Merak and Bakauheni Ports Will Soon Be Powered by Solar Power!

Cilegon (05/24/22), Not only in office or residential environments, solar power plants (PLTS) are now also starting to be applied in port areas. One of those that applies it is Merak Port in Banten and Bakauheuni in Lampung.

In addition to of course aiming to obtain savings and efficiency of electricity loads in the port environment, the construction of this PLTS is also based on cooperation between BUMN through the BUMN synergy program, related to the utilization and use of EBT in the BUMN environment.

The construction process of this PLTS has begun based on cooperation between PT Indonesia Ferry Properti (PT IFPRO) and PT Surya Energi Indotama (PT SEI) as a subsidiary of BUMN PT Len Industri (Persero). With the Build Operate Transfer (BOT) scheme, the PLTS will be installed on the roof area of ​​the Sosoro Mall Merak Executive Terminal of 324 kwp, and the Anjungan Agung Mall Bakauheuni Executive Terminal of 189 kwp with a total capacity of 513 kwp.

For PT SEI, this project is one of the achievements as a developer in the solar energy sector. The transformation of PT SEI, which previously played a large role as an EPC, will continue to develop into a solar energy developer company that has good capabilities and quality. Until now, the progress of the PLTS construction is still ongoing. It is hoped that by the end of May 2022, all PLTS can be installed so that several facilities at the Merak and Bakauheni Port Executive Terminals can immediately be powered by solar power. This is part of how we support the use of more environmentally friendly clean energy and reduce carbon emissions on our earth. (**)

Kunjungi PT Len, Pemerintah Zimbabwe Kembali Jajaki Kerja Sama di Bidang Energi Tenaga Surya

Bandung, (20/05/22) Zimbabwe's Vice President and Minister of Health and Child Protection, Constantino Chiwenga, visited PT Len Industri (Persero) on Friday (20/05). Accompanied by Zimbabwe's Minister of Land, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water & Settlement Hon. J. Masuka, Zimbabwe's Ambassador to Indonesia Shofia Nyamudeza, Indonesian Ambassador to Zimbabwe HE Dewa Made Juniarta Sastrawan, and other delegates, the group intended to explore potential cooperation with PT Len's subsidiaries, namely PT LRS in the field of railway technology and PT SEI in the field of solar energy.

This visit is the second time that the Zimbabwean Government has explored cooperation, especially in the field of solar energy. Zimbabwe's Ambassador to Indonesia Shofia Nyamudeza visited PT Len in 2020 accompanied by the President Director of PT Surya Energi Indotama (PT SEI), Bambang Iswanto, in a discussion on the potential for cooperation in the construction of PLTS in Zimbabwe. In fact, in 2019, PT SEI had conducted a survey in Zimbabwe to explore the cooperation.

Director of Marketing & Business Development of PT SEI, I Made Sandika, in his presentation before the visiting delegation explained how PT SEI can provide products, services and Off Grid & On Grid PV System Solar Power Plants (PLTS), Hybrid PV System and others.

"Since 2019, PT SEI has initiated collaboration with Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC), Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA), Rural Electrification Fund (REF), and Ministry of Energy and Power Development (MoEPD)," Made added.

In addition to overcoming the energy crisis, the presence of PLTS is also being eyed by the Minister of Defense, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water & Settlement of Zimbabwe, Hon J. Masuka to create an integrated farming system with the procurement of solar-powered water pumps. This was explained by Dewa Made as the Indonesian Ambassador to Zimbabwe.

"They want to create an integrated farming system. After preparing tractors and agricultural tools, because the water conditions there are also quite difficult, they want to create a water pump that uses solar energy as its energy source."

PT SEI is always ready for all cooperation opportunities, both as an EPC and Developer. This is in accordance with the tagline and spirit of PT SEI this year, namely "Transformation To Be Future Developer". PT SEI is also able to expand its business portfolio abroad for the progress and existence of the company. At the end of the visit, the delegation of guests also directly reviewed the production facilities at PT Len Industri, starting from railway signaling system electronics to solar module fabrication which has a production capacity of 71 MWp/year. (**)

PT SRI’s Breakthrough in Building an Ice Maker and Cold Storage Factory in Collaboration with the Bangka Belitung Islands Provincial Government

(South Bangka, 10/05/22) Groundbreaking for the Construction of a Solar-Powered Ice Maker and Cold Storage Factory which is a collaboration between the Bangka Belitung Islands Provincial Government and PT Surya Energi Indotama (PT SEI) has been held. Taking place in Tukak Sadai, South Bangka Regency, this event was attended by the Deputy Governor of the Bangka Belitung Islands Drs. Abdul Fatah, Representatives of the South Bangka Regency Government, PT SEI as an investor, Forkopimda, Bumdes, village officials, and representatives of fishermen from 5 surrounding villages.

