Pros and Cons of Geothermal Energy
Geothermal energy is a renewable energy source that can help reduce dependence on fossil fuels. In Indonesia, geothermal is already used for power generation and is the third-largest contributor to new and renewable energy (NRE) after hydropower and bioenergy. One advantage of geothermal energy is its ability to generate electricity at a relatively steady rate, […]
Is Geothermal Energy Renewable? Here’s What to Know
As a country located in the Pacific Ring of Fire, Indonesia has geological conditions that strongly support the formation of geothermal resources. According to 2026 data from Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Indonesia has geothermal potential of about 23.2 GW spread across many regions, from Sumatra, Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, Sulawesi, and […]
The Hidden Drawbacks of Geothermal Energy
Geothermal energy comes from heat beneath the Earth’s surface and is used to generate electricity. Hot fluid, either water or steam, is brought up from underground reservoirs to drive turbines and generators. According to Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Indonesia’s installed geothermal power capacity reached about 2,744 MW in 2025. This shows that […]
