Optimization of Floating Solar PV Systems for Indonesia’s Tropical Climate and Water Bodies

 Background

• As an archipelagic country with numerous lakes, reservoirs, and coastal waters, Indonesia holds great potential for Floating Solar PV (FSPV) development. 
• This technology reduces land use requirements while offering enhanced solar panel efficiency due to water’s cooling effect. 
• However, the implementation of Floating PV (FPV) in Indonesia faces challenges such as extreme tropical weather conditions, algae growth, and fluctuating water levels. 
• Therefore, this research focuses on optimizing the design, performance, and sustainability of FPV systems in Indonesia’s water environments

Research Focus

1. Analysis of Potential Floating PV Locations in Indonesia
2. Optimization of Floating PV Design and Materials for Tropical Climates
3. Efficiency Analysis and PV Module Degradation in Floating PV Systems
4. Integration of Floating PV with the Power Grid and Energy Storage Systems
5. Economic, Regulatory, and Sustainability Aspects of Floating PV in Indonesia

Expected Outcomes

• A map of potential Floating PV development sites in Indonesia.
• An optimal modular Floating PV design for Indonesia’s tropical conditions.
• Efficiency models and long-term degradation predictions for Floating PV.
• Analysis of FPV integration with the power grid and energy storage systems.
• Policy recommendations, regulatory frameworks, and business models to support FPV implementation.

1. Demonstration plant at Puspiptek Serpong;
2. Feasibility study FPV at Lake Towuti (South Sulawesi); Sigura-gura (North Sumatera), etc

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