The Ministry of Environment and Forestry (KLHBPLH) has identified seven regional agglomerations across six provinces for the development of Waste-to-Energy (PSEL) technology. Minister of Environment Hanif Faisol Nurofiq confirmed that the government has chosen the incinerator system for final waste processing facilities handling more than 1,000 tons of waste per day.
Following field verification with the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Danantara, and PT PLN (Persero), the government recommended seven locations for PSEL construction. These include Yogyakarta Raya, Denpasar Raya, Bogor Raya, Bekasi Raya, Tangerang Raya, Medan Raya, and Semarang Raya.
Each selected area represents a major waste-generating hub with the potential to implement large-scale, integrated waste management systems that convert waste into renewable energy.
Bali’s PSEL Project Set for Benoa Port
In Bali, the provincial government has entered into an initial agreement with PT Pelabuhan Indonesia (Persero) to allocate up to six hectares of land at Benoa Port for the establishment of the PSEL facility. The collaboration aims to modernize waste management while simultaneously generating environmentally friendly electricity.
Governor of Bali, Wayan Koster, explained in a meeting with the Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal, and Security Affairs that the waste processed at the facility will primarily originate from Denpasar City and Badung Regency. These two regions generate the largest volume of waste on the island and are central to Bali’s urban and tourism activities.
Supporting Clean Energy and Sustainable Tourism
According to official statements, the partnership is expected to support local environmental management efforts, accelerate the clean energy transition, and contribute to the development of an integrated world-class maritime tourism area.
Governor Koster noted that the provincial government is also preparing local regulations to support the implementation of the project, which will be processed through Danantara before being submitted to the relevant ministries for final approval.
The initiative aligns with national objectives to promote sustainable energy solutions and modern waste management practices across Indonesia’s urban centers.
Addressing Long-Standing Waste Issues
Governor Koster acknowledged that Bali, as a major tourism destination, continues to face significant environmental challenges due to rapid development and population growth. He pointed out that the existing waste management system has relied heavily on collection and dumping without proper processing, leading to severe waste accumulation at the Suwung landfill site in Denpasar.
He emphasized that the upcoming PSEL facility represents a major step toward solving this persistent issue by reducing waste volume and converting it into energy.
Next Steps
The Bali Provincial Government will finalize local regulations and complete administrative preparations in coordination with Danantara and the Ministry of Environment and Forestry. Once approved, construction at Benoa Port will begin under the national PSEL framework, marking a significant advancement in Bali’s shift toward sustainable waste and energy management.
