PT PLN (Persero) will hold PLN Startup Day 2025 at its Head Office in Jakarta on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Now entering its second year, the annual event reflects PLN’s continued commitment to strengthening the energy-focused startup ecosystem in Indonesia.

PLN President Director Darmawan Prasodjo described the event as a strategic platform that extends beyond investment opportunities. “PLN Startup Day is a collaborative space where stakeholders come together to formulate future solutions. This is where innovation is born, nurtured, and transformed into a real movement driving national energy transition,” said Darmawan.

Over 60 Startups Joined Since 2023, With Incubation and Business Impact

Since its launch in 2023, the program has attracted more than 60 energy and technology startups. Among them, 20 startups have advanced through incubation programs designed to support early-stage development.

The initiative has also led to the signing of over 20 memoranda of understanding (MoU) and 10 business agreements between PLN and innovators, marking measurable progress in PLN’s support for startup-driven transformation.

Diverse Agenda to Engage 350+ Participants from Across the Nation

PLN Startup Day 2025 will feature a comprehensive program including showcases, pitch battles, business matchmaking sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. Approximately 350 participants are expected, representing ministries, institutions, large corporations, universities, investors, and startup founders from across Indonesia.

The event is positioned as a hub where collaboration across sectors can result in practical, scalable solutions for the energy sector.

Supporting Government-Led Innovation for a Sustainable Future

“PLN believes the future of Indonesia’s energy lies in collaboration and innovation. Through PLN Startup Day 2025, we also support the downstreaming of government-backed startup innovations to drive a sustainable energy transition,” Darmawan added.

The event highlights PLN’s consistent role in cultivating an inclusive and innovation-driven environment for startups in the energy and technology sectors.

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