Establishing Plus-Minus-Energy-Regions: The Maluku Archipelago in Indonesia

This book explains and illustrates how Indonesia, the largest and most populous country in Southeast Asia, can become independent of fossil fuels by reducing its energy needs and using renewable resources. The Maluku Archipelago in eastern Indonesia is presented as a model region for a decentralized renewable energy supply strategy, which can be transferred to other regions and help achieve the international 2°C climate goal.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 166 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Indonesia, as the largest and most populous country in Southeast Asia, holds immense potential to achieve independence from fossil fuels by reducing its energy needs and embracing renewable resources. This captivating book delves into the intricate details, providing a comprehensive explanation and vivid illustrations of this transformative journey.

A focal study within this work explores the captivating Maluku Archipelago in eastern Indonesia, with Ambon serving as its capital. Conventional energy is transported to these islands over long distances, employing a combination of boats, ships, and aircrafts. However, this unsustainable situation demands a decentralized renewable energy supply strategy.

Through extensive research presented in this book, it becomes evident that the Maluku Archipelago possesses the remarkable potential to become a so-called "plus-minus" region. Plus-minus regions are characterized by their ability to produce more renewable energy than they require, effectively capturing and storing excess carbon dioxide (CO2).

The authors of this book are firmly convinced that the strategy illustrated on the Maluku Archipelago can be replicated and applied in other regions across the globe. They firmly believe that the achievement of the international 2°C climate goal hinges solely on the development of plus-minus regions. The model region showcased in this book serves as a compelling proof that even emerging countries with limited financial resources can successfully pursue and attain the plus-minus target.

By embracing renewable energy sources and implementing innovative strategies, Indonesia can pave the way toward a sustainable future, mitigating the detrimental impact of fossil fuels on the environment and ensuring a brighter and healthier future for its citizens and the world at large.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030935986
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022