State Electricity Company Research Articles

Green Management for Disasters Using an Inflatable Tent Prototype with a Solar Power Plant

Given the ever-increasing number of natural disasters, disaster management must be understood and implemented by all parties in a manner that includes green management and technology. This research begins with the problem of disaster preparedness management which currently uses less environmentally friendly facilities and infrastructure, including using tents with conventional structures and technological systems that are less flexible and require electricity with a gasoline-fueled generator. The aim of this research is to create a green technology-based disaster response facility in the form of an inflatable tent prototype for disaster preparedness using solar electricity. The method used in this study is experimental, designing and manufacturing prototype inflatable tents that use solar power plants. Tests are carried out on several variables: strength of tarpaulins, speed in construction and disassembly, comfort of air temperature, and performance of solar power generation. The results are of the experimental method are: the design and application of two prototype inflatable tents dimensions 6x9 square meters with a capacity of 20 patients, a 3,600 WP power plant using solar power, and a VRLA battery with a voltage capacity of 48 volts and a current of 200 Ah that is capable storing 4,800 watts of electricity. Thus, these devices meet electricity needs for air conditioning, lighting, and medical equipment in inflatable tents without using electricity from the state electricity company or gasoline generators. Keywords: disaster, inflatable tent, solar power generation

Analisis perlakuan akuntansi sewa berdasarkan PSAK No. 73 pada PT. PLN (Persero) Unit Induk Distribusi Suluttenggo

State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN) must follow changes in the applicable accounting standards policy. This includes the lease accounting policy in accordance with PSAK No. 73. These standards are designed to ensure consistency and transparency in financial reporting. The transition from PSAK No. 30 to PSAK No. 73 will have a significant impact on the accounting treatment of leases and the company's financial statements. This study will analyse the accounting treatment of leases and their impact on State Electricity Company (PT PLN Persero) Unit Induk Distribusi Suluttenggo. This study employs a qualitative research method with a descriptive analysis approach. The data was obtained through interviews with the relevant parties and a thorough examination of the company's financial statements. The results clearly show that the company's accounting treatment of leases is in line with PSAK No. 73. However, there are some areas where the presentation of leases could be improved. The transition has had a positive impact on the company's financial statements, with an increase in total assets and liabilities due to the recognition of lease assets and liabilities on the balance sheet and a decrease in total operating expenses.

The Thursina Creative Islamic Boarding School Landscape Design with an Ecological Approach

Abstract The Thursina Sukamakmur Creative Islamic Boarding School is a boarding school under the State Electricity Company Baitul Mal Foundation (YBM-PLN) ’s management in Sukamakmur Village, Bogor Regency. Education at this Islamic boarding school has the theme of agriculture, where students learn about rice farming and goat and chicken farming. This Islamic boarding school has an area of 16,610 m2 with sloping to steep terrain (more than 25%) and consists of Islamic boarding school buildings, livestock areas, and rain-fed rice fields. The pesantren is surrounded by rain-fed rice fields and is located on a hillside, so it has problems in hydrology when it rains, and strong winds blow from the hill towards the valley. Therefore, a master plan was prepared using an ecological approach, in which the solutions offered minimize artificial landscape elements and optimize the function of vegetation as a wind barrier. The wind barrier is made of pine trees with three layers of thickness. With this ecological approach, it is hoped that the management of the building and environment of the Thursina Creative Islamic Boarding School can be sustainable.

Uneven Development Principles in Geo-Map Perspective: How Does Infrastructure Play a Role in Crushing the Poverty in the Special Region of Yogyakarta?

The purpose of this study is to determine the relationship between the existence of regional infrastructure and the number of poor people and to know the distribution of infrastructure in each district/city in the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY). The data used is a primary data crosssection derived from Village Potential Data Collection (Q-Podes). This study uses two methods, namely, Ordinary Least Square Regression, to determine the relationship between variables and Geo-Map Orange Data Mining to determine the distribution and equitable distribution of infrastructure. Empirical results show that areas with electricity sources from the State Electricity Company (PLN), Information and communication infrastructure, trade and service infrastructure, agricultural infrastructure, and good sanitation can reduce the number of poor people. However, drainage infrastructure, cultural and health education infrastructure, and transportation infrastructure have not been able to reduce the number of poor people in DIY. In addition, the occurrence of uneven development, which is seen in the uneven infrastructure in each region, is also an inhibiting factor in reducing the number of poor people in DIY.

