Lombok Tengah, January 20, 2026 – In a significant step toward transforming Lombok into a sustainable tourism destination, the Lombok Eco Kriya Consortium—comprising Plana, Timba, and Wise Steps Foundation—together with Instellar Impact, officially unveiled the region’s first Circular Green Tourism Ecosystem. Hosted at Tampah Hills, the dissemination event brought together key stakeholders from the government,Continue reading “Redefining Luxury in Mandalika: Lombok Eco Kriya Pioneers Circular Tourism with ‘Tusha’ Amenities and the SOLAH Network”
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Berikanesia Lestari Transforms Abandoned Mining Pits into a Circular Economy for Belitung Communities
Bangka Belitung, 14 January 2026 — Changemakers from Belitung under the Berikanesia Lestari initiative, with support from Instellar Impact through Catalyst Changemakers Ecosystem (CCE) 3.0, have successfully implemented blue economy innovations over the past year on Belitung Island. Through close collaboration with local government, fisher groups, aquaculture farmers, community health workers, and local residents, BerikanesiaContinue reading “Berikanesia Lestari Transforms Abandoned Mining Pits into a Circular Economy for Belitung Communities”
CSR as a Business Strategy: Lessons from Danone Indonesia, BUMA International Group, and Industry Experts
At our recent Impact in Action on strategic CSR, leaders from Danone Indonesia, BUMA International Group (BIG), and ecosystem experts all pointed to the same thing: impact is no longer a side project. It’s becoming part of business strategy. Here are the key insights from the discussion. Purpose-driven companies build impact into their operations KaryantoContinue reading “CSR as a Business Strategy: Lessons from Danone Indonesia, BUMA International Group, and Industry Experts”
I-SEA Programme Brings Together 10 Social Enterprises for Cohort 3
Jakarta, 26 September 2025 – Instellar and IKEA Social Entrepreneurship are once again joining forces to support social innovation in Indonesia through I-SEA Cohort 3, a one-year acceleration programme designed to help social enterprises strengthen their business capacity and expand their positive impact. This year, ten inspiring social enterprises from across the country, spanning nature-basedContinue reading “I-SEA Programme Brings Together 10 Social Enterprises for Cohort 3”
InnoFund 2025: Empowering Young Entrepreneurs to Grow and Create Impact
Jakarta, 17 September 2025 – Standard Chartered Foundation, through its global initiative Futuremakers by Standard Chartered, in collaboration with Instellar Impact as the implementing partner and Youth Business International (YBI), officially launched the InnoFund programme in Indonesia. The programme aims to provide financing access and tailored business support for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)Continue reading “InnoFund 2025: Empowering Young Entrepreneurs to Grow and Create Impact”
15 Green Tech Startups Showcase at Green Tech Innovation Showcase
Jakarta (July 30, 2025) – The British Embassy Jakarta through UK–Indonesia Tech Hub, in collaboration with Instellar Impact and the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi), held a Green Tech Innovation Showcase on July 30 2025 in Jakarta. This event was the culmination of the Hatch x PEDE Incubation Programme Batch 2 and PEDE InnovationContinue reading “15 Green Tech Startups Showcase at Green Tech Innovation Showcase”
Six-Month Journey of I-SEA Changemakers: Transformation, Innovation, and Positive Impact
“Time flies when you are having fun.”— Albert Einstein It’s hard to believe that the second cohort of the I-SEA program has already been running for more than six months. In this short period, the I-SEA Changemakers have gone through extensive mentoring to develop their businesses and amplify their impact. With guidance, mentorship, funding, and tailored ecosystemContinue reading “Six-Month Journey of I-SEA Changemakers: Transformation, Innovation, and Positive Impact”
Responding to US Tariffs: A Guide for Social Enterprises
As the leading impact consulting firm in Indonesia that works closely with social enterprises, we have seen firsthand how quickly global changes, like the United States’ recent tariff decisions, can affect local businesses. Here’s our perspective on what’s happening and what social entrepreneurs can do next. The recent tariff policies introduced by the US areContinue reading “Responding to US Tariffs: A Guide for Social Enterprises”
Effective Stakeholder Mapping: Building Bridges for Sustainable Impact Initiatives
Bernard Budiman Impact-Driven Enterprise Advisory (IDEA) Lead of Instellar Do you find yourself juggling numerous and diverse stakeholders, struggling to keep them all aligned? I’ve been through it myself, and the lessons I’ve learned could help you navigate some of the challenges along the way.. Early in my career, I worked on a project withContinue reading “Effective Stakeholder Mapping: Building Bridges for Sustainable Impact Initiatives”
#INScope – Bridging the Capital Gap: Supporting Impact-Driven Businesses in Indonesia and Southeast Asia
In Indonesia, the entrepreneurial landscape is rich with businesses that are not only seeking profit but also aiming to create positive social and environmental change. These impact-driven businesses, particularly Small and Growing Businesses (SGBs), are making a real difference in their communities, yet many struggle to access the capital they need to scale. SGBs typicallyContinue reading “#INScope – Bridging the Capital Gap: Supporting Impact-Driven Businesses in Indonesia and Southeast Asia”