Ministry Of Energy And Mineral Resources Research Articles

Preliminary Study of Subsurface Geological Setting Based on the Gravity Anomalies in Karangrejo-Tinatar Geothermal Area, Pacitan Regency, Indonesia

As per the Geothermal Potential Book published by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) in 2017, Pacitan Regency in East Java Province, Indonesia, has the potential for geothermal energy. Two hot spring manifestations, namely, Karangrejo and Tinatar, located in the Arjosari and Punung districts of Pacitan Regency, respectively, have a combined resource of 25 MWe. We acquired ground-gravity data and evaluated gravity anomalies to explore the underlying geological structure in order to understand the geothermal system behind these manifestations. The results of the study show that the gravitational anomaly in the Karangrejo-Tinatar region ranges from 163 to 176 mGal. Additional analysis of the complete Bouguer anomaly (CBA) map, first horizontal derivative (FHD) map, and field observations points to the existence of three NW-SE trending faults. Two of the faults, which are the Karangrejo fault and the Tinatar fault, may be the flow paths for the manifestation of Karangrejo and Tinatar hot springs.

Techno-Economic Analysis of Residential Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar PV Systems in Indonesia Under MEMR 26/2021 Regulation

Grid-connected commercial rooftop solar PV systems have been widely used worldwide to provide affordable, clean energy and long-term energy security solutions. This is especially true in cities where space is limited and rooftops are not being used. According to the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) No 26/2021 regulation in Indonesia, the rooftop PV system is allowed to be integrated with electricity grid with an export-import metering. The owner of the rooftop PV system will not only reduce their electricity bill, but also offset the energy over a period of 10 years. This paper provides a design and sizing analysis of a small scale rooftop solar PV system for residential. This study uses the PVsyst and SolarGIS tools to estimate the amount of energy produced by a 3 kWp solar system. It also provides a financial evaluation of the system's profitability, with particular attention to commercial buildings that are covered under MEMR regulation. This detailed analysis can be used by asset owners to decide the best way forward in terms of sustainable energy production and cost savings, as well as addressing the energy security problem.

Techno-economic Analysis and Optimization of Renewable Energy Forecasting at Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani

The availability of electrical energy ensures operational sustainability in everyday life, including the educational environment. The possibility of easier renewable energy installation encourages the goal of growing the installation to be affordable. Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani is one of the campuses that has the capacity to use renewable energy and has a role in environmental awareness in accordance with the university's future vision. In light of this, a hybrid photovoltaic (PV), diesel, and battery plant design is presented as an alternative power plant to supplement conventional energy sources. However, it is critical to examine the long-term capital and profit estimations that must be considered. The hybrid plant is proposed in two configurations, grid-connected and off-grid. In this paper, modeling and simulation are performed using Net Present Cost (NPC) prices from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) rooftop PV installation planning guidelines and inflation estimations from the Republic of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance. Furthermore, until the contribution of energy generated in the simulation is displayed, the production and consumption of electrical energy required for the selected building instances are generated. Hybrid plant modeling has been completed at Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani’s Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology (FHST) and Rectorate buildings. According to the simulation results, the NPC cost for the next 25 years is anticipated to be Rp 1,047,534,000, with a total electrical energy production of 729,807 kWh/year and a renewable energy contribution >91.4%. Furthermore, from a technological and economic standpoint, a grid-connected hybrid generation system is advocated

Analyses of Critical Success Factors and Barriers to the Implementation of Indonesian Mining Safety Management System: Case Study of a Nickel Mine & Processing Company