Implementation of Social and Environmental Responsibility at The State Electricity Company (PT PLN Persero) Bangka Belitung Regional Parent Unit in Improving Pangkalpinang Nature School Education

In line with the 2005-2025 National Medium-Term Development Plan (RJPM), PT PLN (Persero) Unit Induk Wilayah Bangka Belitung is dedicated to making improvements in four key areas: overall enhancements, improving the quality of education, promoting educational development, making educational administration more efficient. This research describes how the Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility (CSR) program by PT PLN UIW Bangka Belitung is being implemented for the Kacang Pedang Sub-district, Gerunggang, Pangkalpinang City community. The study uses a qualitative method and John Elkington's triple bottom-line theory. The results show that the TJSL program by PT PLN (Persero) Unit Induk Wilayah Bangka Belitung provides significant benefits for the education of the Kacang Pedang community in Pangkalpinang City by supplying facilities and infrastructure for the Sekolah Alam Pangkalpinang program.

The Role of Transformational Leadership in Managing Human Resources for Organizational Innovation Case Study in A State Electricity Company

Transformational leaders provide autonomy and responsibility to employees, allowing them to take initiative and contribute actively to organizational goals. The aim of this research is to understand the role of transformational leadership in influencing human resource management strategies to support innovation within the State Electricity Company. The research method used in this study is Systematic Literature Review (SLR). The results of this study indicate that transformational leadership is not just about managing organizations but also about building a culture that continuously seeks ways to improve and innovate, ensuring that the State Electricity Company remains competitive and relevant in facing the challenges of the future electricity industry.

Pengaruh Disiplin Kerja dan Komunikasi terhadap Kinerja Karyawan PT. Perusahaan Listrik Negara (PLN Persero) ULP Perbaungan

The aim of this research is to determine the effect of work discipline on employee performance at State Electric (PLN PERSERO) ULP Perbaungan. To find out the effect of communication on employee performance at State Electric (PLN PERSERO) ULP Perbaungan, to determine the effect of work discipline and communication on employee performance at the state electricity company (PLN PERSERO) ULP Perbaungan. The population and sample in this study were 69 people. Data collection technique use data quality test, classical assumption test, multiple linear analysis and hypothesis testing. The result of this research show that work discipline partially has a significant effect on employee performance. Communication partially has a significant effect on employee performance. Work discipline and communication simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on employee performance

UTILISING FAILURE MODE AND EFFECT ANALYSIS AND THE KANO MODEL FOR INDUCTION STOVE PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT DURING INDONESIA’S ENERGY CONVERSION PROGRAM

In 2022, the Indonesian government, through the Indonesia State Electricity Company (PT. PLN), launched a program to shift from gas to electric induction stoves. This study analyzed induction stove failures, using data from 241 participants via WhatsApp Group (WAG) feedback. This research was combining Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) and the KANO model to analyzing those failures and proposing the improvement. The failures that be prioritized for improvement were the monitor screen was off, the electricity was suddenly off, the stove went off when using the boiling function and the installation was inconvenient. Improvements were proposed to the program team, the stove producers and the community. This research finding offers insight for researchers and practitioners, namely enriching FMEA and KANO model integration for electric household appliances. These research findings also provide information on the use of induction stoves by the community for product improvements in subsequent programs.

Assessing Voltage and Frequency Instability in Renah Kemumu's Micro Hydro Power Plant

The increasing demand for energy and the need for environmental sustainability have led to the adoption of renewable energy sources, such as micro-hydropower plants (PLTMH), in isolated communities in Indonesia. However, voltage and frequency instability issues are commonly encountered in PLTMH systems, which undermine their performance. In 2009, a micro-hydropower plant with a capacity of 30 KW was built in Renah Kemumu village. Ranah Kemumu village is located in Jangkat sub-district, Merangin district, Jambi province. In this study, the voltage and frequency instability of PLTMH in Renah Kemumu Village were investigated. The methodology employed in this study was observational. The voltage and frequency data were measured and recorded during peak load hours from 18.00 to 21.00 over one month. The percentage increase relative to the standard voltage and frequency was calculated. Boxplots were generated to visualize the distributions. The voltage measurements showed maximum and minimum values of 270 V and 264 V, representing increases of 22.72 % and 20.45% from the 220 V (standard set by the power utility (PLN)). The frequency ranged from 66.32 Hz to 57.46 Hz, corresponding to 30.92% and 14.92% deviations from the 50 Hz (standard set by the power utility (PLN)). These values exceeded the tolerance limits of the State Electricity Company of Indonesia. The analysis indicates that the voltage and frequency levels at the PLTMH in Renah Kemumu Village are unstable during peak loads, with fluctuations stemming from changing water flows, load currents, and weather conditions

