International Journal of Renewable Energy Development
Vol 13, No 1 (2024): January 2024

Assessing the potential tsunami source of the Manila trench at the Bengkayang nuclear power plant site in Kalimantan using topographical details

Sugeng Pribadi (Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency)
Widjo Kongko (Research Center for Hydrodynamic Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency)
Nurkhalis Rahili (Research Center for Hydrodynamic Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency)
Fauzi Fauzi (Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency)
Hadi Suntoko (Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency)
Sapto Nugroho (Research Center for Hydrodynamic Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency)
Sunarko Sunarko (Indonesian Nuclear Technology Polytechnic, National Research and Innovation Agency)
Telly Kurniawan (Meteorological, Climatological, and Geophysical Agency)
Euis Etty Alhakim (Research Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology, National Research and Innovation Agency)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jan 2024

Abstract

Tsunamis pose a significant threat to the construction of Nuclear Power Plants. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out a comprehensive study regarding the potential threat of tsunamis and mitigation measures using detailed data at prospective locations. This assessment is a prerequisite for effective environmental impact planning and analysis. To determine the suitability of a prospective location, careful consideration of natural factors, including earthquakes as triggers for tsunamis, is essential. The main objective of this tsunami research is to assess the level of safety of potential locations against tsunami hazards and develop appropriate mitigation strategies. This research uses the Cornell Multigrid Coupled Tsunami (COMCOT) tsunami modeling technique. This modeling approach utilizes topographic and bathymetric data obtained through extensive field surveys. In addition, this research aims to determine the maximum tsunami height in the inundation area and identify potential tsunami hazards arising from various scenarios related to the active tectonic potential of the Philippine Manila Trench. The Bengkayang Gosong Beach area and West Kalimantan are among the candidate locations that may be affected with the estimated tsunami height being between 0.48 meters and 0.62 meters. The tsunami arrival time was between 9 hours 10 minutes to 9 hours 24 minutes. These findings play an important role in conducting comprehensive risk assessments for nuclear power plant development, ensuring that necessary steps are taken to reduce potential hazards associated with tsunamis.

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Journal Info

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ijred

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Control & Systems Engineering Earth & Planetary Sciences Electrical & Electronics Engineering Energy Engineering

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The International Journal of Renewable Energy Development - (Int. J. Renew. Energy Dev.; p-ISSN: 2252-4940; e-ISSN:2716-4519) is an open access and peer-reviewed journal co-published by Center of Biomass and Renewable Energy (CBIORE) that aims to promote renewable energy researches and developments, ...