PT PLN (Persero) has introduced the Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) service as part of its efforts to support the use of environmentally friendly energy.

This initiative has been gaining traction, as evidenced by the growing number of REC customers.

Most recently, PLN provided 275 REC units to PT Agincourt Resources, a gold mining company. This amount is equivalent to 275 Megawatt hours of electricity generated from renewable energy sources.

The agreement was formalized with a power purchase agreement between PLN's North Sumatra Distribution Main Unit (UID Sumatra Utara) and PT Agincourt Resources in Medan on Tuesday, August 13.

PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo stated that this collaboration demonstrates PLN's commitment to working with industry players to support the clean energy transition in Indonesia.

"This REC sale not only shows PLN's commitment to supporting green energy but also strengthens its position as a key partner in realizing a green industry in Indonesia," said Darmawan.

Darmawan emphasized that PLN is fully committed to supporting the competitiveness of national industries by promoting the use of environmentally friendly clean energy.

"We are offering a 100% green electricity service option, supplied by our renewable energy power plants through REC," he added.

He also noted that REC is a service that simplifies the process for customers to gain recognition for using renewable energy in a transparent, accountable, and internationally recognized.

"Each REC certificate verifies that the electricity used by the customer comes from renewable energy sources. We highly appreciate companies that initiate the use of REC as part of their efforts to support the energy transition in Indonesia," Darmawan stated.

Saleh Siswanto, General Manager of PLN UID North Sumatra, expressed appreciation for PT Agincourt Resources' decision to use PLN's REC service.

He noted that this demonstrates the positive reception of PLN's green product innovation by customers, including PT Agincourt Resources.

Saleh highlighted that the use of REC aligns with the company's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and supporting the creation of a green industry in North Sumatra.

"With a purchase of 275,000 units, this is the largest achievement outside of Java.

We thank PT Agincourt Resources for their trust in PLN," Saleh said.

He further assured that PLN is prepared to meet the electricity needs of customers participating in the use of clean energy.

"We are confident in delivering high-quality and reliable electricity supply in every production process.

PLN is also ready to support PT Agincourt Resources' electricity needs to help increase their production," Saleh added.

Jingga Ajani, Senior Manager Commercial of PT Agincourt Resources, stated that the purchase of REC is a demonstration of Astra Group's support for the government's program towards Net Zero Emissions by 2060.

"The purchase of these Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) is in line with Astra Group's target to achieve Net Zero Emissions (NZE) by 2060 and decarbonization by 2030.

"We are committed, together with PLN, to using clean energy and fostering a better environment for the future," said Jingga.