At the event, Abdul Fatah placed sand material as a symbol of the start of construction. With him, Bambang Iswanto as President Director of PT SEI, Musani as Deputy Chairman of the South Bangka Regency DPRD, Haris Setiawan as Representative of the South Bangka Regency Government, and Joko Isnawan as the South Bangka Police Chief also took part in the symbolic procession.

"This (development) is a hope for the economic progress of the community, especially in Tukak Sadai Village," said Abdul Fatah.

The construction of the Solar-Powered Ice Maker and Cold Storage Factory is one of the answers to the problems of fishermen in Bangka Belitung, especially Tukak Sadai. The limited freshness of fish, shrimp, or other sea catches occurs because the need for ice or cooling is not met in the temporary storage process or shipping. Fishermen are also unable to sell their catch to further areas or store their catch for longer.

With the availability of more ice from the Ice Maker Factory, fishermen can use it to maintain the freshness of their catch. Moreover, the demand for ice for fishermen in Tukak Sadai, which is predicted to be the second highest village contributing to fish catches in Bangka, has only been met by 28 tons of the need for around 80 tons/day.

This development has been initiated jointly by the provincial government and PT SEI. As a company that has a vision as a solution to community problems, PT SEI, which is also a subsidiary of PT Len Industri (Persero) and part of the Defense Industry BUMN Holding DEFEND ID, is ready to be part of the solution.

In addition to being able to contribute to meeting the needs of ice and cooling for fishermen's catches in Bangka Belitung, this Solar-Powered Ice Maker and Cold Storage Factory is also able to answer the need for clean energy and reduce carbon emissions from the installed PLTS.

"This is a really good and excellent development condition. We use New Renewable Energy with solar power. "Hopefully today's Ground Break will become a reality tomorrow and the day after, and will be beneficial for us," said Abdul Fatah in his speech.

Tukak Sadai in South Bangka Regency will be a pilot project for the construction of an Ice Maker and Cold Storage Factory which does not rule out the possibility of being built in other villages. "This is an example of how to build an ice maker and cold storage into one integrated unit. Of course, if after this we do it, it is possible that this implementation will be carried out in other areas," said Bambang Iswanto in his speech.

The Bangka Belitung Islands Provincial Government has high hopes that development like this will continue and become a trigger for other areas as an effort to improve the economy of the surrounding community. For PT SEI, there is great hope that this development can be a new step in how the company can provide solutions for the community.

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The Spirit of Togetherness Through Breaking the Fast Together at PT SEI

Bandung, (22/4/22) - As a form of excitement in the month of Ramadan, PT Surya Energi Indotama (PT SEI) held a Breaking Fast (Bukber) activity held for all employees. The Bukber activity was carried out internally as a reminder for all employees to always be grateful for togetherness in this holy month.

PT SEI's Bukber was opened with Tilawah and Sari Tilawah performed by PT SEI employees, namely Ilyas and Nindya. This activity was continued with remarks from PT SEI's President Director Bambang Iswanto, "This activity can be a moment of togetherness, because the most important thing is our togetherness. Our gratitude can be manifested through this togetherness."

On this occasion of the month of Ramadan, PT SEI also participated in holding the Ramadhan Singing Competition with more than 120 participants. The winners of the Ramadhan Singing Competition were invited to the Bukber event as a form of appreciation as well as to enliven the PT SEI Bukber event.

The atmosphere of Bukber PT SEI was felt so solemn with Tausyiah from Ust. Muhammad Ishak, "This is our opportunity and a valuable moment for us. This month is a month that teaches love in togetherness."

Although the Bukber activity was carried out for internal employees, PT SEI still carried out social service activities through the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program by providing assistance to 6 orphanages as a form of concern that was symbolically handed over to representatives of the Al-Fadhila Orphanage.

PT SEI believes that togetherness is the key to the company's success. PT SEI will continue to support each other to achieve the company's common goals.

