PGN and Unilever sign statement to explore Indonesian biomethane development
The companies aim to discuss supply, infrastructure and industrial demand, with an emphasis on traceability and measurable emissions reductions.
PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (Persero) Tbk (PGN) and Unilever have signed a joint statement to explore opportunities for developing Indonesia’s biomethane sector. Signed at the COP31 UNFCCC climate conference in Antalya, Türkiye, the statement sets out their shared interest in supporting the energy transition and reducing industrial emissions.
The companies welcomed further discussions with government agencies, industry associations, project developers, investors and other stakeholders. Areas for exploration include project readiness, infrastructure integration, market development, traceability and supporting regulation.
In a statement dated 11 November 2026, PGN’s director of strategy and business development, Mirza Mahendra, said the company’s existing gas infrastructure, market access and distribution experience could connect biomethane development opportunities with industrial customers seeking lower-carbon energy. He also affirmed PGN’s commitment to a supply chain that is technically sustainable and commercially viable.
Unilever chief procurement officer Shailendra Sadera said Indonesia had an opportunity to turn organic waste into renewable energy while cutting methane emissions. He said development would depend on feedstock supply, infrastructure, industrial demand and suitable enabling conditions.
Unilever said credible market signals could improve project economics and give investors and developers greater confidence to move projects towards implementation. Sadera added that, if developed appropriately, biomethane could complement electricity use and energy efficiency, with strong sustainability standards needed from the outset.
