Jakarta pushes wider B50 biodiesel use and faster electric-vehicle rollout

During a press conference at the Coordinating Ministry for Food Affairs, Hanif appealed to Pertamina to prioritize B50 biodiesel deliveries to Jakarta, arguing the blend could reduce sulfur content in the air by about 50 percent relative to conventional diesel. He added that accelerating electric-vehicle adoption is essential for the capital’s emission-cutting strategy. Pertamina’s vice-president of corporate communication, Muhammad Baron, said the state-owned firm is already distributing B50 from terminals to public stations across the region.

He emphasized that the transition period is being used to maintain supply stability and fuel quality through regular testing. Baron also noted ongoing coordination with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and the Downstream Oil and Gas Regulatory Agency to ensure smooth implementation. The push aligns with national goals of energy self-sufficiency and reduced fuel imports.