Kurniawan holds an undergraduate degree in Physics at Ahmad Dahlan University. He has a keen interest in energy transition, critical minerals, carbon pricing instruments, and economic development. His previous experience includes conducting carbon accounting and undertaking financial as well as performance analyses on replacing fossil-based captive power plants with renewable energy solutions for nickel smelters. Additionally, Kurniawn has examined Power Purchase Agreements for coal-fired power plants and tracked key policy developments in Indonesia’s energy transition. He recently joined Tri Hita Consulting as a Junior Consultant in GHG Management, where he continues to support sustainability initiatives.