Jakarta, INTI - The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is encouraging the strengthening of the electric vehicle (EV) battery ecosystem in Indonesia through a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) themed "Circular Economy-Based Supply Chain Integration Strategy in the EV Battery Industry to Accelerate the Energy Transition," held at the B.J. Habibie Science and Technology Center in Serpong on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
The Head of Fuel Technology Research Center at BRIN, Jan Setiawan, stated that the increasing use of electric vehicles and the need for energy storage systems make batteries a strategic component that must be managed sustainably throughout the life cycle.
"Utilizing second-life batteries, or electric vehicle batteries that are no longer optimal, still has potential for other applications, particularly as Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This approach aligns with the principles of a circular economy, which encourage more efficient and sustainable resource utilization," said Jan.
The Head of Organization for Energy and Manufacturing (OREM) of BRIN, Cuk Supriyadi Ali Nandar, added that battery use is now increasingly widespread, not only in electric land vehicles, but also in electric ships, electric boats, and even drones.
"With the increasing number of electric vehicles, we need to prepare for good battery management. After their useful life, these batteries don't simply become waste, but still have the potential to be reused through the second-life battery concept or recycled to obtain valuable materials," he said.
Electric Vehicle Usage for NZE Target
Meanwhile, Unggul Priyanto, a member of the National Energy Council (DEN), assessed that electrification in various sectors is a crucial strategy in achieving the Net Zero Emission target. According to him, the use of electric vehicles and electric-based equipment will continue to increase in line with efforts to reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
"The use of fuel oil in vehicles and LPG for household needs will gradually be replaced by electric vehicles and electrically powered appliances, which are more efficient and environmentally friendly," explained Unggul.
He added that the battery industry's prospects will become increasingly strategic as the government continues to encourage the accelerated adoption of electric vehicles as part of decarbonization efforts, the energy transition, and reducing dependence on fuel imports.
Conclusion
BRIN is encouraging the strengthening of the electric vehicle (EV) battery ecosystem through discussions on supply chain integration based on a circular economy to support the energy transition. Jan Setiawan, stated that out-of-optimal electric vehicle batteries can still be utilized as second-life batteries. Meanwhile, Cuk Supriyadi Ali Nandar, added that battery governance needs to be prepared now because battery use is increasingly widespread. Unggul Priyanto stated that electrification is a crucial strategy towards Net Zero Emissions, with electric vehicles and electricity-based equipment gradually replacing fuel and LPG.
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