Study of Prospecting NPP Cogeneration Potential as District Heating in Indonesia Muksin Aji Setiawan(a,b*)- Prof. Sidik Permana (a)- Dr. Topan Setiadipura (b)
(a) Nuclear Science and Engineering
Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences
Bandung Institute of Technology
Basic Science Center A Building
Jalan Ganesa 10, Bandung, 40132, Indonesia-
(b) Center for Nuclear Reactor Technology
Research Organization of Nuclear Energy
National Research and Innovation Agency
Jl. Kawasan PUSPIPTEK Serpong building 80
Tangerang Selatan, Banten, 15310, Indonesia
Abstract
Metropolitan City, such Jakarta as always linked to large population and huge energy consumption challenges. During working hours, up to 4 million people move around this city. These phenomena make energy demand pattern quiet slightly different compare to the satellite. The demand for energy spikes, especially in the summer months when air conditioning use surges, necessitating a reliable electricity supply. Currently reliant on coal as its primary energy source, Jakarta faces issues when coal availability is disrupted or economically unfeasible. This dependence becomes problematic when coal supply is disrupted or when coal is no longer economically viable. The use of coal also has negative long-term environmental impacts. To support the government^s goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions, there is a need to increase the use of renewable energy sources. Nuclear energy emerges as a potential option for adoption in Indonesia due to its substantial production capacity. Utilizing Nuclear Power Plants (NPPs) cogeneration aspect for district heating and cooling can reduce dependence on fossil fuels, particularly for cooling needs. This will lead to a reduction in air pollution resulting from fossil fuel combustion, resulting in improved air quality in Jakarta. This study evaluates the potential utilization of NPPs in the context of large cities in Indonesia, taking into consideration factors such as geography, population, economy, and environmental impact. Consequently, Jakarta is expected to move toward cleaner and more sustainable air quality.
Keywords: Energy Consumption- Energy Demand- Cogeneration- District Heating
