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The Indonesian government has announced plans to implement the B50 biofuel policy, which involves blending 50% palm oil in fuel starting July 2026. This initiative aims to enhance energy independence and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Indonesian Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman announced the allocation of approximately <strong>3.5 million tons</strong> of crude palm oil to support the B50 biofuel program, set to launch on <strong>July 1, 2026</strong>. This initiative aims to enhance energy security and reduce reliance on diesel imports.
Yusuf Rendi Manilet, a researcher at CORE in Indonesia, emphasized that accelerating the implementation of B50 biodiesel requires comprehensive readiness from production to distribution stages. This is essential to ensure national energy stability amid global tensions.
Mohammad Faisal, Executive Director of the Center for Economic Reforms in Indonesia, emphasized that accelerating the implementation of the B50 biodiesel system requires stable supplies of raw materials and government policies. This comes as the country seeks to reduce its reliance on diesel imports.