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Indonesia Launches 5.3 GW Solar Power Surge
25 Aug
Summary
- President Prabowo Subianto inaugurated 14 solar power plants.
- The new solar capacity totals 5.3 gigawatts nationwide.
- Indonesia aims for 100 GW of solar by 2029.

On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto marked a significant milestone in the nation's energy transition. He officially inaugurated 14 new solar power plant projects across the country.
These newly commissioned facilities boast a combined capacity of 5.3 gigawatts. This initiative is a crucial step towards Indonesia's broader objective of developing 100 GW of new solar capacity by the year 2029.
The expansion directly supports the nation's commitment to decreasing its dependence on fossil fuels, which contribute to climate change.