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Kinetik NEX

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

About

The KINETIK NEX Initiative supports inclusive growth by empowering clean energy and climate-focused startups and businesses across Indonesia.

Led by New Energy Nexus Indonesia with support from KINETIK: the Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Climate, Renewable Energy, and Infrastructure, we champion local innovation, create green jobs, and bring climate solutions to life, especially beyond major urban centres.

KINETIK NEX backs bold ideas for a thriving Indonesia and a sustainable planet.

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Program approach and benefits

Inspire & engage
Business incubation program
Connect & grow
Inspire & engage
  • Join climate innovation workshops across Indonesia
  • Attend expert panel discussions on energy, resilience, and sustainability
  • Participate in journalist training and fellowships to amplify climate storytelling
Inspire & engage
Business incubation program
Connect & grow
Business incubation program

For early-stage climate and clean energy startups ready to grow.

  • Tailored mentorship with industry experts and ecosystem leaders
  • Hands-on technical training to strengthen your business and solution
  • Top teams pitch at Demo Day for a chance to win up to Rp1.6 billion in pilot funding
Inspire & engage
Business incubation program
Connect & grow
Connect & grow
  • Build relationships with mentors, investors, and peer founders
  • Gain insights from a diverse climate innovation network
  • Get exposure to funders, ecosystem partners, and pilot opportunities
  • Collaborate with other passionate teams and local champions

Who can apply

We’re seeking early-stage clean energy and climate tech startups in Indonesia with the potential to grow, make impact, and attract investment. Eligible teams should be:

  • 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
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Business Incubation Program timeline

23 Jun – 27 Jul 2025

Call for applications

15 Aug 2025

Cohort announcement

19 Aug – 14 Oct

Incubation program

Oct 2025 (date TBC)

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

Oct 2025 – Jan 2026

Pilot project implementation

Write to us

indonesia@newenergynexus.com