The Role of Battery Energy Storage Systems and Market Integration in Indonesia’s Zero Emission Vision
Publication Name
Economics, Law, and Institutions in Asia Pacific
Abstract
Indonesia has committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2060, with emphasis on the electricity sector eliminating harmful gas emissions by that year. Using the Balmorel energy model, this study simulated the impact of the target on optimal capacity expansion, electricity production mix, emissions, and electricity supply costs across 230 grid systems. The results indicate the substantial benefits of integrating solar photovoltaics (PV) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Solar energy sees a remarkable capacity increase, reaching 288.7 GWp by 2060. Other renewable sources, including hydro and wind energies, also exhibited significant growth, increasing from 6.2 GW and 130 MW in 2030 to 29.4 GW and 22.5 GW, respectively, by 2060. Intermittent renewables’ growth necessitates a rise in BESS capacity from 1 MW in 2022 to 73.4 GW by 2060. The study also underscores to replace phased-out coal-fired power plants with nuclear power by 2060. The study concludes with policy implications arising from these findings.
Open Access Status
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Volume
Part F2208
First Page
121
Last Page
143
Funding Number
ERIA-RD/RA-1-1-2212/ 04/FY22
Funding Sponsor
Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional