A recent study has raised questions about the potential of underground carbon storage, with new analysis presenting figures that differ from those previously detailed by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). The study has set the upper limit for caching greenhouse gases in deep rocks by 2050 at just over half of what the IPCC had estimated, sparking debates surrounding the feasibility and actual capacity of this carbon storage method. This development highlights the need for ongoing research and assessment to accurately determine the potential of underground carbon storage, which is a critical aspect of global efforts to combat climate change. Additionally, concerns have been raised about Indonesia's nuclear ambitions potentially stifling the country's abundant clean energy potential. Experts caution that focusing on nuclear energy could hamper the development of renewable energy sources in the nation. The debate underscores the importance of weighing the environmental impact and energy generation potential of different technologies to effectively decarbonize Indonesia's energy sector.