Nuclear Energy: A Strategic Path Towards Indonesia^s Sustainable Energy Future Nining Yuningsih1, Indah Rosidah Maemunah2, Fisca Dian Utami3
1 SMAN 5 Sukabumi, Indonesia
2 National Research and Innovation Agency, Indonesia
3 Politeknik Transportasi Sungai, Danau, dan Penyeberangan Palembang, Palembang, Indonesia
Abstract
Indonesia^s evolving energy landscape highlights nuclear energy as a viable solution for future energy demands. Nuclear power offers a reliable and sustainable alternative, crucial for balancing increasing urban energy consumption and variable rural needs. This study underscores nuclear energy^s potential role in meeting Indonesia^s future energy requirements, stressing the necessity of strategic energy policy planning to align with these projections.
Comparing energy sources like oil, gas, and nuclear power plants reveals nuclear energy^s robustness as an alternative. A 1000 MWth nuclear power plant can fulfill approximately 46-53% of the energy demands in Nusa Tenggara, Maluku, and Papua. Moreover, nuclear power boasts minimal carbon emissions, approximately 0.029 kg/kWh, positioning it favorably in achieving Indonesia^s 2060 energy targets and fostering a sustainable energy future.
