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Journal : PENDIPA Journal of Science Education

Peralihan Bahan Bakar Cofiring Batubara - Biomassa untuk Mengurangi Dampak Lingkungan: Studi Kasus PLTU Bukit Asam, Sumatera Selatan Widanti, Feraliza; Boedoyo, M. Sidik; Murtiana, Sri
PendIPA Journal of Science Education Vol 9 No 3 (2025): October
Publisher : UNIB Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/pendipa.9.3.781-789

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This study explores the implementation of coal and biomass co-firing at the Bukit Asam Power Plant in South Sumatra as a strategy to reduce the environmental impact of coal usage. Indonesia's coal resources are estimated to reach 104 billion tons, with domestic production in 2010 amounting to 240 million tons. The majority of coal is used for electricity generation, but global demand has experienced fluctuations, with declines in developed countries but significant growth in Asian countries. Coal, as a fossil fuel, has negative impacts on health and the environment, prompting the search for cleaner solutions like co-firing. Co-firing is the process of burning a mixture of coal and biomass, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas and pollutant emissions. The Bukit Asam Power Plant utilizes various types of biomass, such as rice husks and palm oil waste, with the appropriate biomass ratio for operational efficiency. This research shows that co-firing can significantly reduce CO₂, SO₂, and NOₓ emissions, as well as provide local economic benefits by empowering communities through biomass utilization. These findings are relevant to Indonesia's energy and environmental policies, supporting the transition towards more sustainable energy, and providing recommendations for policymakers in developing climate change mitigation strategies in the energy sector.
Strategi Produksi Woodchip Secara Berkelanjutan di Pulau Jawa dalam Mendukung Diversifikasi Sumber Energi dan Transisi Energi Supriyadi, Imam; Thamrin, Suyono; Laksmono, Rudy; Murtiana, Sri
PendIPA Journal of Science Education Vol 10 No 2 (2026): April - June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/pendipa.10.2.329-344

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Indonesia’s energy security faces structural challenges due to the dominance of coal in the national energy mix, leading to sustainability risks and increased greenhouse gas emissions. To achieve the 23% renewable energy target by 2025, the government promotes biomass utilization through co-firing in coal-fired power plants. However, its implementation remains constrained by limited sustainable biomass supply and inefficient supply chain systems. This study aims to formulate an optimal allocation strategy for woodchip production in Java as a primary biomass source to support co-firing implementation. The methodology integrates spatial analysis using the Center of Gravity approach and SWOT analysis to develop an integrated development strategy. Key indicators include biomass availability, transportation accessibility, proximity to demand centers, and policy support. The results indicate that Java has a biomass residue potential of 143.58 million tons annually, yet faces a significant land gap of 189,849 hectares for energy plantations. Supply chain optimization reduces delivery time by up to 44% and logistics costs by 38%, with an optimal distribution radius of 80 km serving 16 coal-fired power plants with a total capacity of 14,645 MW. The proposed integrated strategy includes capacity expansion, land intensification, feedstock diversification, and supply chain efficiency through multi-stakeholder collaboration. Overall, the strategy ensures a sustainable biomass supply of 10.2 million tons by 2025 without additional deforestation. The integration of woodchip in co-firing contributes to a 15% reduction in CO₂ emissions and improved plant efficiency, thereby accelerating energy transition, strengthening energy security, and supporting Indonesia’s Net Zero Emission 2060 target.