Driving Energy Transition in the Region: 3,474 Participants from 56 Countries
The Youth Energy Transition Academy for Latin America and the Caribbean (ATE LATAM & Caribbean) successfully concluded its 2024 activities, establishing itself as a key platform for developing technical capacities and strengthening regional commitment to a sustainable energy future. The academy was organized by Uno.Cinco, the Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE), and the Institute of International Studies at the University of Chile, with support from co-organizers: SEforALL, CAF, and the International Energy Agency (IEA).
Highlights and Key Outcomes
- Global Participation: With 3,474 participants from 56 countries, the Academy brought together youth, women, and professionals from various sectors, featuring 47% female representation and 1.8% non-binary participation.
- Final Projects: 300 students developed projects to be published in an illustrated report on energy transition in 2025.
- Regional Collaboration: Over 15 working groups analyzed the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) of 18 countries, promoting knowledge exchange and joint action.
High-Level Sessions and Featured Speakers
The Academy featured experts from international organizations such as OLADE, SEforALL, CAF, and UNEP. Sessions addressed topics like energy poverty, energy efficiency, public policies, and decarbonization.
Notable speakers included leaders like Andrés Rebolledo, Executive Secretary of OLADE; Rosa García (SEforALL); Guido Maiulini (OLADE); and Medardo Cadena, former Minister of Energy of Ecuador. The closing event included a high-level panel with regional experts discussing regulatory, technical, and social strategies to drive the energy transition.