SEI Participates in Declaring Gigawatt Order of Solar Energy in Indonesia in ISS 2022

(Jakarta, 19/4/22) In order to mobilize the potential for solar energy investment in Indonesia and accelerate the use of PLTS to achieve the National Energy Policy (KEN) target, the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources together with the Institute for Essential Services Reform (IESR) held the Indonesia Solar Summit (ISS) 2022 which took place at Pullman Jakarta Indonesia Thamrin CBD. The event, which aims to open the solar energy market, was attended by various parties, including PT SEI as a pioneering company in the solar energy sector.

At the event, various stakeholders in the solar energy sector made a declaration of commitment to developing solar energy involving the Central Government, Regional Governments, developers, investors, up to end users or business actors such as Commercial & Industry. The declaration was marked by the signing of a commitment on a solar module which is a symbol of the solar energy industry.

PT SEI together with 31 other companies have declared themselves to build PLTS with a total capacity of 2.3 GW in 2022 and 2023 which includes rooftop PLTS (the largest percentage), above-ground PLTS, and floating PLTS. In addition, there is also a plan to build a supporting component factory for PLTS in Indonesia. With this commitment, it will certainly provide a breath of fresh air for solar energy investment in Indonesia.

Before the peak event in the form of a declaration was carried out, there was a series of ISS events that had been held. Starting from the G20 workshop, the development of PLTS in Indonesia and the World, to discussion forums. All companies participated in this activity with the aim of actively contributing to Indonesia's energy independence, especially the use of solar power as part of New Renewable Energy (EBT).

Solar Energy Potential in Indonesia

As is known, the potential for solar energy in the country is not trivial, reaching 207.8 Giga Watts (GW). However, until the end of 2021, the installed capacity of the Indonesian PLTS has only reached 200.1 Mega Watts (MW).

Secretary General of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources Ego Syahrial at the ISS 2022 event said that solar energy will play an important role in providing national electricity, especially in Indonesia's energy transition roadmap to achieve Net Zero Emission (NZE) by 2060. The reason is, of the 587 Giga Watts (GW) of new renewable energy (EBT) generating capacity targeted to operate in 2060, 361 GW or more than 60% is planned to come from solar energy.

Ego explained that the government has at least three major programs for utilizing solar energy, namely rooftop solar power plants, large-scale ground-mounted solar power plants, and floating solar power plants.

"The implementation of these various programs requires contributions from many parties, not only the government, business area holders, and renewable energy developers, but also energy users, such as the commercial and industrial sectors," said Ego at the 2022 Indonesia Solar Summit, Tuesday (19/4/2022).

Sharing Kindness in the Month of Ramadan

Bandung, (13/04/2022). PT SEI carried out a series of takjil sharing agendas on April 11 and 13, 2022 and interspersed with the distribution of rice boxes which was carried out on April 12, 2022. Takjil was distributed as many as 200 packages and rice boxes were distributed in a total of 500 portions. This activity was carried out in the PT SEI environment which was coordinated by the Public Relations department and in collaboration with other departments.

This agenda is an annual agenda of PT SEI which is carried out every month of Ramadan as a form of social and gratitude with the aim of increasing a sense of concern for the community in the PT SEI environment. The provision of takjil and rice boxes is targeted at street workers, public transportation drivers, online motorcycle taxis, and other people in need.

Together with Len and APAMSI, PT SEI Participates in the 2022 SOLARTECH Indonesia Exhibition

Jakarta, (18/3/2022) PT SEI and PT Len Industri also attended the SOLARTECH Indonesia Exhibition The 7th Indonesia International Solar Power & PV Technology Exhibition 2022 together with the Solar Module Manufacturers Association (APAMSI) which was held on 17-19 March 2022. This exhibition lasted for three days at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta.

In addition to introducing PT SEI as part of PT Len, this event is also a momentum to see the development of other renewable energy companies. Starting from how the market prices are offered, the latest technology that can be applied by PT SEI, to RnD activities to develop the company's products.

This exhibition is claimed to be the largest Solar PV and Energy Storage Exhibition in Southeast Asia. The participants also vary from domestic companies to foreign companies such as China, Korea, Germany, India, and others. As a country with the largest population and the largest energy consumption in Southeast Asia, the international world sees that Indonesia is one of the potential markets for Solar PV development. This is one of the reasons why this exhibition is held.

