Sumatra, Indonesia's Second Rank

Residents, Resources & economy

Second after Java

Residents, Potential and Customers

Indonesia's second largest island is ranked second in many sectors. The total population is 58 million people, 21.68% of the total population of Indonesia. Second after Java.

20% of PLN's customers are also on the island of Sumatra. The second largest after the island of Java. Similarly, 14% of Indonesia's electricity sales are consumed on the island known for its Bukit Barisan.

The Bukit Barisan Mountains is a mountain range that stretches along Sumatra with a total of 1,650 Km. From the province of Aceh to Lampung. Mountains are the source of water from rivers. Which means the availability of water is neverending source

The potential of NRE water in Sumatra is 12,140 Megawatts. The second largest after Papua. Although there are several provinces that have a surplus of electrical energy, most of it is produced by PLTU. There are several provinces that do not have energy reserves for peak load needs. Meanwhile, provinces that are still in deficit are supplied from other provinces.

NRE Potential in Sumatra

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The potential of hydropower in Aceh The potential of hydropower in Sumatra Utara The potential of hydropower in  Sumatra Selatan The potential of hydropower in  Bengkulu
  • Highlands

    The catchment area is at a high altitude. The size of the catchment area determines the availability of water.

  • Rain Trend

    Not all highlands produce high rainfall. The trend of the destination in an area is different from one another.

  • Location Access

    Hydropower requires water, roads and electricity distribution lines. Strategic means that all three aspects are met.

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