GREEN POWER IN MARKET CHAINS: RESHAPING COMPETITION LAW IN THE AGE OF RENEWABLE ENERGY

Abstract

The global transition toward renewable energy raises critical questions about the adequacy of existing competition law frameworks in preventing market concentration and ensuring fair access. In Indonesia, the development of renewable energy remains challenged by oligopolistic tendencies, limited regulatory responsiveness, and unequal market entry opportunities. This paper adopts a normative and conceptual approach to critically examine whether the current Indonesian competition law paradigm sufficiently addresses the complexities of the renewable energy sector. Drawing on theoretical literature and national regulatory discourse, the study argues the objectives of competition law beyond economic efficiency, emphasizing sustainability and equity. The analysis concludes that conventional antitrust approaches must be recalibrated to support an inclusive and environmentally sound energy transition in Indonesia. It recommends a value-oriented reform of competition law aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in advancing climate justice and equitable energy access.