Bali Projects 7.2 Million Tourist Visits, Waste and Energy Become Challenges

The plans submitted include a gas-fired power plant with a capacity of around 1,550 megawatts and a solar power plant with a quota of around 1,000 megawatts. This development is directed at supporting Bali's electricity needs in 2031.

The two types of generators have different energy sources. PLTS utilizes solar energy, while gas generators use fossil fuels. The figures presented are development plans, not additional capacity that is already operating.

Tourism Growth Needs to be Followed by Business Order

Koster also highlighted accommodation and tourist facilities which, according to him, were marketed without fulfilling licensing requirements, including through online travel platforms. He believes that this practice has the potential to harm business actors who have fulfilled their obligations.

Business structuring and supervision are needed to maintain fair competition as well as the quality of tourism services.

"We must be grateful that this small Bali is blessed with superior customs, traditions and culture. This is what makes Bali have a strong attraction so that it is loved and admired by people around the world. Therefore, we must know how to build, maintain and care for Bali tourism," said Koster.

Chairman of the DPD ASITA Bali I Putu Winastra stated his association's commitment to increasing the professionalism of travel agencies and supporting quality and sustainable tourism.