Project Summary
The Musi Hydropower Plant (PLTA Musi) is a large-scale renewable energy project located on the upper banks of the Musi River, near the port city of Bengkulu, Sumatra. This project harnesses the kinetic energy of the river’s flow to generate clean electricity for communities in Sumatra.

General Information

• Project Name: VCS487 210 MW Musi Hydro Power Plant, Bengkulu
• Location: Kepahiang, Bengkulu, Sumatra, Indonesia
• Solution Type: Hydropower Plant
• Project Partner: PT PLN (Persero)
• Scale: Large
• Methodology: ACM0002
• Standard: Verified Carbon Unit (VCU)
• Registry: Verra 487

Technical Specifications

• Installed Capacity: 210 MW
• Annual Electricity Production: Over 765,000 MWh
• Type of Plant: Run-of-river (River Flow)
• Sectoral Scope: Renewable Energy

Environmental Benefits

1. Clean Energy:
   • Generates over 765,000 MWh of renewable electricity annually.
   • Reduces reliance on fossil fuels.
2. Forest Conservation:
   • Reforestation programs in nearby watershed areas.
   • Protects the unique ecosystems of Sumatra’s tropical forests.

Social Benefits

1. Electricity Access:
   • Supplies electricity to over 700,000 residents annually.
2. Job Opportunities:
   • Creates quality employment opportunities for local communities.
   • Provides skill development for traditional agricultural communities.
3. Infrastructure Development:
   • Construction of new roads and bridges.
   • Development of traditional markets.
   • Establishment of an orphanage.
4. Economic Development:
   • Improves farmers’ access to their fields.
   • Opens additional income opportunities for local residents.

Project Advantages

1. Environmentally Friendly Technology:
   • Run-of-river systems minimize impacts on river ecosystems.
2. International Verification:
   • Verified under the Verified Carbon Unit (VCU) standard.
   • Registered in the Verra registry.
3. National Contribution:
   • Supports Indonesia’s renewable energy targets.
   • Contributes to national emissions reduction goals.

Investment Value

By investing in the Musi Hydropower Plant’s carbon credits, you support:

• Renewable energy development in Indonesia.
• Conservation of Sumatra’s tropical forests.
• Economic empowerment of rural communities.
• Infrastructure improvement in remote areas.

Benefits for Carbon Credit Buyers

• Verified international carbon offset.
• Participation in a large-scale clean energy project.
• Contribution to sustainable development in Sumatra.
• Support for Indonesia’s biodiversity conservation efforts.

Investing in the Musi Hydropower Plant is a tangible step towards clean energy transition, environmental conservation, and empowering local communities, ensuring a sustainable and greener future.

Price: Start from $18.95/tCO₂e