IRENA Youth Forum 2026 in UAE Fully Funded

Are you ready to be part of a global platform that empowers young people to lead the clean energy transition? Applications are now open for the 8th Edition of the IRENA Youth Forum 2026 in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This fully funded youth forum will take place from 8th to 10th January 2026 during the IRENA Assembly, bringing together youth from across the world to exchange ideas, drive innovation, and contribute solutions for a sustainable energy future. Organized annually by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the forum provides young leaders the chance to directly engage with policymakers, renewable energy experts, and innovators. The theme for the IRENA Youth Forum 2026 is “Youth Innovation and Digital Solutions: From AI to Access in Renewable Energy.” Participants will explore how technology, digital transformation, and innovative approaches can accelerate universal access to renewable energy. With full funding covering travel, accommodation, and participation costs, this program offers a life-changing opportunity for youth to make their voices heard in shaping the global energy transition.