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Energy plays a vital role in human life. It is needed for various activities, from lighting, transportation, studying, working, to cooking. Additionally, energy is a primary need in various sectors such as industry, agriculture, education, healthcare, and transportation.

However, the current energy supply is still dominated by non-renewable sources such as petroleum, natural gas, and coal. The dependency on these energy sources poses potential issues, especially as their availability in nature becomes more limited and they are non-renewable in a short time frame.

Therefore, renewable energy in Indonesia presents a more sustainable alternative. This energy source can be naturally replenished in a relatively short period and has a lower environmental impact. So, what is renewable energy? Let’s explore more in the following discussion:

What is Renewable Energy?

Renewable energy is sourced from nature and can be utilized sustainably. The concept of renewable energy gained global attention around the 1970s as awareness of the limitations of fossil energy sources grew.

Apart from being naturally replenished, renewable energy is also known to be more eco-friendly, relatively safe, and affordable. Its use can reduce the damage and pollution typically caused by non-renewable energy. Moreover, when managed well, renewable energy will not run out and supports sustainable energy solutions.

Renewable energy also offers high flexibility and can supply electricity to both urban areas connected to the national grid and remote areas not yet reached by the grid. Some examples of renewable energy applications are:

• Cirata Solar Power Plant, West Java
• Likupang Solar Power Plant, North Sulawesi
• Sidrap Wind Power Plant, South Sulawesi
• Jeneponto Wind Power Plant, South Sulawesi
• Saguling Hydropower Plant, West Java

Benefits of Renewable Energy

The use of renewable energy in Indonesia offers numerous benefits that support environmental sustainability and future energy needs. Here are the benefits:

• Environmentally friendly: Renewable energy can help reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, which contribute to health issues and climate change.
• Job creation: Developing renewable energy can enhance job opportunities, particularly in installation, maintenance, and technology development sectors.
• Sustainable energy source: Renewable energy is unlikely to run out since it is naturally replenished, providing a long-term energy solution for the world.
• Reducing fossil fuel dependency: Using renewable energy can reduce dependence on fossil fuels, thus making energy sources safer for the environment.
• Reducing geopolitical risks: By reducing dependence on energy imports, renewable energy enhances national energy security and stability.

Types of Renewable Energy

Renewable energy includes several types, such as:

Solar Energy

Solar energy is one of the most abundant sources of energy because it comes from sunlight. It can be used for various purposes like electricity generation, natural lighting, heating, cooling, and more. Typically, solar energy is harnessed to generate electricity through photovoltaic panels that convert sunlight into electrical energy.

Hydropower

Water has long been used as an energy source due to its abundance. Instead of just being used for daily consumption, recreational areas, or irrigation systems, water can also be harnessed as renewable energy. One way to utilize it is through hydropower plants, where the flow of water moves turbines or windmills to generate electricity.

Wind Energy

The pressure differences between high and low-pressure areas create wind, and its kinetic energy can be used as renewable energy. Wind energy is typically harnessed using wind turbines, where the rotation of the blades drives a generator to produce electricity. Wind energy operates similarly to hydropower, but the movement source comes from the wind.

Geothermal Energy

As the name suggests, geothermal energy comes from the heat stored within the Earth’s layers. To harness geothermal energy, drilling is done until a surface reservoir of heat is reached. The heat produced is then used to move turbines, which generate electricity. Some countries with the largest geothermal resources include Indonesia, New Zealand, and the Philippines, due to their location on the Pacific Ring of Fire.

Bioenergy

Unlike other energy sources, bioenergy comes from organic materials and living organisms like agricultural waste, animal manure, grass, wood, and household waste, also known as biomass. It can be used directly or processed through a series of steps. Examples of bioenergy products include bio-aviation fuel, biogas, bioethanol, biodiesel, and more.

Renewable Energy from Essens Renewable

Solar energy, as one of Indonesia’s primary renewable energy sources, provides a clean, eco-friendly, and sustainable electricity solution. Essens Renewable Indonesia offers integrated solar energy solutions, including Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services, covering all project phases from planning to operation. With extensive global industry experience, Essens Renewable supports every phase of the project, from initial consultation and development to system installation and long-term maintenance.

Why Choose Essens Renewable?

At Essens Renewable, sustainability is not just a slogan, but a principle at the core of everything we do. Our commitment is reflected through innovative solar solutions and high-tech photovoltaic (PV) systems that help individuals, businesses, and communities reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean, renewable energy sources.

Each project is designed to minimize land use, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and lessen dependence on fossil fuels. By selecting Tier-1 solar components and implementing smart energy management systems, we ensure that each solution delivers long-term environmental impact.

We also emphasize social sustainability. Our projects create jobs, strengthen local economies, and enhance community resilience. Through education and collaboration, we empower local stakeholders to play an active role in the energy transition.

