“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 »
On the 12th of May the annual general assembly of YES-DC takes place. During this meeting the official financial reports of YES-DC will be discussed. Also it is time to say goodbye to the board of 2019/2020 and greet the new board of 2020/2021. This event is open to all members. Due to the CoViD-19
Invitation to the General Assembly 2020 Read More »
Due to the CoViD-19 crisis, YES-DC is not able to organise events for an undetermined period. At least, not the events you are used from us. We are happy to announce that YES-DC is able to host events online. A little less networking and community building, and a little more focus on raw knowledge. But
Trying something new: webinars Read More »
Young Energy Specialists & Development Cooperation (YES-DC) is looking for new board members! We are looking for: Super awesome people (M/F/X) Master student or young professional Interested or active in the energy industry/circular economy/sustainability/international development Available for a couple of hours (2-4hr per week) to organise events In return, we promise you: A network of
Looking for a new board! Read More »
After a small break it is time to gather again and learn about energy democracy. This topic is already relevant for quite some decades, but now with the compounding potential of decentralisation and the increased new interest of the public, this topic is very pertinent. Experts claim that the democratisation of the energy systems would
emPOWERing Communities Read More »
Last December, the COP25 Climate Conference was held in Madrid. YES-DC participated with a strong delegation, focused on both Article 6 negotiations and youth participation. The first week delegation consisted of members Esha Roy, Duco Coops, Carlotta Ferri and Ligin George. Carlotta wrote some interesting columns on her time at COP, on topics including carbon