Pengaplikasian Panel Surya dan Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) untuk Menggerakkan Pompa Tanaman Hidroponik sebagai Sumber Energi Terbarukan

Solar panels are renewable energy which is very useful for agricultural needs to meet electricity needs, one of which is its application in agriculture, namely as a pump driver for hydroponic plants. Hydroponics is farming with an emphasis on meeting the nutritional needs of plants using water as a medium with a nutrient solution as fertilizer. In the hydroponic system the pump must be on continuously, for this reason the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) tool is used to substitute the electrical energy of the State Electricity Company (PLN) with the electrical energy of solar panels in the event of a power outage from the State Electricity Company (PLN) which aims to drain nutrient water. This research aims to apply solar panels to a hydroponic plant system and apply the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) tool as a substitute for the State Electric Company's (PLN) electrical energy and solar panels. This research was carried out on Jalan Polonia no.11 fresh water east, North Padang District, Padang City, West Sumatra in January – March 2024, with the initial stages (1) preparation, (2) solar panel assembly, (3) analysis of test results , (4) preparation of reports. The results of this research can determine the power output required by solar panels as a renewable energy source as well as the application of the Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) in hydroponic plant cultivation.

SYNCHRONISING SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC AND GRID SYSTEMS IN RESIDENTIAL ELECTRICAL ENERGY SUPPLY USING THE DIODE BLOCK METHOD

The Indonesian Government’s programs to reduce carbon gas emissions include reducing fossil energy sources and switching to renewable energy such as solar photovoltaic (PV). Solar PV applications are now common not only in the industry but also in the community. Solar energy is typically strongly influenced by weather in tropical countries like Indonesia. Therefore, it is necessary to propose an energy supply to synchronise two supplies from solar photovoltaic and the state electricity company grid. This concept can use some special inverters. However, due to the high cost, it is rarely applied to residential users. The diode-blocking method aims to increase the stability of the supply system so that the load is not disturbed due to erratic weather conditions. Solar PV is used as the main power source, while the grid becomes a backup resource. The results of the diode block showed that in the synchronisation for 120 minutes of the solar PV, the energy is supplied from the grid, indicating a stable load supply. Thus, synchronising solar PV and the grid can provide continuous electrical power without interruption and optimally save grid electricity in any weather.

Design of Automatic Power Factor Correction for Optimization of Electric Energy Consumption

Electrical energy is a major human need which, when viewed from its main source, namely fossil energy, will increasingly run out. There needs to be an effort to utilize electrical energy more optimally. The problem discussed in this research is the decline in power factor. The State Electricity Company (PLN) has a minimum power factor standard of above 0.85 which is found in the SPLN 70-1 regulation and PERMEN ESDM No. 09 of 2011. If the power factor is below the minimum limit, it will result in losses, because consumers have to pay for excess kilo Volt Ampere Reactive hours (kVARh). Power factor drops are caused by the use of inductive loads. With automatic power factor correction, the poor power factor from the use of inductive loads will be resolved and optimization of the use of electrical energy can be achieved. From the test results conducted using 3 cumulative loads, the worst power factor value was obtained before PF repair was carried out by the system, namely 0.38 and after PF repair by the best power factor system reached 0.99 and obtained the value of active power and apparent power after PF repair is almost the same (comparable) and it can be said that the optimization of electrical energy occurs in this study.

Analisa Relay Jarak Pada Saluran Transmisi 150 Kv Pada Gardu Induk Sekarputih Ke Gardu Induk Balongbendo

In the electric power system it does not always run normally. There are many disturbances or disturbance anomalies that can disrupt the operation of the system. One of them is at the Sekarputih main substation. last two years, the channel has experienced five short- circuit disruptions. As a result, electromagnetic distance relays must be replaced with digital distance relays equipped with reclosers. The reclosers will function when there is a relay disturbance on a trip and automatically reconnect. The disruptions may occur due to damage brought by unstable weather conditions. Indirectly, the value of relay settings will change and deviate from the PLN (state electricity company) standards. Therefore, relay re-setting was performed using two methods: the Fuzzy Mamdhani and the ANFIS methods. Using the Fuzzy Mamdhani method, the relay distance settings were as follows: Zone 1 = 0.523 Ω, Zone 2 = 0.54 Ω, and Zone 3 = 1.58 Ω. Meanwhile, the relay distance settings by the ANFIS method were: Zone 1 = 0.432 Ω, Zone 2 = 0.65 Ω, and Zone 3 = 1.22 Ω. The previous values of relay distance settings by PLN were Zone 1 = 0.587 Ω, Zone 2 = 1.046 Ω, and Zone 3 = 1.766 Ω.

