Unraveling the Sustainability Footprint: A Descriptive Analysis of Co-firing Technologies for Advancing Energy Transition in Indonesia
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Rachmawan Budiarto, Dwi Novitasari, Ayesha Rida Izzati, Wangi Pandan Sari
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Department of Nuclear Engineering and Engineering Physics, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada , Jl Grafika No 2 Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia; Center for Energy Studies Universitas Gadjah Mada , Sekip Blok K1-A Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia
Department of Electrical and Information Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada , Jl Grafika No 2 Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia; Center for Energy Studies Universitas Gadjah Mada , Sekip Blok K1-A Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia
The Faculty of Applied Science, University of British Columbia , 2332 Main Mall Vancouver, BC Canada, V6T 1Z4
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada , Jl Grafika No 2 Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia; Center for Energy Studies Universitas Gadjah Mada , Sekip Blok K1-A Yogyakarta 55281, Indonesia
Indonesia has ambitious renewable energy goals of achieving 23% utilisation of renewable energy in primary energy mix by 2025 and 31% by 2050. To reduce emissions, the government plans to phase out Coal-Fired Power Plants (PLTU) by 2030 and adopt co-firing technology to decrease coal usage. Co-firing involves burning renewable materials alongside fossil fuels to reduce carbon emissions. However, concerns have arisen regarding this method’s sustainability, considering the environmental impact of various biomass sources. This research utilises a descriptive analysis method to examine and assess the critical sustainability factors related to co-firing in Indonesia. While biomass can help mitigate GHG emissions, a comprehensive assessment of net emissions from the biomass process is crucial. Careful planning and policies for co-firing implementation are essential to mitigate negative effects and promote a greener future for Indonesia.
