Kamojang

The Kamojang volcanic complex reaches an elevation of 1,730 meters and contains numerous fumaroles, steam vents, and geothermal manifestations across its terrain.

Initial geothermal exploration began in 1926 when Dutch colonial authorities drilled five wells, with the KMJ-3 well still producing steam after nearly 100 years.

The site represents Indonesia's pioneering achievement in geothermal energy development, marking the country's first successful geothermal power generation facility.

The geothermal field generates electricity directly from steam turbines, producing up to 1,752 gigawatt-hours of renewable energy annually for the West Java region.

The volcanic system produces exceptionally dry steam, eliminating the need for water separation processes before electricity generation through the power plant turbines.

Location: Garut

Elevation above the sea: 1,730 m

GPS coordinates: -7.12500,107.80000

Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:27