PT SEI had the opportunity to fill a stand by collaborating with PT Len and APAMSI on Thursday, March 18, 2022.

Signing MoU with PT SEI, Governor Erzaldi Rosman Ready to Accelerate EBT Development in Bangka Belitung Islands Province

Bandung, (24/1/2022). Governor of Bangka Belitung Islands Erzaldi Rosman visited PT Surya Energi Indotama (SEI) on Monday, January 24, 2022. During his visit, Erzaldi also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation between the provincial government and PT SEI in the utilization of solar power and energy conservation in the Bangka Belitung Islands, especially in areas that are difficult to reach by conventional electricity.

The group of the Governor of Bangka Belitung Islands also visited PT Len Industri (Persero) as the parent company of PT SEI to see the manufacturing of solar modules made by the nation's children. The group was welcomed and accompanied by the Director of Business Strategy and Portfolio of PT Len Industri (Persero), Linus Andor Mulana Sijabat.

In his speech, Erzaldi said that the Bangka Belitung Islands have great potential for Natural Resources. With this potential, it would be a shame if we are unable to process and develop it independently. Cooperation between the government and companies that can process this potential must be carried out immediately.

Erzaldi also said that the use of New Renewable Energy (EBT) will be very beneficial for the community, especially the distribution of development in remote areas and also investment growth in Bangka Belitung. PT SEI can cooperate in terms of operations and management.

"With this agreement, PT SEI will later cooperate with BUMDES in terms of operations and management," said Erzaldi.

The application of renewable energy in Bangka Belitung will cover several sectors, such as plantations with the creation of water pumps for irrigation, marine and fisheries with the provision of ice makers, cold storage to store fishermen's seafood, and reverse osmosis for coastal residents.

In addition to the needs of the community, the application of EBT technology is also useful for welcoming the implementation of the G20 in Indonesia. "The G20 also happens to discuss a lot about the issue of renewable energy. This is very suitable for us to implement," said Erzaldi.

On the other hand, Bambang Iswanto as President Director of PT SEI welcomed the program of the Governor of the Bangka Belitung Islands to utilize EBT and the utilization of energy conservation as an alternative solution and a future solution. PT SEI is ready to be present as an investor and developer in this major program.

With this collaboration, there is great hope for both parties to help realize the mission that has been planned. The Provincial Government with the mission of improving the welfare of the community and the selling value of the Bangka Belitung Islands Province, and PT SEI with the mission of implementing available technology into a portfolio that has been successfully built and applied in the community.

"The technology is already there, sir. It's just a matter of how all of this can be implemented." Said Bambang Iswanto.

Also present at this event were all Directors of PT SEI, Assistant 2 for Economic and Development Affairs of the Babel Islands Provincial Government, Mr. Yanuar S.H., M.H., Head of the Natural Resources Division of the Babel Islands Provincial Government's Economic and Development Bureau, Mr. Heru Widarto, S.T., Head of the Babel Islands Provincial Government's Marine and Fisheries Service, Mr. Agus Suryadi, Head of the ESDM Service, Mr. Amir Sahbana, and Head of the Social and Village Service, Mr. Hardadi. (***)

Mayor of Bandung Inaugurates Len and SEI Solar Energy Saung in Tegallega Park

BANDUNG (19/01) – Acting Mayor of Bandung Yana Mulyana together with Finance and HR Director of PT Len Industri (Persero) Indarto Pamoengkas and President Director of PT SEI Bambang Iswanto inaugurated 5 (five) solar-powered pavilions installed in Tegallega Park, Bandung City on Wednesday (19/01).

The solar-powered pavilions are assistance from PT Len Industri (Persero) and its subsidiary, PT Surya Energi Indotama (SEI) to the Bandung City Government.

Yana Mulyana explained in his remarks, “The spirit of togetherness and collaboration in financing development is currently very much needed. As stated in mission 5 to develop participatory, collaborative and integrated city financing, this is the time for us to realize it.”

“On behalf of the Bandung City Government, I would like to thank PT Len Industri (Persero) for contributing assistance in the form of 5 solar-powered pavilions for the City of Bandung, located in Tegalega Park, Bandung City. We hope that this momentum can motivate many parties to be part of the efforts to overcome the problems we are currently facing together," he continued.

