Indonesia's dilemma: Nickel production consumes a lot of electricity!

Indonesia’s dilemma: Nickel production consumes a lot of electricity!

-Electricity consumption will increase due to EV production, and CO2 emissions will increase rapidly-

Indonesian dilemma:In EV production

the “dilemma of rapid increase in power consumption and rapid increase in CO2 emissions” is becoming apparent.

Indonesia aiming for EV production:

“Indonesia, which aims to become a base for EV production,” is facing a major problem.

Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia:

The Indonesian government has launched a “strategy to gather EV-related industries and lead to economic growth.

South Korea’s Hyundai to produce EVs locally

Hyundai received an invitation from Indonesia to start local production of EVs in 2022.

Hyundai Motor Indonesia: Makmur COO

The era of increased EV production has already begun. The Indonesian government is very cooperative.

Why EV in Indonesia?

Nickel is an essential raw material for cathode materials in batteries.Indonesia has the world’s largest reserves.

Nickel production consumes a lot of electricity. However, it was pointed out that “there are pitfalls in this national project.”

NGOs monitor environmental policy: Mamit Suthiawan

The Indonesian government is busy promoting EVs. Environmental issues remain.

A processing company in Sulawesi is now requesting additional supplies from the power company.

Nickel processing company: CEO Amil Zhao

A total of 1,000 megawatts will be used over the next five to six years. In addition, add 4 processing plants.

Coal-fired power accounts for 60% of power generation:

Coal-fired power accounts for 60% of power generation in Indonesia.

If coal-fired power is used to increase nickel production, CO2 emissions will skyrocket.

Think tank expert: Idain Marciano

In the future, it will be essential to “utilize renewable energy for nickel production in Indonesia.”