Matangi Bali Initiative – New Energy Nexus Indonesia

Program

Matangi Bali Initiative

Youth and Women Climate Entrepreneurship Project

About

“Matangi” meaning “to awaken” captures the spirit of revival and the symbiotic relationship between Balinese communities and nature. The project was set up to address the urgent need for inclusive, community-based climate solutions in Bali. Grounded in findings from our 2023-24 baseline study, we identified significant barriers faced by women entrepreneurs particularly around access to business skills, support networks, and funding. Originally launched as the ‘Bali Women Climate Entrepreneurs’ initiative, Matangi has since evolved to also scout and support youth and broader community innovators who are committed to advancing climate solutions in Bali.

Designed to support youth and women entrepreneurs in creating community-based climate solutions, the initiative provides training, capacity building, mentorship, and ecosystem support. The goal is to empower them as leaders in climate innovation and drivers of sustainable change within their communities in Bali. This initiative is led as part of the Bali Net Zero Emission Coalition, in collaboration with the CAST Foundation, IESR, and WRI Indonesia. The coalition is supported by ClimateWorks Foundation and ViriyaENB.

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Program impact

9

seminars conducted with 320+ attendees

240

+

entrepreneurs supported through skill-building workshops (130+ women, 160+ youth)

7

academic partners engaged

45

community and strategic partners

2

early-stage startups supported through pilot projects

*Impact in numbers

9

seminars conducted with 320+ attendees

240

+

entrepreneurs supported through skill-building workshops (130+ women, 160+ youth)

7

academic partners engaged

45

community and strategic partners

2

early-stage startups supported through pilot projects

*Impact in numbers

Online Bootcamp

Free access to the course

4 hours, self-paced with modules:
Ideating climate-based entrepreneurship
Defining your business value proposition
Designing a business roadmap
Developing a business proposal

Learning materials

Access to course videos and reading materials.

Progress tracking

We help you monitor your learning journey.

Certification

Receive a course completion certificate.

Bootcamp mentors

Marilyn has led Leastric as CEO since 2019, building on her master’s in Engineering Management and Business Administration from the University of Technology Sydney. Her focus on innovation has driven Leastric to deliver award-winning energy management solutions, earning the “Best Energy Management Solutions 2022” title from APAC Insider.

Marilyn Parhusip, CEO at Leastric

Nafi, a Master of Engineering graduate from the Surabaya Institute of Technology and LPDP scholar, founded Crustea in 2021 to support shrimp farmers through renewable energy innovation. Her dedication led Crustea to win 2nd place at the APEC Catalyst Pitch Competition 2023 and several other awards.

Roikhanatun Nafi’ah, CEO & Founder at Crusteа

Nabila, a Bioengineering graduate from the Bandung Institute of Technology, is passionate about advancing sustainability. As Group Business Manager at CarbonEthics, she plays a key role in conserving blue carbon ecosystems to help mitigate climate change.

Nabila Putri Safira, Group Business Manager at Carbon Ethics

Rifqi is the Chief Business Officer at BANANA & Partners, with a strong focus on sustainable business, circular economy, and renewable energy. An MBA graduate from SBM ITB, he drives impactful waste management solutions. Under his leadership, the company has earned several accolades, including Champion 1 at Shell LiveWIRE Energy Solutions 2022 and representing Indonesia at APEC Digital Innovation 2024 in Taiwan.

Muhammad Rifqi Al-Ghifari, Chief Business Officer at Banana & Partners

Smart Energy Lab mentors

Avi Wulandari

Founder and Director at Marvy

Benz Yaputra

Accountant | Financial & Investment Advisor at The Little Advisors Company

Dea Gendyna

Founder and Organization Development Consultant & Project Advisor at Oaks Co.

Dias Widya

Country Finance Manager at PT. IDP Consulting Indonesia

Eko Prasetyo

Head of Communication at Ninja Express

Ika Nurfitriani Listyanti

Human Capital Business Partner at PT. XL Axiata Tbk

Kenny Dewi Juwita

Customer & Human Exp. Consultant

Mike Helde

Global VP Finance at Eureka AI

Ryan Riyadi

Corporate Development Manager at Waresix

Samuel Kertesz

Merger & Acquisition Officer at Parkwind International

Stefanie Irma

Co-Founder of DishServe

Tabitha Audrey

AVP Growth at Lamudi.co.id

Yusfani Maruf

Head of Human Capital at PT Berlian Sistem Informasi

Here are some of the youth and women climate entrepreneurs we’re supporting in Bali. You could be next!

Tasya, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Biorock Indonesia, was driven by a desire for her children to experience the beauty of coral reefs. Biorock restores these ecosystems using solar-powered technology.

Alfina, CEO of Griya Luhu runs a digital waste bank that is revolutionizing waste management in Bali through community education, innovative solutions like biopores, and strong local partnerships, paving the way for a cleaner future.

Co-founder of Magi Farms, Ima Rida is using Black Soldier Fly larvae to tackle the issue of food waste on the island that ends up in landfills, contributing to methane emissions and environmental degradation.