2023
Annual Report
In 2023, our main focus was on expanding our global network of youth engaged in our Programs Ecosystem and strengthening partnerships with global organizations in the climate and energy space. We are thrilled to share our work through the 2023 Annual Report. Take a sneak peek of the summary and general information that the report contains, and click on the button below to expand the information when reading the whole document.
2023: Our Impact at a Glance
826
program participants from 116 countries, 78 of which are ODA countries across our Programs Ecosystem
$2,868,000
in funding secured from organizations, governments, and foundations
1604
Career Training Applications Received
1,063
Fellowship Applications Received
32
Guided Projects Graduates
32,730
People EngagedThrough Chapters
4,369
Total Chapter Membership
12
New Chapters
3
Research projects launched:
Youth Impact Framework, Energy Transition Skills Project, Global Youth Energy Outlook
“Reflecting on my first year as Executive Director and my seven-year journey with Student Energy, I feel a deep sense of resolve and optimism. The challenges we’ve worked through, and the successes we’ve celebrated, including the impactful International Student Energy Summit (SES 2023), gathering over 600 young people together on the sidelines of COP28, underscores the growing demand from young people to be a part of this movement. Our Student Energy Chapters program expanded our local network to 12 universities in 6 new countries. Enhancing our project-based learning model, the Student Energy Fellowship saw over 1,000 applications in 2023, and in it’s first annual cohort, our Guided Projects program accelerated 6 clean energy enterprises in 3 countries: Canada, Kenya, and Peru.”
Helen Watts
Executive Director, Student Energy
“The role of youth in the global energy crises is critical for fostering an empowered energy landscape. Throughout 2023, it became increasingly known that Student Energy’s vision for a just energy future must be deeply rooted in people-centered approaches. At Student Energy, our mission stands: to empower the next generation of leaders who will drive this critical energy transition forward. We focused on a renewed mission for Student Energy, gaining inspiration from the foundation that built this organization into what it is today.”
Santiago Espinosa de los Monteros
Board Chair, Student Energy Board of Directors
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“Since joining the team a little over 3 years ago, one thing remains consistent – youth are ready and committed to taking action to accelerate the energy transition. However, they need support, including accessible energy education, skills training, project funding, and career guidance. Expanding our programs in critical regions and deepening our existing support to our current youth network will be our north star for the upcoming years. The solutions exist and young people are ready – now we need industry, governments, and funders to mobilize resources and take action with a strong sense of urgency to invest in youth.”
Claris Canta
Director of Programs, Student Energy
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