BALI, Indonesia – February 11, 2025 – Sudamala Resort, Seraya, located in Labuan Bajo,
East Nusa Tenggara, is proud to announce a significant step towards sustainability with the
installation of a Solar Power Plant as the main energy source for its operations. This project is
the result of a collaboration between two pioneering renewable energy companies, Xurya and
Suryagen, aimed at reducing carbon footprints and enhancing the guest experience by providing
ecofriendly environmentally energy.
As the first resort in Labuan Bajo to integrate Solar Power Plants into its operations, Sudamala
Resort, Seraya is committed to supporting Labuan Bajo as a world-class Sustainable Super
Priority Destination. The installation of the Solar Power Plant is not only an investment in
efficient energy infrastructure but also a crucial step towards realizing a greener and more
sustainable future for Indonesian tourism.
With the installation of an off-grid hybrid Solar Power Plant system, nearly 90-95% of
Sudamala Resort, Seraya’s operational energy needs will be met by solar energy. This system
is equipped with batteries and a generator set to ensure operational resilience, even in
emergency situations. The presence of this Solar Power Plant will help significantly reduce
electricity costs compared to the use of conventional diesel generators, while also providing
greater comfort for resort guests who will not be disturbed by noise pollution.
Ben Subrata, CEO of Sudamala Resorts, stated, “This initiative is part of our commitment to
sustainable growth and responsible environmental management, while ensuring operational
efficiency and profitability. The installation of solar energy at Sudamala Resort, Seraya is a
significant transformational step that helps us reduce our carbon footprint and enhance the guest
experience at our resort. We hope that our efforts will encourage other players in the tourism
industry to prioritize environmental sustainability in their operations.”
The presence of the Solar Power Plant at Sudamala Resort, Seraya will make this resort an
exemplary model for eco-friendly tourism destinations in Indonesia. By not relying on diesel
generator systems, the resort not only contributes to protecting the natural environment but also
creates a quieter, more peaceful travel experience, allowing guests to connect with nature
without the disruptive noise of generator engines.
Sudamala Resort, Seraya invites other players in the tourism industry to view this initiative as
a concrete example that sustainability can be successfully implemented without compromising
the comfort and experience of visitors.
This step also strengthens Sudamala Resort, Seraya’s commitment to creating a greener tourist
destination and supporting Indonesia’s goal of becoming a more environmentally friendly
country. By collaborating with Xurya and Suryagen, Sudamala Resort, Seraya aims to
demonstrate that the tourism sector can also play an active role in combating climate change
and creating sustainable solutions.
Sudamala Resort, Seraya hopes that this initiative will have a positive impact on the future of
more environmentally friendly tourism in Indonesia and serve as an inspiration for more tourist
destinations to integrate renewable energy into their operations.