Analysis of Promotion and Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction of the State Electricity Company (PT. PLN (Persero) Customer Service Unit of Teluk Betung Sub-District, Bandar Lampung City, Lampung Province, Indonesia

Promotion and Electronic Service Quality are important elements in achieving customer satisfaction. The purpose of this study was to analyze the impact of promotion and electronic service quality on customer satisfaction both individually and simultaneously. The population studied was customers of PT PLN ULP Teluk Betung who had used the PLN Mobile Application, with a total of 32,632 people. The sample selection technique used the cluster random sampling method with a total of 380 respondents, calculated using the Krejcie & Morgan formula. The results showed that: (1) promotion has a significant effect on customer satisfaction, (2) electronic service quality variables also have a significant effect on customer satisfaction, (3) simultaneous tests show that promotion and electronic service quality together have a significant effect on customer satisfaction. With the results of this study, PT PLN ULP Teluk Betung can evaluate promotional strategies and improve the quality of services provided to customers to increase their satisfaction. It is recommended to PT PLN ULP Teluk Betung to continue to improve promotions by distributing at various points and also making updates to the application to improve the quality of services provided.

Relationship between Socio-economic Factors and Electrical Energy Consumption of Customer Groups in Indonesia

The research aim was to study Socio-Economic Analysis and its Relationship with Electrical Energy Consumption of Customer Groups in Indonesia using secondary data from 2018-2022 covering 34 provinces in Indonesia. Data sources generally come from Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) and State Electricity Company (PLN) Indonesia. The results of the analysis show that GDP per capita, education and MSMEs have a significant negative influence on poverty in Indonesia. Furthermore, GDP per capita is the only variable that has a significant positive effect on electricity consumption, while education, MSMEs and poverty have no effect on residential electricity consumption. In the industry group, all variables have a significant effect on household consumption, except for education which has an insignificant effect, GDP per capita and MSMEs have a significant positive effect on electricity consumption, apart from that, education and poverty also have an effect but are not significant in the Business group. The research results also show that poverty does not have a significant impact, but GDP per capita, education and MSMEs have a significant positive influence on social electricity consumption. Furthermore, in the Government Office Buildings (GOB) group, GDP per capita and MSMEs have a significant positive effect, however, education and poverty do not have an influence on electricity consumption in this group. Finally, in the Public Street Lighting (PSL) group, GDP per capita, MSMEs and poverty have no effect, but MSMEs have an influence on electricity consumption.

Energy poverty and social justice in Mexico: The rights of electricity consumers

This article analyzes energy poverty in Latin America and the Caribbean and the importance of energy efficiency to address this issue. The paper also touches upon energy subsidies in Mexico and their negative environmental and social consequences. Then, the article studies the potentially detrimental billing practices of Mexico’s state electricity company, which are provoked by the enterprise’s growing past-due portfolio and losses, and the possible infringement of electricity consumers’ rights. The authors propose three courses of action for consumers to protest the company's possibly perjudicial billing. Finally, the authors suggest that a distributed electricity system in Mexico could combat energy poverty and strengthen electricity users’ rights.

The failure of micro-hydro technology: A case study of the Banyubiru project in Central Java, Indonesia

This article explores the potential convergence between the Social Construction of Technology (SCOT) framework and failure studies in the context of the alternative energy program in the Global South. It focuses on a single case study, namely the failure of micro-hydro technology in Banyubiru (the Banyubiru project). Using qualitative research methods, this article examines the construction of the Banyubiru project and its failure to integrate with the power grid of the Indonesia State Electricity Company (PLN), despite substantial investments, installations, and considerable interest in renewable energy from diverse stakeholder groups at local, national, and international levels. In a hybrid (online and in-person) format, semi-structured interviews were employed to obtain data. The data collection procedure also includes site visits, observations, and document analysis. The finding indicates that technology development follows a more complicated path than a straight one from interpretative flexibility to closure. It illustrates a progression from closure to interpretive flexibility, wherein social groupings initially establish formal agreements but afterwards encounter conflicting interpretations. In conclusion, the article illustrates the potential for failure studies to provide insights into the limitations of SCOT in the analysis of energy technology failures.

