PLTU Banten 3 - Teluk Naga/Lontar: 945 MW Coal Power Plant in Banten, Indonesia

PLTU Banten 3 - Teluk Naga/Lontar is a coal-fired power plant located in Banten, Indonesia, with a capacity of 945 MW. The plant is owned by PLN and Dongfang Electric Corp PT Dalle Energy and is currently operational. It plays a significant role in meeting the electricity demand of the Java-Bali interconnection system, the largest power grid in Indonesia. The plant uses coal as its primary fuel, a common choice in Indonesia due to abundant domestic coal reserves. With a capacity of 945 MW, it falls into the large-scale category for coal power plants in the region. The facility operates under Indonesia's national environmental regulations, which set emission standards for SOx, NOx, and particulates, though enforcement and monitoring vary. As a major coal-fired facility, PLTU Banten 3 contributes to the local energy supply but also faces environmental challenges typical of coal power, including CO2 emissions and air pollutants. Its location near the coast facilitates fuel delivery via sea routes. The plant's operation supports industrial and residential growth in Banten and surrounding areas.

The plant's coal combustion releases CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, impacting local air quality. Proximity to populated areas in Banten increases exposure risks. Older coal plants typically have higher emission intensities. Indonesia's regulatory framework includes emission standards, but compliance and monitoring can be inconsistent.