Clean Kinetics, a Singapore-based clean energy company, is expanding its footprint across Southeast Asia and the Middle East by focusing on solar power solutions targeting social services such as schools and public transit systems. Established in mid-2021 by Lee Kah Lup, Wilson Lee, and Reine Tan, the company has rapidly scaled its operations, generating S$15.3 million in revenue for the year ending March 31, 2025, up from S$365,000 three years earlier.
The firm’s growth reflects a strategic approach that prioritizes impact over size, emphasizing entry into markets often considered complex or risky for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Since 2024, Clean Kinetics has made inroads into the Middle East, with Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Dubai, and Qatar accounting for nearly 20% of the group’s revenue. Despite ongoing regional conflicts since early 2026, which introduced logistical and operational challenges—including damage to installations from aerial debris—the company fulfilled its contractual commitments, notably completing a 154 megawatt-peak (MWp) solar project in Saudi Arabia ahead of schedule.
In Southeast Asia, Clean Kinetics expanded into Thailand and Malaysia in 2025 and is exploring further opportunities in Brunei, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia, where solar adoption rates are rising. Southeast Asia contributes approximately 10% of the company’s revenue. The company aims to deploy 300 MWp of clean energy solutions across its portfolio in 2026 and is bolstering local presence through newly established offices to strengthen community ties and improve responsiveness.
Beyond installation, Clean Kinetics employs advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, in partnership with ST Engineering, to monitor and maintain solar assets throughout their 25-year lifespan. The company is also pioneering a recycling initiative for end-of-life solar components like silver, copper, silicon, and aluminum, aiming to integrate circular economy principles into its operations. Discussions with regulators and industry bodies on the feasibility and implications of this recycling program are ongoing, with potential applicability across Singapore and ASEAN markets.
Clean Kinetics has focused much of its solar deployment on educational institutions, having installed systems in over 30 schools in Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia. According to the company, solar-powered cost reductions of 30% to 40% in energy spending allow schools to reallocate funds toward student welfare and educational resources. These installations also serve as community demonstration sites, encouraging adoption in neighboring commercial and residential properties.
Additionally, the company pursues diversified projects beyond solar panels. In Jordan, it is expanding its portfolio to include water and public transport infrastructure, alongside electric vehicle charging and smart parking solutions. In Bhutan, Clean Kinetics has entered a joint venture to develop and supply 500 MWp of solar power under a 30-year purchase agreement designed to support the country's national clean energy strategy and its growing data center infrastructure.
Clean Kinetics credits its success to a robust network of partners, including ST Engineering and Chinese electric bus manufacturer Higer. These collaborations provide specialized expertise and access to markets that might otherwise be out of reach. The company’s leadership highlights its agility as a key differentiator, positioning itself as capable of navigating regulatory complexities and sovereign risks that may deter larger firms.
Having raised S$4.3 million in Series A funding and securing S$1.75 million in pre-Series B commitments, Clean Kinetics continues to engage investors as it pursues sustained growth. Chief development officer Lee Kah Lup emphasized that sustainability is embedded in the company’s business model rather than being a peripheral reporting exercise. The firm’s approach underscores a commitment to delivering clean energy solutions that create tangible social benefits while navigating challenging and unconventional markets.