In July 2023, I became the first Black youth female president of the YES-DC, since then I have been leading the network by organizing programs, creating a safe space for networking, and innovating ideas to spur sustainable energy and development. Through the position, I reinforced the belief in the power of youth voices in driving […]
5 Things I Learned As YES-DC President- Mojisola Ogundiran Read More »
On October 20th, 2023, YES DC hosted a highly insightful symposium titled “Geopolitical Implications of the Recent Trend of Coups in Sub-Saharan Africa on Europe’s Energy Sustainability Goals” at Carol Shaw Hall, The Hague Tech. This event convened experts, policymakers, industry leaders, academics, and civil society representatives to analyze the far-reaching impacts of recent political
On Friday, July 26th, 2024 Young Energy Specialists & Development Cooperation (YES-DC) concluded an insightful event titled Energy Diplomacy: Approaches to Innovation, Sustainability, and Inclusivity in the Hague. This event brought together distinguished speakers and participants to explore diverse strategies in energy diplomacy, with a special focus on cooperation between the Global South and Global North.
Energy Diplomacy: Approaches to Innovation, Sustainability, and Inclusivity Read More »
VACANCIES Call for 2 Members of the Board of YES-DC: Research and Content, and Communications We are looking for 2 new enthusiastic Members of Board. One with relevant research and content creation expertise, and one with relevant communications expertise to support the network development. Are you looking to build your career in the field of
Rural Electrification of Africa: Current Scenario; Challenges As a continent, Africa simultaneously displays some of the world’s greatest potential for renewable energy generation, alongside the lowest rates of access to affordable, reliable and sustainable energy. With roughly 600 million people having no access to electricity, nearly 60% of the world’s unelectrified population lives in
“We need to rewrite our story to turn this tragedy into a triumph. Our burning of fossil fuels, our destruction of nature, our approach to the industry, construction and learning, and our releasing carbon into the atmosphere are already in trouble. We are, after all, the greatest problem solvers to have ever existed on earth.”
COP26 Glasgow Recap Read More »
Despite the presence of world-wide climate related disasters, climate diplomacy has not been at the forefront of the news this year. With no large climate conference taking place, danger looms that urgently needed action will be delayed even more. This year has not only seen what kind of damage a world-wide pandemic can cause, it
A silent year for climate diplomacy Read More »
On the 28th of July YES-DC organized its third webinar and the first event of the new board. The theme of the night was the Green Deal and our main question was; why should and how can young people be(come) involved in the Green Deal? We started with two speakers from the DG Energy from
Webinar: The Green Deal Read More »
One of the most challenging topics when talking about the energy transition to cleaner sources is how to implement this ambition in developing countries. If these energy generating sources are facing many problems in the developed world, additional issues must be overcome in poorer areas. But thanks to passionate people like Master student Tyas Dwi
New approaches to renewables-based rural electrification Read More »
Yesterday evening the General Assembly of YES-DC took place. During this meeting the financial year report was presented and officially accepted. Also the activities of the board 2019/2020 were presented. You can find the corresponding report here. Furthermore: YES-DC welcomes the new board! Last Tuesday we hosted our general assembly online, where Tim Speelman, Maarten
Installation of YES-DC’s new board 2020/2021 Read More »
Young Energy Specialists and Development Co-operation (YES-DC) is an association of students and young professionals interested and/or working in the field of energy and international co-operation.