A very high level of work risk makes the implementation of an occupational health and safety management system imperative, particularly for mining businesses. Because it has an impact on the business's performance, sustainability, and reputation, mining safety is an issue of critical importance. The Republic of Indonesia's government has enacted regulations requiring the Mineral and Coal Mining Safety Management System (SMKP MINERBA) to be applied, as detailed in MEMR Regulation No. 26 of 2018 and its derivatives, through the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR). The implementation of SMKP MINERBA, however, is still insufficient as shown by the rise in mining accidents that result in harm, lost productivity, and even fatalities. The study came to the conclusion that the existing CSFs could be categorized using the seven factors: SMKP good governance; strong organizational safety culture; organizing and resource availability; Specific - Measurable - Attainable - Relevant - Time Bound (SMART) planning and periodic monitoring; management commitment and strategy; effective Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene (OH-IH) management; and compliance and safety leadership. In the meantime, the barriers may be classified as follows: low SMKP management commitment, inadequate safety leadership, and poor OHS strategy and execution. Rankings of CSFs and Barriers were also established using the Relative Importance Index (RII), and the ratings might be used by Management to enhance the organization further. As a consequence, the findings of this study and the solutions offered are beneficial to the industry since they may increase practitioners' knowledge and support them in expanding their acceptance in organizations

Electronic Goods/Services Procurement Policy Implementation at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources

The government institution responsible for managing energy and mineral resources in Indonesia is the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR). In carrying out its responsibilities, the MEMR procures goods/services to support its operational activities. To ensure transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in using the state budget, crucial to research the effective implementation of electronic procurement of goods and services in the MEMR. This research examines how the MEMR has implemented electronic procurement of goods and services. Based on the literature review, similar research has yet to be conducted. The research methodology used is qualitative descriptive. The findings of this study demonstrate that the MEMR's e-procurement policy has been successfully implemented. However, several things become input from researchers, namely that the MEMR is serious about improving the standards and maturity of e-procurement services; improving a professional work culture with integrity and optimizing the use of information technology in e-procurement; increasing communication with Government Goods/Services Policy Agency, and in order to have good legal standing in strengthening the procurement of goods and services in Indonesia, it is necessary to encourage the creation of a legal basis for goods and services procurement regulations in the form of laws.

Importance of standardization and sustainability approach for higher biodiesel blends implementation

This study aims to assess the role of the National Standardization Agency of Indonesia (BSN) and identify indicators of sustainability for higher biodiesel blends after implementing B30. This study considers quality conformity enforcement and sustainability perspective for sustainable biodiesel implementation. Surveys and interviews were conducted to gather primary data as a qualitative approach from biodiesel stakeholders. This study results that BSN represents a national standardization body in Indonesia and has contributed to biodiesel development and policy to implement biodiesel blends in Indonesia. Since 2006, BSN has released three series of Indonesia National Standard (SNI) 7182 for biodiesel standards. The implementation of the standard is regulated by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) which enforce biodiesel business entities to conform with the biodiesel quality and the volume of biodiesel allocation. MEMR regulation number 41 the year 2018 is applied to give a fine for biodiesel business entities that do not comply. Since 2020, Indonesia has increased the biodiesel blends to 30% or B30. Increasing biodiesel contents could reduce the emission, while Indonesia still referenced EURO 2 standard and has a plan to apply EURO 4 standard in 2021.

An Integrated Approach for Revisiting Basin-Scale Heavy Oil Potential of The Central Sumatera Basin

Central Sumatra Basin is one of the most prolifi c hydrocarbon basins in Indonesia and has proved itself as being the largest contributor to Indonesia’s national crude oil production. Heavy oil fi elds in the basin, such Duri fi eld as the largest one, plays a very important role in making up the basin’s whole oil production output. In general, the Central Sumatra Basin is also acknowledged for its heavy oil potential. Accordingly, a study under the auspices of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) of the Republic of Indonesia is carried out to re-visit the potential. The study establishes and implements an integrated approach formed by a combined macro and micro analyses. In the macro analysis, a combined evaluations of regional geology, geophysics, geochemistry, remote sensing/geographic information system ( GIS), regional geothermal study, and fi eld survey/ microbiology is performed to identify geological positions of the heavy oil potential. In the micro analysis, on the other hand, qualitative and quantitative well-log analyses supported by well-test and laboratory measurement data on the identifi ed geological positions are carried out with an aim of identifying heavy oil bearing reservoirs/traps under three categories of certainty. The main result of the study is identifi cation of 51 fi elds/structures - producing and non-producing – that bears heavy oil within the three categories. Findings of the study can certainly be used as a prerequisite for more intensive and expansive studies to meet the need for a more solid conclusion regarding the heavy oil potential of the Central Sumatra Basin.

