Indonesia's BRIN to Present ANG Technology as LPG Alternative to President Prabowo

Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is set to introduce its adsorbed natural gas (ANG) technology to President Prabowo Subianto, positioning it as a viable alternative to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG).

The agency views ANG technology as a key innovation that could bolster Indonesia's energy security. BRIN Head Arif Satria highlighted its potential to support the nation's energy transformation, noting that it can store natural gas at pressures below 30 bar. This characteristic makes it a promising substitute for LPG, potentially enhancing gas efficiency and decreasing reliance on imported energy resources.

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Some of these are potential products that have not yet entered the market but have promising prospects. One example is ANG technology, which could become part of Indonesia’s energy transformation.

ANG technology utilizes porous adsorbent materials, such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), to store natural gas at significantly lower pressures than compressed natural gas (CNG). While offering advantages in safety, storage efficiency, and potentially lower system costs, the technology still requires further development for widespread commercialization.

Beyond ANG, BRIN is presenting a broad spectrum of around 150 to 200 innovations from 12 research clusters. These cover diverse fields including food, health, transportation, housing, aerospace, aviation, nuclear technology, and rare earth metals. The exhibition aims to showcase research outcomes that can tackle national challenges, particularly in strategic sectors like energy, as Indonesia continues its push for domestic energy solutions.

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If ANG can be used at pressures below 30 bar, it could become a substitute for LPG. This is one of the technologies that could provide solutions in the energy sector.