Biogas Digester as an Alternative Energy Strategy in the Marginal Villages in Indonesia

The purpose of this paper is to analyze the dominant factors using the biogas-digester in the poor villages as an alternative energy. The method of analysis is Qualitative approach. Using the informen or participants of ten people from BPPT and the people (farmers) who live in Gondosuli village – Pasuruan, this research finds that there are five dominant factors namely local wisdom, the spirit of championship, government financial support, green technology and strong informal leaders. The spirit of championship will produce anything that we will construct and implement in poor villages easily. The findings of the study are useful for administrators, project managers, and practitioners. This research does not discuss the business ethics, values, and the external and internal factors. This paper is a part of the research report which is financed by Ministry of National Education and Culture – Republic of Indonesia.