Jakarta, INTI – Solar powered water pump technology has successfully delivered nearly 5 million liters of clean water to the residents of Golomori Village, in the remote areas of Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, over the past year. Thanks to solar technology, electricity consumption has been reduced by up to 4,000 kWh.
The clean water distribution is carried out by PT Pertamina International Shipping (PIS). Corporate Secretary of PIS, Muhammad Baron, stated that this initiative supports the government’s efforts to improve the welfare of people living in remote areas.
“We support the government’s efforts to enhance the welfare of communities, especially those living in remote areas with limited access to clean water. The goal is to help residents maximize their agricultural output,” said Muhammad Baron, Corporate Secretary of PIS, in a statement on Monday, 18, August, 2025.
Although known as one of Indonesia’s premium tourist destinations, residents in the remote areas of Labuan Bajo still face difficulties accessing clean water. This directly affects agricultural productivity, which serves as the main livelihood for many in the region.
Integrated Marine Ecosystem Conservation
The clean water program is part of the BerSEAnergi for the Sea initiative, a major corporate social and environmental responsibility (CSR) effort by PIS that integrates marine ecosystem conservation with improving the welfare of coastal communities.
One of the key pillars of this program is Desa Energi Berdikari, which focuses on providing access to renewable and sustainable energy in remote areas. The solar powered water pump technology in Golomori is a tangible implementation of this pillar.
Opening Opportunities for Economic Growth
The clean water distribution using solar powered pumps was also initiated by PIS together with Komodo Water, a social enterprise specializing in sustainable water management, one year ago in Dusun Compang Ra’ong. This technology now irrigates seven pilot farming plots (demplots) managed by local farmer groups consisting of 20 members, with plans to expand further.
With improved access to clean water, Baron explained that local farmers can now develop the seven pilot plots managed by the farmer groups. Even crops such as mustard greens, water spinach, and chili peppers are no longer just for local consumption, but also have the potential to be supplied to hotels and accommodations in Labuan Bajo, which is rapidly developing as an international tourist destination.
“Moving forward, PIS aims to develop a supply chain ecosystem to assist communities, not only producing crops like water spinach, mustard greens, and chili peppers, but also marketing them to hotels and accommodations in the heart of Labuan Bajo’s tourism area,” he emphasized.
Aligned with ESG Principles
Recognizing this need, since last year, PIS together with Komodo Water, a social enterprise in sustainable water management, has been operating solar powered water pumps in Dusun Compang Ra’ong. This technology currently irrigates seven pilot farming plots managed by local farmer groups of 20 members, with plans for further expansion.
This initiative also supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly:
- Goal 3: Good health and well being
- Goal 6: Clean water and sanitation
- Goal 13: Climate action
Moreover, the program meets the three core aspects of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, which are now global standards in sustainable business practices.
The success of the program in Golomori demonstrates that improving community welfare requires strong synergy between corporations, local communities, and social partners, producing targeted and sustainable solutions.
Conclusion
By combining eco friendly technology with community empowerment, PIS shows that meeting basic needs, such as access to clean water, can be the first step toward a more resilient and productive future for communities in underdeveloped regions.
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