With cutting-edge technology innovations, Essens Renewable provides solar energy solutions for household, commercial, and industrial electricity needs. Ready to switch to solar energy with Essens Renewable? Learn more about Essens Renewable here, and contact us for further information.

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Solar panels, or solar energy, have been recognized as the world’s cheapest source of electricity. This conclusion comes from a recent discovery and should be considered if you plan to switch to clean and renewable energy.

Learn more about solar energy and solar panel installation with Essens Renewable, an experienced EPC solar panel provider that offers surveys, procurement, and construction of solar power plants (EPC solar solutions), in the following article:

Solar Panels as the Cheapest Clean Energy

A recent study from the University of Surrey found that solar panels are the cheapest source of electricity globally, surpassing other energy sources such as wind, coal, and gas. In countries with abundant sunlight, the cost of producing one unit of solar energy is even less than EUR 1.

The research also concluded that the price drop of lithium-ion batteries by 89% since 2010 has made solar energy storage systems just as cost-efficient as gas power plants.

However, several other factors contribute to solar panels being the cheapest clean energy source, such as:

• Technological and manufacturing industry advancements: Technology improvements have increased the efficiency of converting sunlight into electricity, thus reducing the cost per watt produced. Additionally, advancements in manufacturing have made solar panels cheaper to produce.
• Increased production: The rising global demand for solar energy has driven manufacturers to produce solar components at scale, which in turn reduces material, labor, and production costs.
• Government policies and incentives: Government involvement through subsidies and tax incentives has also boosted solar energy adoption, creating a stable and supportive environment for solar panel installations.

Therefore, the photovoltaic (PV) technology used in solar panels is not only economically affordable but also a key driver of the global shift toward clean and renewable energy.

Essens Renewable Indonesia as an EPC Solar Panel Provider

Founded as RWE Solar India Pvt Ltd and Belectric Photovoltaic India Pvt Ltd, Essens Renewable is one of the three largest and fastest-growing EPC solar panel companies in India. Essens Renewable has decades of experience executing large-scale and complex solar power plant projects globally.

Historically, Essens Renewable has completed 1.65 GWp of total project capacity across 11 provinces in India. These projects are owned by more than 30 clients across utility, commercial, and industrial sectors, demonstrating Essens Renewable’s capability to deliver large-scale projects for a variety of clients.

Essens Renewable also experienced stable growth from 2021 to 2022, despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and global supply chain disruptions, reflecting its resilience amid global disruptions.

This experience has enabled Essens Renewable to expand its operations to Indonesia and establish Essens Renewable Indonesia. With international expertise and a solid track record, Essens Renewable Indonesia provides high-quality EPC solar solutions tailored to meet local regulations, climate conditions, and customer needs.

We are committed to being a trusted partner in driving Indonesia’s renewable energy goals. Currently, Essens Renewable Indonesia is actively developing a 5 MW solar panel project in the country.

Essens Renewable Indonesia’s Technology and Expertise as an EPC Solar Panel Provider

Essens Renewable Indonesia possesses the technical expertise and cutting-edge technology needed for the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) of solar power plants. Some of our capabilities include:

• Expertise in implementing robotic module cleaning systems to improve energy production and reduce consumption during the O&M stage.
• Expertise in designing and building power evacuation substations up to 230 kV.
• Expertise in designing fixed tilt and tracker module support structures using Mono PERC and Bifacial module technology.
• Experience in designing and implementing megawatt-scale projects using String and Central inverter technology.

Essens Renewable Indonesia’s Commitment

Essens Renewable Indonesia follows the “EDGE” commitment, which stands for:

• [E]nd-to-End In-House Capabilities: Our expert team handles everything from concept, engineering, procurement, construction, to solar panel operations, with direct engagement with over 700 suppliers and partners worldwide.
• [D]edicated to Safety, Health & Environmental Excellence: We enforce uncompromising safety, health, and environmental policies (HSE).
• [G]lobal-Class Technical Expertise: We are the only EPC solar panel provider in our segment with experience executing projects of over 450 MWp in a single location and have operated over 1.3 GWp of solar energy. Our team also has deep expertise in inverter technology, fixed modules, solar trackers, and both String and Central inverters.
• [E]merging Advanced Technological Components: We only use Tier 1 solar modules and inverters, and employ robotic module cleaning systems for optimal performance and water savings.

Our commitment as an EPC solar panel provider is supported by international certifications, such as ISO 45001 for Occupational Health and Safety Management, ISO 9001 for Quality Management, and ISO 14001 for Environmental Management Systems.

Essens Renewable Indonesia is also committed to sustainability, integrating various ESG initiatives in every project and offering full transparency regarding the impact generated.

Discover the range of EPC solar projects we can handle on our Project Portfolio page or Contact Us to discuss your solar panel needs.

Source:

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