Developing an Analytical Hierarchy Process Conceptual Framework for Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Adoption in Indonesia Evidence from Literature Synthesis
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https://doi.org/10.37577/sainteks.v8i02.1167Keywords:
Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle, Analytical Hierarchy Process, Literature Synthesis, Hydrogen Technology Adoption, Transportation PolicyAbstract
Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEV) are a zero-emission vehicle technology that has the potential to support the decarbonization of the road transportation sector in Indonesia. However, their adoption rate remains very low due to limited hydrogen infrastructure, the lack of specific policies, and the low readiness of the supporting ecosystem compared to battery-based electric vehicles. This study aims to develop a conceptual framework for the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) based on literature synthesis to identify and prioritize factors influencing FCEV adoption in Indonesia from a multi-stakeholder perspective, particularly policymakers. The study uses a qualitative approach through literature synthesis of twelve relevant scientific articles. The synthesis results are used to construct a decision hierarchy structure consisting of four main criteria: policy, economic, socio-environmental, and technical aspects, with a total of 15 sub-criteria. The results show that policy aspects are the main priority in supporting FCEV adoption, primarily through the provision of fiscal incentives, reducing hydrogen production costs, harmonizing cross-sector regulations, developing a National Hydrogen Roadmap specifically for the transportation sector, and hydrogen pricing and subsidy policies. Economic aspects are the second priority, followed by socio-environmental and technical aspects. The resulting conceptual framework provides a systematic basis for the application of the AHP method in further research and can be used as a reference in formulating strategies and policies to accelerate the gradual and sustainable adoption of FCEVs in Indonesia
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