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B50, A Testament To The Government's Commitment To Providing Energy And Boosting The Added Value Of Commodities

The government is actively working to ensure energy availability and easy access for the public, including affordable B50 biodiesel, while also keeping environmental protection in mind. This was shared by Andi Nur Alamsyah, the Chair of the B50 Working Group, during the soft launch of B50 biodiesel at the PT Jhonlin Agro Raya biodiesel plant in Batulicin, South Kalimantan, on Sunday (August 18, 2024). "Energy security is a crucial aspect of national resilience. Additionally, the national energy security through B50 can help reduce carbon emissions, address the trade deficit, and improve farmers' welfare," Andi stated. He pointed out that the future challenges of developing B50 biodiesel go beyond just securing raw materials from CPO; there also needs to be special efforts in the downstream sector to enhance factory capacity and boost production efficiency to 90%. Furthermore, Andi emphasized the need for innovation and technology to adapt B50 specifications, adjust biodiesel incentives, introduce new technologies, and strengthen communication strategies and legal aspects, which his team is currently working on. "We're also adjusting the infrastructure and facilities for the future B50 program," he added. Therefore, a collaborative spirit among all stakeholders is key to successfully implementing B50, involving technical ministries and agencies at both central and regional levels. "It's important to highlight the need for a multi-stakeholder approach, including companies and the biodiesel industry, through partnerships that benefit everyone and work together towards sustainable plantation development, especially for national energy security," he concluded.

At the same event, Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman pointed out that Indonesia has a strong position in food and biodiesel production. He emphasized the importance of managing this potential effectively, noting that the country controls 58% of the world's CPO. This means that B-50 could have significant economic and political impacts, especially since countries in Europe need about 2.6 million KL annually. "So, it's clear that our goal is to get ready for the implementation of B50 biodiesel. This soft launch will mark a historic moment as we lead the way in B50 implementation in our country," he stated.

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