Strategi Komunikasi Kementerian Energi dan Sumber Daya Mineral dalam Penyetaraan Jabatan Administrasi ke Jabatan Fungsional

This research examined a communication strategy which was applied during the implementation of the delayering policy in the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (EMR). Delayering policy is a re-organization strategy which reduces bureaucracy by converting several administrative positions (middle manager) into functional/professional-based positions. Qualitative approach was used in this research with case studies method. Primary data was collected through interview, while secondary data was used through literature review. The research result identified a specific communication strategy that was applied during delayering policy implementation. Appointed communicators in this case were the First Echelon Managers who had previously got a direct message from the Minister of EMR, Second Echelon Managers, Third Echelon Managers, Fourth Echelon Managers, and Staffs within the Ministry of EMR. The target was set for all the Third Echelon Managers and Fourth Echelon Managers in the Ministry of EMR. Formulation of messages based on information from the Ministry of Administrative Reform and Bureaucratic Reform that no employee would be disadvantaged. Selection of media was by information dissemination during the meeting at every unit level and also through the WhatsApp Groups messages. Moreover, the dissemination of messages was carried out through a briefing by the Secretary General of the Ministry of EMR, discussions, and WhatsApp Groups. The expected effects were that the middle manager could comprehend and comply with the delayering policy. The research recommended that the Ministry of EMR needed to issue written guidance, such as a pocket book, that explained the delayering policy and its impact in order to suppress any potential resistance.

ROOFTOP PV SYSTEM POLICY AND IMPLEMENTATION STUDY FOR A HOUSEHOLD IN INDONESIA

This paper discusses the recent solar rooftop PV system policies in Indonesia, particularly for the implementation of the residential sector. The aim of this study is to demonstrate the rooftop PV system for a household based on the current related policies. The study is conducted by literature reviews and computer simulation for a typical rooftop PV system for residential in Surabaya, Indonesia. The most recent solar energy policy in Indonesia is the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) Regulation No. 49, the year 2018, which establishes net metering for the residential, commercial and industrial National Grid (PLN) customers that have excess power from solar rooftop installations. The simulation shows the average values global solar irradiation on a horizontal surface in Surabaya vary between 6.81 kWh/m2 and 4.82 kWh/m2 with an average of 5.54 kWh/m2 per day. Energy output by 3 kWp rooftop PV system in Surabaya is found about 4,200 kWh per year, with an average of 11.67 kWh/day. Economically, under present conditions, rooftop on-grid PV system investment would give about 9-10 years of the payback period.Keywords: Rooftop, PV System, Solar Energy, Residential, IndonesiaJEL Classifications: C58, G18, H41,H50 & Z18DOI: https://doi.org/10.32479/ijeep.9539

Regional Economic Development Strategy: Increasing Local Generated Domestic Revenue of the Regional-Owned Enterprises in the Oil and Gas Sector

This paper illustrates how to develop a local development strategy in the establishment regulation of regional enterprises in the oil and gas sector in Bojonegoro District, Indonesia. This paper focuses on the locally generated domestic revenue in Bojonegoro, which have believed to be one of the most important strategies in their economic development. The oil and gas sector has contributed to almost 50% of the regional economic growth in Bojonegoro. However, the community in the region has not yet received an optimal benefit from the contribution as this sector only contributes 4.6% for its local employment in 2018 in comparison with the agrarian sector which contributes 36% for its local employees. The legal research conducted in this paper is juridical normative research by emphasising the establishment arrangement of the oil and gas regional enterprises to increase the locally generated domestic revenue from the sector. According to the Ministry Regulation of Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MoEMR) Republica of Indonesia No. 1, 2008 on Guidelines for the Exploitation of Petroleum Mining in Mature Field stated that any Local (Village) Enterprise Unit (“KUD”) or Regional Local Enterprises (“BUMD”). Â

Social Barriers in Business-IT Alignment in a Public Organization in Indonesia

The social dimension of alignment plays an important role in business-IT alignment (BITA). The study aimed to get in-depth knowledge of barriers in BITA by identifying and analyzing factors that inhibit alignment from the social perspective using as case study the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) of the Republic of Indonesia. Based on the data collected through semi-structured interviews and internal documents from this public organization in Indonesia, the data was thematic analyzed. The findings of the study are 15 social barriers in BITA in MEMR from which the following five are new social barriers in BITA: uncoordinated IT initiatives; sectoral ego; frequent rotation of executives in organizational structure; poor understanding of IT for growing; and the lack of support by the business in IT initiatives continuation. The findings of the study can be considered by other public organizations that aim to improve their alignment between business and IT, and finally their public service delivery.

