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Resilient
Build solutions that can adapt to real economic, social, and environmental challenges.
Catalyst
Summit
Indonesia’s national innovation platform for young changemakers in renewable energy. Learn from mentors, tackle real challenges, and turn ideas into applicable solutions.
Supported by
Partners behind Catalyst Summit 2026.
About catalyst
More than one event. One connected journey.
Catalyst Summit connects students, mentors, practitioners, industry players, and stakeholders through pre-events, mentorship, competitions, and a final showcase, turning ideas into applicable solutions for Indonesia’s energy transition.
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Grand theme
Harnessing Opportunities for Resilient,
Inclusive, Zero-Carbon Outcomes
Through Networks
HORIZON brings resilience, inclusion, zero-carbon thinking, and collaboration into one shared direction. It challenges young innovators to connect ideas, technology, and networks into solutions built for long-term impact.
Why Horizon
The challenges ahead are connected.
So the solutions need to be connected too.
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Inclusive
Make the energy transition accessible and valuable across different communities.
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Zero-Carbon
Turn innovation into practical strategies that reduce emissions and support a cleaner energy future.
The Catalyst journey
Three phases. One connected journey.
From guided learning and hands-on action to a national competition stage.
Pre-Event 1
Catalyst Mentorship Track
Intensive mentoring for Business Case and Business Plan teams in renewable energy.
Pre-Event 2
Catalyst Green Action
Mangrove planting and renewable energy education through hands-on environmental action.
Main Event
Catalyst Summit
MCC, BCC, BPC, final pitches, talkshow, and the Exhibition & Innovation Showcase.
Compete at Catalyst
Three competitions.
Different ways to solve.
Choose the challenge that matches your background, strengths, and way of thinking.
MCC
Mini Case Competition
Solve a mini-case on energy transition and business issues through structured analysis and a concise presentation deck.
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BCC
Business Case Competition
Tackle renewable-energy deployment challenges in Eastern Indonesia from initial analysis to final pitch.
BPC
Business Plan Competition
Build a resilient, inclusive, carbon-conscious venture from Business Model Canvas to proposal and prototype.
Catalyst 2026 timeline
The journey at a glance.
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Green Action
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Mentorship Registration Opens
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MCC Registration Opens
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MCC Submission Deadline
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MCC Winner Announcement
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BCC & BPC Registration Opens
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BCC & BPC Registration Closes
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Semifinal Submission
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Finalist Announcement
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Final Pitch & Exhibition
Why participate
More than the final result.
Catalyst combines mentoring, competition, real-world exposure, and national connections throughout the journey.
Direct Mentorship
Refine business cases and business plans with experienced mentors.
Real-World Challenges
Work on renewable-energy and sustainability problems grounded in real contexts.
Exhibition Exposure
Selected teams can showcase ideas, posters, and prototypes to a wider audience.
National Connections
Meet students, mentors, practitioners, industry players, and stakeholders.
Recognition
Earn e-certificates and recognition throughout the Catalyst journey.
IDR 16.5M+ Prize Pool
Compete across MCC, BCC, and BPC, with additional advancement opportunities.
Resources
Start with the official guidebook.
Competition rules, eligibility, stages, submissions, and scoring, all in one place.
MCC Guidebook
Mini Case Competition
Open guidebook
BCC Guidebook
Business Case Competition
Open guidebook
BPC Guidebook
Business Plan Competition
Open guidebookPeople of Catalyst
Meet the people behind the mentoring, judging, and conversations.
Mentors, judges, practitioners, and speakers across the Catalyst journey.
Official announcement
coming soon
Talkshow Speaker
To Be Announced
Official announcement
coming soon
Competition Judge
To Be Announced
Official announcement
coming soon
Industry Mentor
To Be Announced
Official announcement
coming soon
Energy Practitioner
To Be Announced
Official announcement
coming soon
Startup Founder
To Be Announced
Official announcement
coming soon
Sustainability Expert
To Be Announced
Official announcement
coming soon
Academic Advisor
To Be Announced
Official announcement
coming soon
More Announcements
Coming Soon
Partner with Catalyst
Interested in collaborating with Catalyst Summit 2026?
Partner with a national platform connecting young innovators, mentors, industry players, practitioners, and stakeholders in renewable energy.
Explore Partnership Opportunities
For partnership inquiries, contact the Catalyst team.
FAQ
Questions
before you join?
Main Event Contact person
Florecita
0813-3664-4639
Competition Contact person
Tya
0817-7239-2924
Shifa
0818-500-851
What is Catalyst Summit 2026?
Catalyst Summit is a national innovation platform by SRE Universitas Airlangga that brings students, mentors, practitioners, industry players, and stakeholders together around renewable energy and sustainability.
What are the three phases of Catalyst?
Catalyst consists of three phases: Catalyst Mentorship Track, Catalyst Green Action, and the Catalyst Summit Main Event. Each phase focuses on a different part of the journey, from learning and environmental action to competition and showcase.
Who can take part in Catalyst?
Catalyst is designed for students interested in renewable energy, sustainability, business, technology, entrepreneurship, and social innovation. Eligibility differs between programs and competitions, so check the relevant event or competition page before joining.
What competitions are available at Catalyst Summit?
Catalyst Summit features three competition tracks: Mini Case Competition (MCC), Business Case Competition (BCC), and Business Plan Competition (BPC).
Where can I find the complete rules and requirements?
Each competition has its own official guidebook containing eligibility, timelines, submission requirements, scoring criteria, and competition rules.
How do I stay updated on Catalyst?
Important updates are shared through Catalyst’s official communication channels. Competition participants should also monitor the email address used during registration.
Where does Catalyst Summit take place?
The final Catalyst Summit experience will be held at Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya. More detailed event-day information will be shared closer to the event.