Jakarta, INTI - Pertamina and LanzaTech signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop technology-based low-carbon energy solutions at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston. The MoU was signed by Pertamina's Deputy President Director, Oki Muraza, and LanzaTech CEO, Jennifer Holmgren.
LanzaTech is known as a US-based technology company developing the utilization of carbon-rich waste gas into fuels and chemicals through a microbial fermentation process. With a circular economy approach, the technology developed helps the industry reduce emissions while creating economic value and supporting energy security.
This collaboration focuses on the development of waste-to-fuel technology, specifically the conversion of municipal waste into ethanol through fermentation. It is expected to provide a solution to waste management issues while opening new opportunities in the alternative energy sector and the recycled carbon-based chemical industry.
Hopes on Tackling Waste Challenges
Oki Muraza stated that Indonesia currently faces the challenge of increasing municipal waste volumes and the need for clean energy. He stated that the national waste volume reaches approximately 56,600 tons per day, while ethanol demand is expected to increase to 2.4 million kiloliters by 2030.
"Through this collaboration, we are promoting concrete solutions to transform challenges into opportunities by converting waste into economically valuable fuels while supporting the energy transition," he said.
This collaboration will open opportunities for developing a circular economy value chain, from waste processing and ethanol production to the use of its derivative products as blended fuels and raw materials for the chemical industry. This model is considered to have the potential to create new revenue sources while increasing the efficiency of waste and energy management.
Jennifer Holmgren explained that LanzaTech's microbial fermentation technology can convert various carbon sources into high-value products, including ethanol. With global experience and operating commercial facilities in several countries, the company's modular technology is considered flexible for integration with existing infrastructure, including refineries and urban waste management systems.
This collaboration is expected to strengthen the development of an integrated circular economy, increase domestic energy supply, and open investment opportunities in the technology-based clean energy sector.
Conclusion
Pertamina and LanzaTech have partnered to develop waste-to-fuel technology that converts urban waste into ethanol through microbial fermentation. This collaboration aims to support low-carbon energy while also addressing Indonesia's waste problem. This collaboration also opens up opportunities for developing a circular economy, from waste processing to the production of fuels and raw materials for the chemical industry.
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