President Prabowo Subianto has expressed his confidence in Indonesia’s ability to achieve net-zero carbon emissions as scheduled, positioning the country as a pioneer in this milestone. During a video conference on the inauguration of renewable energy development and oil production expansion in East Java, Prabowo underlined Indonesia’s efficiency in energy generation and reduction of costly logistics chains. He highlighted the crucial role of energy independence in Indonesia’s vision for national sovereignty, unveiling the government’s plan to launch 55 new renewable energy projects, including geothermal power plants, to provide clean, reliable, and efficient energy throughout the archipelago. Prabowo praised the collaborative efforts of ministries, regulatory bodies, and energy companies like Medco Energi and ExxonMobil in supporting Indonesia’s energy transformation. Despite the country’s significant oil and gas reserves, he emphasized the importance of renewable energy, especially solar power, in ensuring energy self-sufficiency for communities nationwide. Encouraging optimism for Indonesia’s future, Prabowo pointed to solar energy as a source of hope for villages, districts, regencies, and remote islands. By harnessing renewable energy sources, Indonesia can lead the way towards a brighter and more sustainable future.