UNIDO/Energy Academy Europe (EAE) Training for Developing Countries 2017

UNIDO in collaboration with the Energy Academy Europe (EAE) is organizing a training course for professionals to address some of the key issues relating to sustainable energy by raising awareness and conveying an in-depth understanding of energy policy, technology and financing as planning tools for developing sustainable energy systems.

Application Deadline: 15th September 2017.

Eligible Countries: Developing Countries

To Be Taken At (Country): The Netherlands

About the Award: UNIDO and the Energy Academy Europe (EAE), a centre of excellence on energy located in Groningen, the Netherlands joint forces to enhance the understanding of innovative energy solutions and to contribute to building new capacities for promoting green industry and sustainable energy systems in developing countries.

In order to address the prevailing social and environmental challenges in a sustainable and lasting manner, UNIDO promotes inclusive and sustainable industrial development. One important aspect of it is the necessity to promote energy efficiency and renewable energy in industrial production. Considering that energy inputs represent an important cost of production for industries, clean energy and energy efficiency have progressively become core determinants of economic competitiveness and sustained growth.

Type: Training

Eligibility: 

• Participation is open to mid-level professionals from emerging and developing countries with expertise in industrial development, energy and environment, and other relevant fields.
• Participants are expected to have prior understanding and/or practical knowledge of issues related to industrial energy efficiency, renewable energy, low emission and low carbon energy technologies, as well as energy policy and regulatory frameworks.

Selection Criteria: Participants will be selected based on their application package.

Number of Awards: 25

Value of Award: 

• The 8-day course will provide participants the opportunity to familiarize themselves with trends in sustainable energy solutions.
• Accommodation, catering and travel will be financed by UNIDO

Duration of Program: 15 – 22 November 2017

How to Apply: To apply, please visit: https://institute.unido.org/sustainable-energy-solutions-2017-application-form

Visit the Program Webpage for Details

Award Providers: UNIDO and the Energy Academy Europe (EAE)