Danantara Urged to Disclose Waste-to-Energy Project Tender Winners

Transparency Request Before Groundbreaking Ceremony

Badan Pengelola Investasi (BPI) Danantara is facing pressure to disclose the winners of the Waste-to-Energy (WtE) or Pembangkit Listrik Tenaga Sampah (PLTSa) project tender before proceeding with the groundbreaking or peletakan batu pertama ceremony. The call for transparency comes as the project is moving forward with seven regions having obtained approval from the relevant ministries.

Project Background and Current Status

The Waste-to-Energy project is part of the government's hilirisasi or downstreaming initiatives. According to CEO Rosan Perkasa Roeslani, the project is currently in the tender process stage, with bidding expected to commence in mid-November 2025. The project involves converting waste into electrical energy, addressing both waste management and energy production needs.

Key Stakeholders and Next Steps

The Coordinating Ministry for Food and Ministry of Environment have given their approval for the seven regions to proceed with the project. Danantara's transparency regarding the tender winners is seen as crucial for maintaining public trust in the project's execution. The groundbreaking ceremony is anticipated to be a significant milestone in the project's implementation.