By: Nur Hakim)*
Danantara, as the Investment Management Agency of Daya Anagata Nusantara, is now present as the new backbone in strengthening national energy infrastructure through targeted funding focused on strategic projects. Its presence is not just an institutional discourse, but a real manifestation of the government’s commitment to answering the challenges of the energy transition and pushing Indonesia’s energy sovereignty to a higher level.
Under the leadership of President Prabowo Subianto, this major step is designed to ensure that Indonesia’s abundant energy potential, both from fossil sources and new renewable energy, can be optimized and utilized for national interests and global contributions. Through Danantara, investment is no longer sporadic or short-term, but is directed strategically to accelerate the growth of the energy sector while supporting the grand vision towards zero carbon emissions.
President Prabowo Subianto stated that Indonesia has very large energy reserves, both from fossil sources and new renewable energy. According to him, Danantara as a strategic investment entity has been prepared to take part in national-scale energy projects. The preparation of large funds through Danantara is called a concrete step by the government in responding to challenges and opportunities for future energy, which are now increasingly accessible thanks to technological advances.
Indonesia’s potential in the renewable energy sector such as geothermal, solar, water, wind and ocean waves is considered very abundant. Cutting-edge technology now allows for more optimal utilization of these resources. With full confidence, Prabowo said that in the near future Indonesia will not only be energy independent, but will also be able to become an energy supplier for the world.
He also encouraged cross-party collaboration and called on industry players and investors from all over the world to take advantage of the great opportunities in the national energy sector. Prabowo believes that with the support of strategic investments such as those raised by Danantara, the national energy ecosystem can grow sustainably and benefit all parties.
The statement received support from the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia. He emphasized that his ministry is ready to carry out the President’s directives regarding the energy transition and achieving national energy sovereignty. As part of the national economic team, Bahlil emphasized that he will regulate which sectors need to be prioritized in the Danantara investment scheme, so that each funded project can have a maximum impact on national energy security.
He also added that the government has prepared technical schemes such as a profit-sharing system or gross split in the upstream oil and gas industry which is considered more economical for business actors. According to him, the debate so far between cost recovery and gross split can be answered with a new, more accommodating policy formulation, especially in terms of the need for expansion capital for old wells. The government offers sweeteners or policy incentives that can ease the burden of investment while encouraging increased oil and gas lifting capacity without harming contractors.
Meanwhile, Minister of Investment and Head of the Investment Coordinating Board, Rosan Roeslani, emphasized that investment in the clean energy sector is now an important priority in the framework of achieving national economic growth of 8 percent by 2029. He stated that the government remains committed to the net zero emissions target by 2060, even seeking to advance it to 2050. This step is believed to be able to run parallel with encouraging sustainable investment in the energy sector.
Rosan also said that Indonesia has a renewable energy potential of 3,700 gigawatts, but only about 14.4 gigawatts have been installed. This means that the opportunity for growth in this sector is still very large. According to him, various types of renewable energy such as solar, hydro, bioenergy, wind, and geothermal have significant development potential. Especially for geothermal, Indonesia is even listed as one of the countries with the largest reserves in the world, especially in the Java and Sumatra regions.
As CEO of Danantara, Rosan sees that investment steps in the energy sector are not only important for achieving the zero carbon emission target, but also have a broad positive impact. Policy and regulatory reforms continue to be carried out so that investment entering Indonesia runs well, is transparent, and produces added value for the national economy. He believes that the transformation of the energy sector will not only create new jobs, but also make Indonesia more resilient and competitive globally.
All elements of government appear solid in making this major agenda a success. Danantara’s role is an important instrument that connects the direction of national policy with long-term strategic interests in strengthening energy infrastructure. A targeted investment approach is considered capable of accelerating the energy transition process, optimizing local potential, and making Indonesia one of the main players in the global energy sector.
With the involvement of various ministries and institutions and support from the private and international sectors, this initiative is not just a discourse, but a real transformation agenda. Through multi-sector collaboration, Indonesia is believed to be able to accelerate economic growth while maintaining its commitment to environmental sustainability and energy independence.
Therefore, there is no reason to delay involvement in the national energy transformation. This momentum is an open invitation for anyone who wants to be part of a major change towards an Indonesia that is energy independent, globally competitive, and committed to sustainability.
)* The author is a contributor to Pertiwi Institutee
