Indonesia is set to create more than 6,800 green jobs through the planned development of nuclear power plants, positioning atomic energy as a key element of its broader shift toward Renewables, according to BRICSTV.
Deputy Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources Yuliot Tanjung said both small modular reactors and larger-scale nuclear facilities could generate significant employment opportunities. He noted that the government has aligned workforce competencies with industry needs by updating vocational training programs and preparing specialized institutions to equip workers with the required skills.
Tanjung added that nuclear is only part of Indonesia’s wider clean energy push. Projections suggest the solar industry could employ more than 348,000 people, hydropower over 129,000, and battery development around 68,000.
Officials argue that diversifying the energy mix will not only accelerate Indonesia’s climate transition but also stimulate sustainable economic growth. The effort forms part of the country’s long-term strategy to cut reliance on fossil fuels, expand renewable capacity, and build a greener workforce for the future.
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