Tetra Tech is delivering the five-year Indonesia–Aotearoa New Zealand Geothermal Energy Programme (PINZ), a NZD 15.64 million initiative funded by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) in partnership with the Government of Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR).
Building on the success of previous geothermal development programmes, PINZ supports Indonesia’s energy transition and sustainable economic development through targeted geothermal technical assistance.
Our role
As part of the PINZ initiative, Tetra Tech provides end-to-end technical assistance and capacity building across three key areas:
- Sector Policy, Regulation, and Planning
Delivering strategic advice to support geothermal policy, regulation, and planning. - Technical Support for Exploration and Project Preparation
Providing targeted geoscience support for progressing geothermal exploration projects and preparing geothermal power and direct use projects for commercial development. - Workforce Development
Enhancing skills in the geothermal sector through vocational training, workshops, and support for Indonesian polytechnics and training institutions.
Impact
PINZ aims to:
- Accelerate the development of geothermal resources for both electricity and direct use.
- Build technical capacity to meet sector growth and decarbonisation goals.
- Foster inclusive, sustainable, and mutually beneficial partnerships between Indonesia and New Zealand.
Partners
PINZ collaborates with a broad range of stakeholders, including:
- Government of Indonesia agencies: Directorate General of New, Renewable, and Energy Conservation (EBTKE), BPSDM, Badan Geologi.
- Education and Training Institutions: Indonesian universities, polytechnics, and government training agencies.
- Industry Associations: New Zealand Geothermal Association, Indonesian Geothermal Association (INAGA).
- Others: BAPPENAS, National Energy Council (DEN), Ministry of Education, and local government agencies.
Our expert
Dara Doldo
Dara Doldo is the Director of our Infrastructure Practice at Tetra Tech International Development.
Evelyn Gunawan
Evelyn Gunawan is a Programme Director at Tetra Tech International Development, leading the strategic implementation of Program Implementation Unit in Jakarta.