IDState-owned electricity provider PT PLN is advancing efforts to make Bali more energy independent by expanding renewable energy projects and improving electrical infrastructure, according to a report. The initiative aligns with the 2025–2034 Electricity Supply Business Plan (RUPTL). Bali's electricity demand has risen significantly, reaching 8.02% growth, much higher than the national average, due to sustained economic and tourism activities. Currently, Bali's power grid serves approximately 1.96 million customers with peak demand approaching 1,300 megawatts. While the island relies partially on Java for electricity through the Java-Bali interconnection, local power plants still depend heavily on fossil fuels. Under the RUPTL plan, PLN aims to add 2.74 gigawatts of new generation capacity, including 886.8 megawatts from renewables, 307.5 megawatts from energy storage, and 1,550 megawatts from gas-fired plants. Additional infrastructure such as 885 kilometers of transmission lines and expanded substations will be built to support growing demand. However, implementation faces challenges like limited land availability, cultural and spiritual concerns, and technical and financial roadb
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about energy planning and infrastructure development in Bali without overtly favoring any political stance. It includes quotes from both PLN officials and an external expert, providing balanced perspectives on the challenges and goals of the energy transition
