Govt suspends BDx data center project in West Java amid environmental concern
West Java Communication and Information Agency head Adi Komar said the provincial administration supported investment in the data center but stressed that developers must comply with all applicable regulations, particularly given the project's scale.
The West Java government has temporarily halted construction of a BDx data center in Jatiluhur, West Java, amid concerns over pending environmental and building permits. The project, which faced public scrutiny over its use of water from a crucial reservoir, is currently awaiting the issuance of necessary permits. According to West Java Communication and Information Agency head Adi Komar, the provincial administration supports the investment but emphasized that developers must adhere to all regulations, especially considering the project's size.
The governor, Dedi Mulyadi, personally assured that the construction would not violate existing principles, including water availability. Adi added that the government respects private-sector investment in Purwakarta, and the permitting authority lies with Purwakarta regency administration, while the provincial administration oversees supervision and coordination.
The environmental impact assessment (AMDAL) and building approval (PBG) are still under process, leading to the temporary suspension of the project.
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