The Use of Big Data in The Oil and Gas Upstream Industry

A study has been done to perceive the uptake and impact of Big Data in the exploration and production of oil and gas in Indonesia compared to Norway. Interviews were conducted to officials in the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MoEMR) and the state regulator, SKK Migas. In both industries, more data is being generated more than ever in exploration, production, drilling, and operations, indicating potential application of Big Data. However, approach towards data has remained classical with physical models in opposed to common Big Data approach, which is data-driven analytics. Several impacts of Big Data in both industries are highlighted, including new demand for data analysts, the need for regulations surrounding cyber-security, improvement of safety and environment (which hasn’t been considered in Indonesia), and growing need for more trust and regulations towards open data. Open data in the two industries has seen two different trajectories with Indonesia only implementing it very recently, while the NCS has seen open data drives competition since 1999. This study produced recommendations for the government of Indonesia on open data and how uptake and application of Big Data analytics in EOR could potentially increase national petroleum production to desired levels.
 Keywords: Big Data, open data, oil and gas in Indonesia, Norway Continental Shelf, data analytics, EOR

The Political Economy of Indonesia’s Renewable Energy Sector and Its Fiscal Policy Gap

This research paper identifies fiscal policy gaps that occur in Indonesia’s renewable energy (RE) sector and analyses its political economy. Primary data from 37 stakeholders and secondary data from fiscal policies from Indonesia’s 2007–2017 taken from Ministry of Finance (MOF) and Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) regulation databases. The fiscal policy data were analysed using a cluster approach and meta-synthesis method. The results show that Indonesia has experienced multi-faceted principal-agent problems between PT PLN, the agent with sole authority to manage electricity transmissions, and various principals, namely the Ministry of State Owned Enterprises (MSOE), the MEMR, the Ministry of Industry (MOI) as the intermediary between domestic and foreign RE industries, and the MOF. While changing the MEMR’s feed-in-tariff (FiT) policies sends an uncertain policy signal, the MOF’s fiscal incentive policies other than FiT to promote RE development in Indonesia remain sub-optimal; the fiscal policies required to incentivise a large volume of small- and medium-scale investment in RE are absent. Differentiated tax rates and tax-break periods for national and foreign companies on the micro, small and medium scales could significantly accelerate the development of RE by both domestic and foreign companies, supporting Indonesia in achieving its sustainable development goals and emission reduction targets under its nationally determined contribution.

A Comparative Global Geothermal Development Analysis: Indonesia Investment Perspective

One of the current suggestions on low global oil price is a good momentum to optimize utilization of geothermal resources as renewable energy. Meanwhile, Government and donors countries have partnership experiences to remove some barriers such as legal framework on business process for attracting private sectors to invest in geothermal project financing. An explorative analysis on comparative global geothermal development based on Indonesia investment perspective is methodology of this paper. As a qualitative-descriptive paper, this method focused on literature review to obtain literature or secondary data. The data used are secondary data obtained from various sources, such as Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR), Ministry of Finance, PT PLN as well as a range of research and other resources accessed through the internet. The goal of these explorations to find some lessons learned which might be used by the GoI to utilize its largest world potential of geothermal resources more transparent, efficiently, and effectively. Based on global geothermal development current status shows that the role of private companies in Indonesia position is the second-ranking on share geothermal utilization. Unfortunately, Indonesia position on the share of resource to potential utilization is in the third-ranking compare to six leading geothermal countries. This means that Indonesia has the opportunity to scale up its resource potential utilization. Managing this opportunity, the GoI should continue its experience to support and guarantee private companies business process strategically.