Indonesia's Electricity Consumption Surges to 1,584 kWh Per Capita in 2025

Significant Achievement in Energy Access

Indonesia has made a remarkable stride in its energy sector, with per capita electricity consumption reaching 1,584 kilowatt-hours (kWh) in 2025. This figure not only marks a 12% increase from 1,411 kWh in 2024 but also exceeds the government's initial target of 1,464 kWh per capita ¹

Economic Growth and Energy Access

The substantial rise in electricity consumption is attributed to both economic growth and improved energy access across the nation. Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources, Bahlil Lahadalia, highlighted that this increase is a direct indicator of growing economic activity and development ¹

Electrification Targets and Progress

The Indonesian government has set ambitious targets for electrifying the remaining unconnected regions. As of 2025, there are still 5,700 villages and 4,400 hamlets without electricity. President Prabowo Subianto has directed that all these areas should be electrified by 2029-2030 ²

Implementation and Achievements

The Ministry of ESDM has been actively working on the electrification program through initiatives like the Village Electricity Program (Lisdes) and the New Electricity Installation Assistance (BPBL). By 2025, the government has successfully electrified 1,516 locations, benefiting 77,616 households ³

Future Plans

The government is committed to continuing its efforts to achieve universal electrification. The focus is not only on providing electricity infrastructure but also on ensuring that it serves as a tool for social justice and equitable development ²