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Quake-prone Indonesia's first nuclear power plant plan stokes safety fears
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Fusion42 · 23 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Indonesia is reviving plans to build its first nuclear power plant by 2032 to meet decarbonisation targets amid safety fears due to the country's seismic activity. The government is considering sites like Semesak Island and seeks presidential approval to formalise the project while facing local concerns and international collaboration with Japan.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Clean Energy.
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Indonesia's nuclear energy plans open new opportunities for clean energy infrastructure and industrial growth despite seismic risks. You must weigh government backing against local opposition and risk perceptions to find early entry points or partnerships.
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