The Legality of Rooftop Solar Power Generators Utilization to Fulfill Energy Need

This legal writing examines the utilization of new and renewable energy as an environmentally friendly approach to electricity consumption. New and renewable energy (EBT) encompasses various primary sources such as solar (PLTS), geothermal (PLTP), water (PLTA), wind (PLTB), etc. To meet the high demand for electricity, harnessing energy from sunlight is explored as an alternative power generator. Utilizing buildings’ roofs for solar cell installation is a common practice. However, challenges arise including the initially high investment for purchasing solar cell components, batteries for energy storage, inverters, and installation costs. Despite these challenges, the monthly operational costs are minimal. The government, through Regulation of the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources of the Republic of Indonesia Number 26 of 2021 concerning rooftop solar power systems, supports the legal framework of this which is linked to the electricity grid held by the license holders for electricity supply for public purposes. Furthermore, rooftop solar power systems can be on-grid with the national electricity network (jaringan PLN) to meet energy needs when the installed capacity is below the electricity demand of the consumers. This writing employs a research method with a normative juridical approach by examining literature through a doctrinal perspective. The research results focus on the legality, requirements, and processes involved in the construction of rooftop solar power plants, detailing considerations across various factors before deciding to establish them, including the procedures, regulations, and agreements when integrating rooftop solar power systems into the national electricity network managed by the state electricity company.
 Highlights:
 
 
 High Initial Investment: Discusses the challenges related to the upfront costs of purchasing solar components, batteries, inverters, and installation despite minimal operational costs.
 
 
 Government Support: Emphasizes the role of government regulations, such as Regulation Number 26 of 2021, in supporting and providing a legal framework for rooftop solar power systems connected to the national electricity grid.
 
 
 Integration with National Grid: Highlights the on-grid capability of rooftop solar power systems, enabling them to supplement energy needs and aligning with the capacity of the national electricity network managed by the state electricity company (PLN).
 
 
 Keywords: Legality, Solar Cell, New and Renewable Energy (EBT), On-Grid.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION USING THE DEA METHOD: A CASE STUDY OF ELECTRICITY COMPANIES IN INDONESIA

Performance evaluation aims to continuously monitor the efficiency and economics of company operations and offers information for company decision-making. Adequate and comparable performance evaluation requires a method and measuring tool that can measure company performance in a complex manner. DEA is a method that allows the use of quantitative and qualitative characteristics. The State Electricity Company (PLN) is a company that focuses on the electric power sector for the benefit of society and the state. PLN's business sector consists of businesses such as: (i) production, transmission, and distribution of electric power; (ii) planning and development of electric power; (iii) exploitation and development of electric power; and (iv) business of services in the electricity sector. Indonesia's economic growth relies heavily on electricity. The aim of the research is to evaluate PLN's performance in Indonesia using the DEA method. DEA is a linear programming method that deals with performance measurement. Performance measurement consists of input and output parameters. Performance evaluation is one way to identify effective and ineffective DMU. In this way, PLN, as the driving force of the economy in Indonesia, can develop well in a sustainable manner. The research results indicated that efficient DMUs have a percentage of 94% and inefficient DMUs have a percentage of 6%.

The Impact Of Work Discipline, Leadership Style, Teamwork On Employee Performance Through Satisfaction

The aim of this research is to determine the direct and indirect influence of work discipline, leadership style, team collaboration on employee performance through job satisfaction. The motorbike taxis for this research are the State Electricity Company (PLN) Persero Distribution of Central Java and DIY. The population of this research is all PLN employees distribution in Central Java and DIY, totaling 140 employees. The sampling technique used in this research was the census sampling technique which obtained 115 samples. Research data was obtained from questionnaires distributed to respondents. The research method is quantitative using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) using AMOS version 26 software. The research results show that work discipline, collaboration time has a direct effect on employee performance, while leadership style has no direct effect on employee performance. The results further show that work discipline and collaboration time have an indirect effect on employee performance through job satisfaction, whereas leadership style has an indirect effect on employee performance through job satisfaction.