Lontar power plant in indonesia with chimneys emitting steam at sunset surrounded by aquaculture ponds
The Lontar power station in Banten Indonesia emits steam into the air as evening descends over a grid of aquaculture ponds a striking juxtaposition of industrial energy and natural resource infrastructure

This image captures the pltu banten 3 lontar power plant a key facility in indonesias national energy grid as it operates against the backdrop of a dramatic sunset Located in banten province the coal fired plant plays a crucial role in supplying electricity to western java Visible are the large twin smokestacks and complex industrial structures along with the steam rising into the sky a visual reminder of the nations reliance on thermal energy Surrounding the plant are methodically arranged aquaculture ponds reflecting a landscape where industry and natural resource management coexist The photo embodies the tension and balance between development and environmental stewardship in modern southeast asia