IDWest Nusa Tenggara (NTB) Governor Lalu Muhamad Iqbal has proposed transforming Bali into a fully renewable energy-powered tourist destination by leveraging the region's solar potential. He highlighted that NTB and neighboring NTT possess substantial solar resources, with NTB having 77 dams suitable for floating solar farms. Utilizing 20% of these reservoirs could generate over 500 MW, combined with NTT’s potential to reach 5-7 GW within five years. Iqbal emphasized the need for regional cooperation between Bali, NTB, and NTT to establish a 'super grid' for reliable power distribution. The plan includes creating 'NTB Capital' to attract investment and streamline regulatory processes. NTT Governor Emanuel Melkiades Laka Lena supported the initiative, noting NTT’s renewable energy potential of 396 GW and commitment to facilitating investment.
Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced discussion of the renewable energy initiative without overtly favoring any political ideology. It reports on the proposals and support from both NTB and NTT governors without taking a clear ideological stance. While the topic involves government action and regional co
