Over the past decade, the Patuha Geothermal Power Plant Unit 1, operated by PT Geo Dipa Energi (Persero), has stood as a testament to the potential of geothermal energy. Drawing from a steam-dominated geothermal reservoir with 12 production wells and 2 injection wells, the power plants boasts of a generating capacity of 60 MW. In 2023 alone, Patuha Unit 1 produced 498 GWh of electricity, contributing to a cumulative total of 4,602 GWh over its ten years of operation.
The Patuha geothermal power plant has demonstrated exceptional reliability, achieving an Availability Factor (AF) of 99.8% in 2023. This impressive milestone is attributed to the consistent performance of its wells and strategic management practices, including the extension of Operation Running Hours and the rescheduling of overhaul activities through the use of machine learning GEOREC for asset reliability and performance reviews.
On the development and exploration front, March 2024 marked a significant achievement with the successful drilling of 12 new wells in Patuha, reaching 138% of the target capacity. This endeavor achieved a 100% success ratio, paving the way for further exploration in the North Patuha area.
Throughout its operations, PT Geo Dipa Energi (Persero) has maintained a strong commitment to Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) & Safeguard standards. Remarkably, the HSSE performance has recorded 8 million safe work hours with zero lost time incidents since the plant began production in 2014. This dedication to safety and excellence has earned the company numerous accolades, including the Proper Hijau Award, Best Power Plant Company – Renewable Energy, Best CSR Electricity Company, Best Employee Value & Performance, Best in Talent Management, and Best Labor Relation, ADB award on Disbursement, Safeguard & Gender aspect.
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