Indonesia is planning to integrate rooftop solar power and natural gas networks into its upcoming residential developments. Ministers met in Jakarta to align energy and housing programs, targeting industrial centers and government-backed housing initiatives.
Bilateral Talks at the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources
Government officials met in Jakarta on Friday, October 9, 2026, to discuss a joint strategy linking housing construction with clean energy infrastructure.
According to Investor Trust, Bahlil described the meeting as ending well, productively, and successfully, praising his counterpart by stating, Pak Menteri Ara top.
CNN Indonesia reported that Bahlil characterized the inter-ministerial discussions as productive. IDN Times noted that the integrated housing initiatives also tie into President Prabowo Subianto’s homes program. Maruarar Sirait expressed appreciation for Bahlil’s support during the discussions.
Today, along with the Minister of Housing, Pak Ara, I am discussing the concept of housing development that will utilize gas networks and solar power plant-based electricity in several areas that will be developed by the Minister of Housing. Bahlil
The discussion centered on embedding rooftop solar power systems and natural gas pipelines directly into housing projects designated for development. Officials indicated that designing these utilities from the ground up will support upcoming government housing targets, with Maruarar praising the concept as an extraordinary idea from the Minister that will bring major leaps forward in housing preparation through investor collaboration.
Targeting Industrial Centers and Regional Hubs
The administration is mapping out potential pilot locations near major economic zones and industrial centers across the archipelago. Among the primary areas under consideration is the Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park in Central Halmahera, North Maluku, cited by Bisnis as a potential large-scale worker settlement pilot.
Investment in the Weda Bay industrial project has reached US$ 20 miliar, with an additional US$ 7 miliar currently moving through active administrative processes. Investor Trust and Bisnis noted that Bahlil previously recorded these investments during his tenure as Minister of Investment, or Head of BKPM. The high volume of industrial activity and workforce expansion in the region prompted authorities to prioritize worker housing, as the heavy investment activity opens substantial employment opportunities that require well-planned worker settlements.
In addition to North Maluku, the Ministry of Housing and Settlement Areas is evaluating project sites in Tangerang regency in Banten and Bekasi regency in West Java.
Land Grants and State Investment Agency Financing
Plans for the Bekasi region include utilizing a 30-hectare land grant from Lippo located in Meikarta. Financing and construction for these regional pilot projects will follow directives from the presidency, with execution managed by the Investment Management Agency, or BPI Danantara.
Later, the construction and financing, in accordance with the President's directives, will come from Danantara, yes, Pak Rosan [Roeslani, CEO of Danantara] and Pak Dony [Oskaria, COO of Danantara]. Maruarar
Technical execution of the utility installations will fall under the purview of the housing ministry, while regulatory frameworks and formal site studies are currently being drafted. When questioned by Bisnis regarding a concrete start date for the implementation process, Bahlil stated that the schedule remains under review and will be addressed at a later time.
