UNAIR NEWS – The construction of nuclear power plants (NPPs) between 2030 and 2032 is seen as a strategic move to address national energy challenges. According to the 2025–2034 General Plan for Electricity Supply (RUPTL), nuclear energy is projected to contribute 1 gigawatt to the national power supply. Dr. Rumayya emphasized that the reliability of nuclear energy offers a key advantage, especially for regions outside Java that remain vulnerable to blackouts.
Role in industry
In its first five years, NPP development is expected to stimulate GDP growth in the construction and industrial sectors, generate up to 30,000 jobs, reduce electricity prices, enhance national industrial competitiveness, and create thousands of new positions in manufacturing and energy-related fields.
Impact on electricity tariffs
The efficiency of nuclear power could potentially reduce electricity rates to around Rp1,000 per kilowatt-hour. However, there is a notable risk of construction cost overruns. At an estimated $0.12 USD/kWh, nuclear power remains more expensive than PLN’s current average production cost of $0.07 USD/kWh.
Regulatory challenges
Key challenges include the need for a highly skilled workforce in advanced technology, the readiness of domestic supporting industries, and the safe and efficient management of nuclear waste.
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