Jakarta, June 9, 2025 – PT Medan Sugar Industry (MSI), a subsidiary of Samora Group, is the first sugar refinery in Indonesia to be fully powered by biomass, sustainable energy derived from farm and plantation waste. Designed from the outset with an environmentally responsible operating system, MSI has eliminated the use of fossil fuels from its production process. 

This initiative is aligned with Samora Group’s commitment to promoting a circular economy. The flexibility of biomass allows the company to utilize various types of local waste materials, including palm kernel shells, fiber, and empty fruit bunches, as primary energy sources. This initiative forms a key pillar of the company’s long-term sustainability strategy. 

Using biomass as its primary energy source has enabled MSI to reduce the emissions intensity of its sugar production by up to 50% compared to coal-powered refineries. Choosing MSI sugar means customers not only benefit from a high-quality product but also take a tangible contribution to reducing Scope 3 emissions in their supply chain, supporting their own environmental responsible business practices and strengthens their commitment to Net Zero Carbon targets. 

“As part of the agro-industry sector, we believe environmental sustainability is our shared responsibility. We are committed to ensuring that every product we deliver brings positive impact to both the environment and the communities around us,” said Yohan Setiawan, CEO of Samora Group. 

MSI has recorded a significant shift in biomass consumption patterns over the past three years:

 

 

MSI also actively calculates its biomass-related carbon emissions using an inclusive emissions accounting approach. While biomass is generally considered carbon-neutral, MSI chooses to report biogenic emissions in its greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory to ensure full transparency and accountability.