印尼卢穆特巴莱二期地热电站项目正式投入商业运行

Core Points - The Lumut Balai Phase II geothermal power station project in Indonesia, constructed by Shandong Electric Power Construction Third Engineering Company, has successfully entered the commercial operation phase as of July 2 [1][5]. Project Overview - The project is located in Muara Enim County, South Sumatra Province, Indonesia, with an installed capacity of 55 MW. It includes systems such as transmission and transformation lines, booster stations, steam collection, and brine reinjection pipelines [4]. - The project is the first EPC project for a flash steam geothermal power station executed by a Chinese company globally [4]. - The Indonesian government aims to add 5.2 GW of geothermal power capacity by 2034, with renewable energy accounting for 76% of the new power generation capacity [4]. Project Timeline and Achievements - The project was signed during the G20 Business Summit on November 11, 2022, and construction officially began on December 29, 2022 [4]. - Key milestones include the completion of the FCRS steam pipeline blowout on May 25, 2025, the first grid connection on June 14, 2025, and successful reliability testing on June 29, 2025 [4]. - The project received formal approval from the Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and the state electricity company on July 2, 2025, confirming its commercial operation [4]. Significance - The successful operation of the project marks a significant achievement for Shandong Electric Power Construction Third Engineering Company in the clean energy sector [5]. - It contributes to Indonesia's sustainable development strategy, showcasing "Chinese wisdom" and "Chinese strength" in the renewable energy field [5].