Overview
PLTGB Tanjung Batu is a 2 MW gas power plant in Indonesia, operated by PLN under a lease agreement. The facility supports local grid stability in East Kalimantan.
PLTGB Tanjung Batu is a gas-fired power plant located in Indonesia, with an installed capacity of 2 megawatts. The facility is owned by PLN under a lease arrangement and is currently operational, contributing to the regional power supply in East Kalimantan. As a small-scale gas power plant, PLTGB Tanjung Batu operates with relatively lower emissions compared to coal-fired plants. Indonesia's power sector is regulated under national standards, including emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulates. The plant plays a role in meeting local electricity demand, particularly in areas not connected to the main Java-Bali grid. Its small capacity makes it suitable for distributed generation, reducing transmission losses and supporting energy access in remote regions. The use of natural gas as fuel aligns with Indonesia's efforts to diversify its energy mix and reduce reliance on coal.
Environmental context
The plant's gas fuel type results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions per MWh compared to coal. Its small capacity (2 MW) limits overall environmental impact. Located in East Kalimantan, the facility operates in a region with tropical climate and significant biodiversity. Small gas plants are often sited near load centers to minimize transmission losses.
Frequently asked questions
PLTGB Tanjung Batu is located in Indonesia, specifically in the East Kalimantan region, with approximate coordinates -0.500000, 117.150000.
PLTGB Tanjung Batu has an installed capacity of 2 megawatts, making it a small-scale gas power plant.
The plant is owned by PLN under a lease agreement. PLN is the state-owned electricity company in Indonesia.
Gas power plants in Indonesia must comply with national emission standards set by the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulates. The sector is also guided by the National Energy Policy.
As a small distributed generation plant, PLTGB Tanjung Batu helps meet local electricity demand in East Kalimantan, reducing transmission losses and supporting grid stability in areas not connected to the main Java-Bali grid.