Mataram, Lombok, 17 June 2026 — Solve Education! recently hosted the Ecopower Lombok Ideation Showcase 2026. The event, themed Empowering Sustainable Futures Through Financial Literacy and the Circular Economy, was held in collaboration with Allianz Indonesia through Yayasan Allianz Peduli. It also received key support from the Allianz Group through the Social Impact Fund. The event marked the conclusion of an intensive eight-month training program for youth and persons with disabilities in Lombok.
Nusa Tenggara for Nusantara Foundation and Universitas Islam Al-Azhar Mataram collaborated to implement the program, using their local expertise to keep the initiative deeply rooted in the communities of Nusa Tenggara.
Out of 55 participants who completed a series of training sessions and mentorship programs led by industry practitioners, a panel of judges selected 15 finalists to present their environmentally friendly business ideas.
Designed from the outset as an inclusive entrepreneurship initiative, Ecopower integrates persons with disabilities as full participants within a shared learning and business ecosystem. Throughout the program, participants gained practical experience in financial planning, product validation, and building the confidence needed to pursue entrepreneurship.
Highlights
Ecopower: From Learning to Livelihood
Ecopower is a youth empowerment initiative that integrates financial literacy with circular economy principles. The program is delivered through Solve Education!’s edbot.ai platform and uses the GAIN framework — Gamification, AI Coaching, Incentives, and Network — to create a learning experience that is adaptive, inclusive, and relevant to participants’ everyday lives.
Over the course of eight months, participants received hands-on training from industry practitioners, mentorship in developing business plans, and ongoing community support designed to encourage learning persistence through to the showcase stage.
“Many young people, including persons with disabilities, grow up without being taught how to identify opportunities, build a business, or generate income without compromising the environment that sustains them. Ecopower was born from that concern. When young people are given the right space and support, they gain more than knowledge. They begin to see the future through a more sustainable lens,” said Talitha Amalia, Co-founder & COO, Solve Education!
Diverse Ideas Rooted in Lombok’s Local Strengths
The 15 finalists presented business ideas inspired by Lombok’s local resources and traditions while addressing environmental challenges in practical ways. Featured ideas included:
- Renjana Lombok (Febria Kamiswara) — Eco-friendly detergent made from plant-based MES (Methyl Ester Sulfonate), phosphate-free, and offered with refill packaging.
- Coconut Shell Charcoal Briquettes (Baiq Zulfia Rhodiatul Ihsani) — Alternative fuel produced from coconut waste, offering lower smoke emissions and greater affordability.
- Eco Orange (Nadia Utami) — Ready-to-use cleaning products made from orange peel extract.
- Eco Crystal Bracelet (Yunita Indriana Putri) — Handmade bracelets crafted from recycled plastic bottle fragments.
- Kompos Literasi (Ahmad Hazmi) — Organic fertilizer made from goat manure and sawdust to support local agriculture.
- Danboo Crafts (Muhammad Hamdani) — Bamboo handicrafts that empower women artisans and homemakers.
- Wayen Sehat Nusantara (Ahmad Afif Annasiri) — A modern interpretation of traditional herbal wellness drinks made from red ginger.
- Minyak Kemiri Asli Bayan (Suciawati) — 100% natural hair care products made from candlenut seeds without chemical additives.
- Self-Watering Pot (Dara Aicya Putri) — Self-watering plant pots made from recycled plastic bottles.
- Lulur Organik DesMa (Desak Made Ratna Dewi) — Natural skincare products made from candlenut, rice, sandat flowers, and turmeric.
- The event also showcased five additional business ideas.
All participants developed concrete financial plans covering startup capital requirements, pricing strategies, and monthly revenue targets, reflecting Ecopower’s core objective of supporting environmentally sustainable businesses that are also economically viable.
Targeted Commitments for Participant Ventures
All 15 finalists received certificates, while three top winners — Nadia Utami (Eco Orange), Ahmad Afif Annasiri (Wayen Sehat Nusantara), and Febria Kamiswara (Renjana Lombok) — received Small Seed Capital awards to help transform their business ideas into reality.
What distinguishes the Ecopower Lombok Showcase 2026 from a typical competition is how partners demonstrate a long-term commitment to continue supporting selected participants after the program concludes. Examples include:
- Lalu Galang Gumilang (Fajar Gumilang Massage) — Yayasan Allianz Peduli will provide seed investment to support the expansion of his traditional natural massage business.
