IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers 2024

The International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) sixth IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers will convene from 9 – 13 January 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates at the margins of the fifteenth session of the IRENA Assembly (11-13 January 2025). The Assembly is the Agency’s ultimate decision-making authority where Heads of State/Government, Ministers and global stakeholders meet to discuss and advance the energy transition.

The 2025 IRENA Youth Forum will strengthen youth networks and connect them with global thought leaders, government representatives, and IRENA experts. The Forum will create a space for young people to contribute to the Agency’s mission of accelerating renewable energy deployment to achieve climate objectives and advance the sustainable development agenda.

Through a series of interactive sessions, including open dialogues and thematic workshops, participants will be able to add a youth perspective to the global energy discourse.

IRENA Youth Forum delegates are expected to attend and participate in:

1. High level plenaries
2. Experts Debates & Roundtables
3. Workshops and Seminars
4. Interactive activities
5. Youth Circles
6. High Level Bilateral meetings

• Table of Content
• About International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
• IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers
• Aim and Benefits of IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers
• Requirements for IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an intergovernmental organisation that supports countries in their transition to a sustainable energy future, and serves as the principal platform for international cooperation, a centre of excellence, and a repository of policy, technology, resource and financial knowledge on renewable energy. IRENA promotes the widespread adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy, including bioenergy, geothermal, hydropower, ocean, solar and wind energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-ca... continue reading

IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers

Application Deadline	24 Sep 2024
Type	Fellowship
Sponsor	International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers

Upon selection, full sponsorship, including travel and accommodations, will be provided for up to 35 participants.

Requirements for IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers Qualification

Youth between the age of 16 and 35 years

Interview date, Process and Venue for IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers

Selection Criteria

• The event strives for a global and balanced geographical representation of youth and highly encourages applications from youth in LDCs, SIDS and developing countries.

Application Deadline

September 24, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) on forms.office.com to apply

• Interested youth between the age of 16 and 35 years can submit their application by completing the application form.
• The deadline for individual applications is 24 September 2024 (at midnight, Abu Dhabi local time). Participants will be selected based on their commitment to accelerating progress on renewable energy deployment.

For more details, visit IRENA website.