Indarto Pamoengkas said in his speech, "We (Len and SEI) will provide 10 solar-powered huts. Currently, 5 units have been installed in Tegallega Park, and 5 more units will follow."

The five huts are spread out, including 2 points in the Bandung Lautan Api Monument area, 2 points in Lampions Park, and 1 point in the Tirta Lega swimming pool area.

"Each hut can produce 408 Watt Hours (WH) of electrical energy per day which will be stored in a 700 WH battery. This energy is used for park lighting and can be used by park visitors to charge their cellphones and other electronic devices," said Indarto.

Bambang Iswanto said, "By placing solar-powered huts in Bandung City parks, they can not only be utilized by people visiting the parks. Namely in the form of facilities for charging cellphones and other electronic devices, a place to take shelter and relax, but it will also add to the beauty of the city park as well as a form of education on the use of environmentally friendly new renewable energy. So it is hoped that people will increasingly know, care and will try to utilize new and renewable energy in their daily lives."

According to Bambang, for SEI, it is certainly an encouragement to continue to work hard to make solar energy widely utilized for all people anywhere, anytime and by anyone.

Bandung City with its nickname "Paris van Java" or Paris of Java is a tourist city that has many city parks. These parks are a special attraction for tourists and Bandung City residents as a place of entertainment, especially on weekends.

This is what underlies Len and SEI in collaboration with the Bandung City Government and related agencies to take the initiative to provide support by making solar-powered huts to be installed in public facilities in Bandung City parks.

The solar-powered huts of Len and SEI are the work of the nation's children who combine the culture of the Priangan land, in the form of huts as a place of shelter, with modern technology in the form of renewable energy Solar Power Plants (PLTS).

Head of the Tegallega Technical Implementation Unit (UPT), Oding said, "Hopefully this solar-powered pavilion can be utilized properly by residents and visitors to parks in Bandung City, especially in Tegallega Park. Let's take care of it together so that more people can feel the benefits."

Continuous use of fossil energy will result in the depletion of existing fossil energy reserves. Therefore, it is very necessary to carry out decarbonization, switching to using renewable energy such as PLTS.

Decarbonization is the transition from fossil fuels to more environmentally friendly fuels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Decarbonization can be achieved by implementing low-carbon technology and energy sources, one of which is solar renewable energy.

The presence of this solar-powered hut, although not large, is expected to provide education to residents about decarbonization and the use of solar renewable energy, and can help the Bandung City Government in realizing the Bandung Caang Baranang Program.

Present at today's inauguration were the Chairperson of the Bandung City TJSL Forum, Binsar P.H. Naipospos, as well as representatives from the Head of the Research and Development Agency and the Head of the Bandung City DPKP3 Office.

Supporting the Empowerment of Quality Human Resources, PT SEI and UKRI Sign MoU on Cooperation

Bandung, (12/1/202) The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between PT Surya Energi Indotama (SEI) and the National University of the Republic of Indonesia (UKRI) Bandung has been carried out. This signing is related to the development of education, research, and community service.

This MoU was signed by Bambang Iswanto as the President Director of PT SEI and Marwoto as Vice Chancellor 1 of the National University of the Republic of Indonesia. The event held at the PT SEI Office was also attended by all levels of the Board of Directors of PT SEI, Rindoko Dahono as Vice Chancellor 4 UKRI who also serves as Independent Commissioner of PT Len Industri (Persero), Amat Rahmat as Dean of the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Planning, Jentot as Head of Distance Learning, and other entourage.

The signing of this MOU was very much welcomed by both parties. In the future, it is hoped that there can be a mutually beneficial cooperation for both parties, especially in terms of empowerment. Marwoto as the Vice Chancellor of UKRI for Academic Affairs said that UKRI will prepare strategic steps to meet the concrete needs of this cooperation. "We will also try to make programs from study programs and colleagues have prepared a picture of what we can do, both in the form of research to develop the needs of each study program and PT SEI itself".

This cooperation in the field of development is also an opportunity for PT SEI to reach more academics who can support the implementation of projects and offices within the scope of PT SEI. The duration of this memorandum of understanding is 2 years and can be extended according to the agreement of both parties.

"Our activities are indeed in the academic and development fields, that's it. We are very flexible. Later, whatever PT SEI expects, we will prepare. These friends will optimize their abilities," said Rindoko.