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Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Cultivating the next generation of scientists, engineers and energy experts
These STEM students are busy trying to beat the clock, putting their science, math, tech, and engineering skills to work building model homes out of simple materials like cardboard and wood foam planks, and felt for insulation. 'The roof is currently made out of layers of aluminum foil and the same kind of packaging material.' The model home challenge is one of several projects students in Constellation's third annual Youth Energy Summit are tackling.
Al-Ahram Weekly
17-06-2025
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Africa Energy Forum 2025 opens with urgent calls for united action on power access - Energy
The Africa Energy Forum 2025 opened today at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, bringing together over 6,000 delegates to address the continent's energy challenges under the theme Africa United: Powering Our Common Future. Government officials, industry leaders, and financiers focused on expanding access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy. South Africa's Minister of Electricity, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, urged Africa to take control of its energy transition. 'Africa can no longer be seen as a passive recipient of imported solutions. We have the natural resources, the human capital, and the ambition to drive our own energy transition,' he said. He called for urgent investment in grid infrastructure, regional integration, and renewables to close the access gap for 600 million people. Nigeria's Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, echoed the need for scale and coordination. 'We must think big, act boldly, and work together. Regional power markets, harmonised regulations, and major infrastructure projects are the only way we can provide energy security and drive industrialisation across the continent,' he said. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu addressed the forum via video, announcing reforms to cut energy project costs by up to 40 percent through faster permitting and regulation. He said Nigeria had secured more than $8 billion in energy investments over the past year. 'This shows that with the right policies, Africa can mobilise the resources it needs. Let us match words with action.' Former Ghanaian president John Dramani Mahama stressed inclusivity. 'Energy plans must serve our rural communities, not just our capitals. They must empower our youth, not just our corporations,' he said, calling for support for community-based and small energy enterprises. African Development Bank president Dr Akinwumi Adesina highlighted the scale of financing required. 'Africa requires at least $90 billion in annual energy investment through 2030. This is achievable if we build the right partnerships, de-risk investments, and focus on sustainable, inclusive models,' Adesina said. Delegates shared success stories, including cross-border transmission lines, utility-scale renewables, and battery storage, which improved grid reliability. Cape Town was praised for local innovation, such as rooftop solar incentives, battery installations, and pumped hydro plans. The Youth Energy Summit drew over 4,000 young professionals, students, and entrepreneurs for pitches, mentoring, and networking—giving the next generation a voice in shaping Africa's energy future. In the deal-making zone, agreements were signed for a 300MW wind farm joint venture, expanded mini-grid partnerships in East Africa, and new battery storage investments in North Africa. Investors expressed optimism, contingent on continued regulatory reforms. Closing Day 1, EnergyNet managing director Simon Gosling said: 'This forum is not about promises — it's about delivery. Africa stands at a historic crossroads. What we decide to do together in the days ahead will shape our energy future for generations.' The forum continues through the week with sessions on energy finance, regulation, regional markets, green hydrogen, and emerging technologies. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Russia Today
11-06-2025
- Business
- Russia Today
Brazil hosts 7th BRICS Youth Energy Summit
Brazil hosted the bloc's 7th Youth Energy Summit in its capital, Brasilia, earlier this week. The flagship gathering brought together over 100 participants, including young professionals, government officials, and senior energy experts from across the BRICS countries. The summit is the official youth platform of the BRICS group, which now includes ten member states: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE, and Indonesia. It connects early-career professionals and policymakers in the global energy sector. Organized under Brazil's rotating BRICS presidency in 2025, the event featured youth delegations, academic leaders, and major energy companies. Long-time summit partner Rosatom, Russia's state nuclear corporation, emphasized the importance of youth development in energy. 'By joining forces, we can implement joint research, exchange expertise, and create new solutions for global markets,' said Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev. 'Our Obninsk Tech hub unites top young nuclear professionals from around the world.' The city of Obninsk in Kaluga Region is where the world's first nuclear power plant began operating in1954. The facility, which was phased out in 2002 and is now a museum, had served for some time as a testing ground for pioneering nuclear technologies. A key highlight of the event was the soft launch of the BRICS Youth Energy Outlook, an annual report developed by over 50 young researchers from BRICS countries. The report addresses key topics such as low-carbon systems, sustainable fuels, energy accessibility, and critical minerals. It will be officially launched at COP30 in November 2025 in Belem, Brazil. Speakers at the summit included senior representatives from Brazil's Ministry of Mines and Energy, India's Ministry of Power, and other national institutions. The event also celebrated ten years of BRICS youth energy cooperation, reaffirming the bloc's long-term commitment to inclusive energy dialogue. The summit was organized by Brazil's Ministry of Mines and Energy and the National Youth Secretariat, in collaboration with the BRICS Youth Energy Agency and Rosatom.