- Rima Hamid (Fun Learning Center) — Yayasan Allianz Peduli will purchase learning kits from Fun Learning Center and invite Rima to conduct training sessions for Allianz tutors.
- Nadia Utami (Eco Orange) — ECCO Foundation and Nusa Tenggara for Nusantara Foundation will engage her to conduct training sessions and workshops on environmentally friendly cleaning products made from orange peels.
- Dara Aicya Putri (Self-Watering Pot) — ECCO Foundation and The Sira Lombok will purchase her products and invite her to facilitate upcycling and sustainable gardening workshops.
- Salma Firdaus (Cendekia Academic Consulting) — Solve Education! will support her in refining her business model and collaborating to expand the reach of her academic consulting services as part of a broader learning ecosystem.
- Najwa Humayro (Sweetie Hampers) — Judge Marcellinus Jerry placed an order for five hampers on one condition: every item inside must come exclusively from businesses created by Ecopower Lombok Showcase participants. The gesture not only supports Najwa’s business but also elevates fellow participants and demonstrates how circular economies can thrive within their own ecosystems.
Broader Growth Tracks and Sustainable Scaling
Beyond these individual commitments, all 15 finalists will have access to two additional opportunities:
- Solve for Change Grant — Participants may apply for Solve Education!’s Solve for Change program for a chance to receive an additional SGD 600 grant to support business growth.
- Business Acceleration Program — Participants may also apply to the Business Acceleration Program by Solve Education! and Amyas Valora Foundation, which offers access to zero-interest loans to support business expansion.
“Sustainable empowerment begins with providing access and opportunities that are increasingly open and accessible to everyone. By integrating financial literacy with circular economy principles, Ecopower supports young people—including persons with disabilities — in building inclusive and sustainable businesses that create positive economic and social impact.
The involvement of Allianz Indonesia employees as volunteers throughout the eight-month program enriched participants’ learning journeys, strengthened their confidence, and helped them translate knowledge into real-world practice,” said Ni Made Daryanti, Chairperson of Yayasan Allianz Peduli
Building Sustainable Livelihoods Through Inclusive Entrepreneurship
From the outset, organizers designed Ecopower Lombok to include persons with disabilities as full participants — not as a separate group, but as an integral part of the entrepreneurial ecosystem they are building together. Teams also adapted the edbot.ai platform and mentoring approach to ensure accessibility and participation without barriers.
Local partners Nusa Tenggara for Nusantara Foundation and Universitas Islam Al-Azhar Mataram played a vital role in reaching underserved communities through their deep understanding of the region’s social and cultural context.
By combining financial literacy, circular economy principles, mentorship, and ongoing support, Ecopower is helping young people — including persons with disabilities — transform promising ideas into sustainable livelihood opportunities with lasting community impact.
About the Organizers
Solve Education! is a social organization dedicated to helping young people transform learning into livelihood opportunities through a behavioural science approach. Its GAIN framework — Gamification, AI Coach, Incentives, and Network — helps learners build persistence until skills are fully developed and lead to employment or entrepreneurship opportunities. Visit: solveeducation.org
Allianz Group is one of the world’s leading insurers and asset managers, serving more than 128 million private and corporate customers in over 70 countries. The company provides a wide range of insurance and asset management services while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and social impact.
Operating locally since 1981, Allianz Indonesia today relies on a support network of more than 50,000 marketing professionals, alongside extensive banking and distribution partner networks across the country.
Yayasan Allianz Peduli is Allianz Indonesia’s social foundation, delivering programs focused on inclusive education, financial literacy, economic empowerment, health, and community resilience throughout Indonesia.
Universitas Islam Al-Azhar Mataram is a leading Islamic university in West Nusa Tenggara committed to community-oriented education and regional development.
Nusa Tenggara for Nusantara Foundation is a Lombok-based civil society organization focused on youth development, sustainable livelihoods, and inclusive development across the Nusa Tenggara region.
Media Contacts
Solve Education!
Talitha Amalia, COO & Co-founder
talitha@solveeducation.org
www.solveeducation.org
Allianz Indonesia
Marisa Amanda
marisa.amanda@allianz.co.id
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