PLN Sees Significant Increase in Electric Vehicle Charging During 2025/2026 Holiday Season

Record-Breaking Consumption at SPKLU Stations

PT PLN (Persero), Indonesia's state-owned electricity company, has reported a substantial surge in electricity consumption at Public Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (SPKLU) during the 2025/2026 New Year's holiday period. The data shows a 479% increase in energy consumption at these charging stations between December 15, 2025, and January 5, 2026, compared to the same period last year.

Key Statistics Highlight Growing EV Adoption

The total energy distributed through SPKLU stations during this period reached 5.619 megawatt-hours (MWh). In addition to the energy consumption growth, the frequency of charging transactions also saw a significant rise. There were 234,136 charging transactions recorded, marking a 485% increase from the 48,254 transactions during the previous year's holiday period.

Implications for Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

According to PLN's CEO, Darmawan Prasodjo, the increased usage of electric vehicles during the holiday season demonstrates their growing popularity not just for short-distance travel but also for long-distance journeys across regions, including during the traditional mudik (homecoming) period. This trend underscores the expanding infrastructure needs for electric vehicle charging stations, particularly along major travel routes.

Future Outlook for EV Infrastructure Development

The significant increase in both energy consumption and transaction frequency at SPKLU stations during peak travel periods highlights the need for continued investment in electric vehicle charging infrastructure. As the adoption of electric vehicles continues to grow, particularly during major holidays, PLN is likely to face increasing demands on its SPKLU network. The company may need to enhance its infrastructure to accommodate the rising number of electric vehicles on Indonesian roads, ensuring that charging facilities are readily available and efficient, even during peak usage times.