Student Energy Summit Ambassadors Program

The Student Energy Summit Ambassador Program (SESAP) is an initiative that seeks to empower youth from universities across the UAE to become agents of positive change in their communities beyond.

Applications are now closed for this program. Learn more about our selected Ambassadors below!

A program that empowers youth across the United Arab Emirates in the energy sector!

This program will provide young people with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to become effective advocates for a sustainable future. The SESAP will provide tools and support necessary to raise awareness about climate change, the energy transition, and the need to take action to address them.

Through a series of interactive activities, workshops, and online resources, the program will help youth to understand the causes and consequences of climate change, and to identify and implement strategies for mitigating its impacts, including accelerating the energy transition. The program also seeks to help equip youth with the skills necessary to enter into the energy workforce in the UAE, and to be part of strategic initiatives such as the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy and Abu Dhabi's Energy Plan. 

The program will provide 8-10 students with the opportunity to:

  • Play an active role in youth engagement at the conference through a year-long program.

  • Attend COP28 and participate in the immersive COP experience at EXPO City Dubai.

  • Provide students with the opportunity to learn from experts in the field, network with professionals and policymakers, and ensure their voices are heard.

Eligibility

  • All youth between ages 18-24, who are residents of the UAE, are eligible for the program.

  • Participants must be currently enrolled in a university in the UAE through the whole year of 2023.

  • Participants must demonstrate a commitment to tackling climate change through their education and extracurricular activities.

Objectives

  • Raise awareness of global climate issues and energy transition among university students in the UAE,

  • Facilitate partnerships and promote collaboration among students from different universities,

  • Facilitate community engagement,

  • Connect youth to local and global initiatives that foster positive environmental change,

  • Provide a platform for youth to voice their opinions, network and develop their leadership skills.

Roles and Responsibilities for SES Ambassadors

  • Spread awareness and understanding of the current climate crisis among students in their universities regarding the impact of climate change and ways in which the UAE is making change.

  • Take part in meetings and discussions through the year-long planning for Student Energy Summit engagements. 

  • Organize and participate in events and activities towards reimagining the future of energy and sustainability as a part of SES programming.

  • Create a hub within their university for students interested in energy sustainability.

REQUIREMENTS AND ROLES DURING sesap to successfully complete the program: 

  • Participate in at least one conference in the UAE from the list of conferences that will be provided. 

  • Host at least one event on campus per semester to introduce the students to the Student Energy Summit and spread awareness and understanding of the current climate crisis (Support materials will be provided by the SES 2023 team, as needed).

  • Recruit at least 20 students to register and apply to the Student Energy Summit.

  • Reflect upon your journey during the catch-up meetings with SES 2023 team.

  • Participate in one immersive Mock-COP experience organized by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, MOCCAE, at EXPO 2020.

Meet the ambassadors of the Student Energy Summit 2023

This group comprises of a passionate cohort of young leaders selected from universities across the UAE. As Ambassadors, they are committed to driving positive change in the energy sector and becoming catalysts for a sustainable future.

Recognizing the pivotal role of young people in shaping the energy landscape, the Ambassadors aspire not only to advocate for change but also to foster collaboration and innovation. They aim to bridge the gap between academia, industry, and government, creating a conducive environment for collective action in pursuit of sustainable energy solutions.