Nuclear Energy Development in Indonesia Requires Policy Support and Preparation

Nuclear Energy Development Requires Policy Support and Preparation
  • Support policies, human resources, and facility infrastructure are needed in the development of nuclear energy in Indonesia.
  • The development of nuclear energy as a renewable energy source is very important to ensure the security of the supply of Indonesian electricity in the future.
  • According to nuclear experts and observers, to accelerate the process of preparing for the construction of nuclear power plants, needs to be formed by the Nuclear Energy Implementing Organization program to strengthen national positions.

Nuclear energy in its development is needed for sufficient support and preparation. Support policies, human resources, and facility infrastructure are needed in the development of nuclear energy in Indonesia. Then, the use of Indonesian natural resources can also be used as nuclear fuel. Regarding the Indonesian plan that will use nuclear power in the future, a clear guideline and policy script related to nuclear energy.

The development of nuclear energy as a renewable energy source is very important to ensure the security of the supply of Indonesian electricity in the future. This is because fossil fuels for power plants are increasingly running out. Meanwhile, there is no clean energy that can support the national energy supply reliably. 

Based on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) guidelines, there are 19 aspects of infrastructure that must be fulfilled by Indonesia in developing nuclear energy. Based on the IAEA assessment, Indonesia has currently fulfilled 16 aspects. Three other aspects, namely national position, management, and national stakeholder involvement, still need to be strengthened. 

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At present, nuclear is one of the world’s choice of world choice with global policy in climate change. Net Zero Emission (NZE) is an important thing, so that energy is sought to minimize carbon. In addition to reducing carbon, reducing fossil combustion and maximizing renewable energy is also important. And all of them are found in the use of nuclear power. 

In May 2022, the National Research and Innovation Agency (Brin) held a Focus Discussion Group (FDG) to discuss things that are a necessity in the development of nuclear power. This discussion discusses the draft script policy of the field of ketenessucliran related to strengthening the national position through the formation of Nepio (Nuclear Energy Implementing Organization). Then, with the introduction of nuclear power plants through a dedieselization program, the construction of nuclear power plants in the Nze Roadmap In addition, the readiness of the construction of nuclear power plants was also discussed in the discussion. From this, the Focus Discussion Group will produce a complete and comprehensive draft of nuclear energy script. 

According to the Deputy for the Policy on the Construction of the National Research and Innovation Agency (Brin), the technology used in the development of nuclear power is the latest technology with high efficiency in its energy conversion and safety. The construction of a nuclear power plant should not be hasty, but must be done with mature and long-term consideration. In addition, it must be guaranteed that the fuel waste management is not problematic and safe. 

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According to nuclear experts and observers, to accelerate the process of preparing for the construction of nuclear power plants, needs to be formed by the Nuclear Energy Implementing Organization program to strengthen national positions. This can help reach the net zero emissions target and maintain the security of the domestic electricity supply. 

The Nuclear Energy Implementing Organization program is responsible for the implementation of licensing, implementing safeguards, and the readiness of national infrastructure for nuclear energy. In addition, it also ensures the belief and commitment of investors to build and operate nuclear power plants. With the establishment of this organization, the synergy between stakeholders will be stronger. 

In addition, nuclear power plants also need to prepare for nuclear energy system studies supported by regulations and infrastructure. This is done to guarantee sustainability. Nuclear energy is not another energy competitor, but rather a nuclear energy symbiotic relationship and synergy with other energy sources.

References:

[1]BRIN Bahas Penyusunan Naskah Kebijakan Ketenaganukliran untuk Percepat Pembangunan PLTN

[2]BRIN: Pengembangan Nuklir di Indonesia Perlu Dukungan Kebijakan

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