State-owned power company of Indonesia, PT PLN (Persero), is taking a notable step in driving sustainable energy forward. It is calling startups from across Asia to join its Connext Powered by PLN program. The world is currently focusing more on green energy solutions and collaboration with emerging startups is much required for making the transformation to happen.
The recent visit of PLN to Japan is a step forward to their commitment to global innovation in the energy sector. Japan has its ambition to become a major startup hub by 2027. Hence, it is a perfect partner for PLN. The collaboration with its Creww platform is to open doors for innovative projects that may help Indonesia’s clean energy transition.
The kind of initiative is what the green energy sector needs right now. The Connext Powered by PLN program was launched in 2023 and is connected to Indonesian energy startups with new opportunities. Its regional expansion is to strengthen the drive further for a sustainable future.
PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo said that the partnership may lead to significant innovation. The focus of green energy startups is about achieving environmental goals and shaping up the future economy of the region. Startups need to be encouraged and boosted so that they effectively contribute to the energy sector as well as help in overcoming the global challenges.
The efforts of PLN is primarily to involve startups in its mission to transform the energy sector. It is a welcome step as well as necessary too.
