-largest ammonia exporter globally, but much of it comes from fossil fuels. The focus now is on expanding clean ammonia production to align with global energy transition goals”.
Partnerships with global renewable energy players reinforce Indonesia’s commitment to clean energy development.
A recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) and CTGI Renewable Energy Partners.
CTGI Renewable Energy Partners, a subsidiary of China Three Gorges Asia-Africa Green Energy Investment Limited (CTGAAL), has been actively investing in green energy projects across Asia and Africa.
By the end of 2025, the company’s total assets are expected to surpass 100 billion yuan. Currently operating 16 power plants across Pakistan, Egypt, and Indonesia, CTGI plants have a total generation capacity of 3,750 MW.
In Indonesia alone, the company is set to manage seven renewable energy projects, further solidifying its presence in the region.
