Program
KINETIK NEX

Supporting early-stage clean energy and climate startups across Indonesia.

About

Led by New Energy Nexus Indonesia with support from KINETIK, the Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Climate, Renewable Energy and Infrastructure, KINETIK NEX Initiative aims to champion local innovators, grow green jobs, and bring climate solutions to life beyond urban centres. KINETIK NEX backs bold ideas for a prosperous Indonesia and a protected planet.

How do we do it

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Engage
  • Climate-innovation workshops
  • Series of panel discussions
  • Journalist training & fellowships
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Business Incubation
  •  Tailored mentorship, technical training and access to funding for high-
    potential climate startups.
  •  Helping early-stage entrepreneurs turn bold ideas into scalable clean energy
    solutions.
  •  Standout teams pitch for a chance to win up to Rp1.6 billion in pilot funding
    on Demo Day

What we’re looking for

Clean energy or climate tech startups with the potential to grow  and attract investment. Whether you’re working on energy access, decarbonization, or climate resilience, we would like to hear from you.

Benefit

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Secure up to Rp1.6 billion in pilot funding to launch and test your clean energy and climate tech solution

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Tailored mentoring sessions with industry experts, hands-on technical assistance, and workshops

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Network of investors, industry experts, mentors, and peer startup founders

Who can apply

We’re inviting passionate entrepreneurs who are:

  • 18 or older — university students and young professionals are welcome
  • Working in a team of at least 2 people
  • Based in Indonesia, and growing their business locally
  • Focused on climate solutions and inclusion, with at least one area meeting the 2X gender equality criteria
  • Past the idea stage, with some early progress — like first sales, a prototype, a grant, or experience in a similar program
  • Ready to learn, stay engaged, and commit to workshops, mentoring, and regular check-ins

Business incubation program timeline

23 June – 3 August

Call for applications

15 August

Announcement of the cohort

19 August – 14 October

Incubation program

October*

[RE]Spark Renewable Energy and Climate Startup Festival & Incubation Demo Day

October 2025 – January 2026

Pilot project implementation

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