CEZ Group is teaming up with One Young World to launch this Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 7. Apply below.
When is Application Deadline: 14th July 2023
Tell Me About Award: Despite progress, there are still more than 700 million people globally without access to electricity and a further 2.4 billion who must rely on burning harmful fuels for cooking. At current rates of progress, the percentage of those living without power is set to fall by just 7% by 2030. In short, the world is not on track to achieve SDG 7: ‘Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all’. What is more, stalling progress on SDG 7 hinders a wide range of other development factors – unelectrified medical facilities put lives at risk, children have fewer hours of light for study, and entrepreneurs can’t make use of competitive technology.
Powering the sustainable future the world needs calls for greater investment from governments and businesses and CEZ Group is committed to helping make this future a reality. CEZ Group’s vision is to introduce innovations for addressing energy needs, contributing to greater quality of life. That’s why we’re teaming up with One Young World to launch this Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 7.
This challenge aims to identify and support youth-led enterprises that are tackling the energy divide in the worst-affected countries and regions. We welcome solutions from young innovators that:
Type: Award
Who can Apply?
How Many Awards? 1
What is the Benefit of Award? The winning solution will receive:
How to Apply: Apply here
Visit Award Webpage for Details
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