Indonesia

As Indonesia accelerates its energy transition, its power sector regulations must be modernized to handle the scale and complexity of variable renewables like solar and wind. While the country’s integrated Grid and Distribution Codes ensure basic system reliability, they were not designed for high-penetration clean energy; the Distribution Code has not been revised since 2009, and the 2020 Grid Code requires urgent updates to support modern additions like Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across the archipelago’s dispersed network. To address this challenge, the Directorate General of Electricity and PLN are revising both codes to align with national climate goals. The Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership (ETP) has stepped in to fill a critical gap; providing the crucial technical and coordination support necessary to finalize these revisions.

By driving this modernization framework, ETP is directly enabling a more reliable, efficient, and low-carbon energy future for Indonesia. ETP’s intervention will deliver updated grid codes that improve system reliability, minimize power losses, and enhance overall power quality for high-penetration renewable integration. Furthermore, by establishing a clear and modernized regulatory environment, ETP’s support will help attract new green investments, foster market competition, and spur energy innovation. Ultimately, these updated frameworks will catalyze the deployment of smart grids and empower consumers, strengthening Indonesia’s long-term energy security and sustainability as a fundamental pillar of its regional energy transition.

Implementing Partners

Niras Consulting

In partnership with

Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR)

Strategic Outcome

Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure

Project Documents

This project is currently underway. Related publications and reports will be made available in due course.