Bali Builds Its First Waste-to-Energy Facility Using Proven Tech

RRI.CO.ID, Bali – Indonesia has officially begun building its first Waste-to-Energy (PSEL) facility in Bali. The Denpasar Raya PSEL project was officially launched with a groundbreaking ceremony in Denpasar, Bali, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

Indonesia’s Minister of Investment and Downstreaming, who is also the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Danantara, Rosan Roeslani, stated that this PSEL facility in Bali will be a pioneer in modern, environmentally friendly waste processing. He explained that the technology used is based on internationally recognized standards.

“The technology we’re using has been proven and tested in 50 countries. It can process all types of waste, whether fresh or aged, and absorb and handle it effectively,” he said.

Rosan shared his experience of seeing waste management directly overseas. He was impressed by the cleanliness they had achieved there.

The CEO conveyed, “By chance, I’ve visited several facilities in China, Japan, and other countries where this program is implemented, and the facilities I’ve seen are all very clean.”

This strategic collaboration project with the Chinese company Weiming Group is expected to be completed by the end of 2027. Aligned with European environmental standards—specifically the European Industrial Emissions Directive—the Denpasar Raya PSEL is projected to manage over 500,000 metric tons of waste while reducing carbon emissions by up to 640,000 metric tons per year.

Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of Danantara, Pandu Sjahrir, stated, “This project is expected to process more than 500,000 metric tons of waste per year, or more than 40 percent of Bali’s total waste generation. From an environmental perspective, PSEL Bali is also projected to reduce waste emissions from landfills by up to 80 percent and cut carbon emissions by 640,000 metric tons of CO2 per year.”