The Government of Indonesia has launched a massive floating solar plant on the Cirata Reservoir, 107 km southeast of Jakarta, marking a major step in its renewable energy transition. Covering 4 per cent of the reservoir’s surface, the plant consists of 13 arrays capable of generating 192 MW, making it the world’s third-largest floating solar installation.
The project was developed through a partnership between Indonesia’s state-owned utility company and UAE-based renewable firm Masdar. Currently, 12.3 per cent of Indonesia’s electricity comes from renewable sources, with plans to add 60GW by 2040, requiring an estimated USD172 billion in investment. Global efforts to scale up clean energy, including initiatives by the World Economic Forum, emphasise the need for substantial funding and collaboration to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.