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- New partnership between Schneider Electric and its Foundation and INCO
- Skilling and empowering youth for energy transition in sub-Saharan Africa
- Schneider Electric's mission for a sustainable and inclusive energy transition
- Inspiring and empowering young people to make an impact in their communities
Abidjan, Ivory Coast, May 10, 2024 /CSRwire/ – Schneider Electric's Sustainability Impact Vision. The aim is to achieve a decarbonized world and promote the digital economy. The event, held in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, on April 23, brought together stakeholders from the private and public sectors to showcase innovative solutions that integrate sustainability and technological advances. This reflects the company's commitment to creating a more sustainable future. About sub-Saharan Africa.
The International Energy Agency reports an alarming figure: 760 million people around the world lack access to electricity, posing a significant barrier to both economic and human development. In sub-Saharan Africa alone, approximately 568 million people live without electricity.
For 80% of the world's population without access to energy1. This is especially important since today more than 60% of Africa's population is under the age of 25. By 2030, African youth are expected to account for 42% of the world's youth2.
Schneider Electric aims to help pave the way for a sustainable future in sub-Saharan Africa. We are dedicated to preparing the next generation with the skills and knowledge needed to embrace new opportunities in the energy transition.
As an impact company, we are committed to bridging progress and sustainability for everyone, as we have the solutions and expertise to bring everyone along and accelerate sustainability. One way to achieve this is through her Youth Impact Through Learning program, which involves more than 400 partners in 45 countries, providing training to improve skills and empowering young people in the energy transition. is.
The company leverages its expertise and infrastructure to support global and local partners through funding and knowledge sharing. Focused on digital transformation, the 'New Skills for Future and Innovation' program will provide energy transition training and project-based learning for students aged 15 to 35. The program focuses on students who seek to actively participate in building a sustainable future, fostering lasting change within their local communities and contributing to a just energy transition. Schneider Electric aims to train 1 million people in energy management by 2025 as part of its sustainability goals. The company emphasizes that the future of the energy transition depends on building a resilient workforce that can drive energy forward. A sustainable and inclusive energy transition that gives everyone access to the future.
The kick-off ceremony, led by Manish Pant, Schneider Electric's executive vice president of international operations, marked the beginning of a new partnership between Schneider Electric and its Foundation and INCO, creating new skills for the future and innovation in sub-sectors. The program has started. sahara desert africa. The collaboration aims to launch the “Get into Energy Transition” program, which will develop a 122-hour digital module on foundational skills and project-based learning in the energy transition field. The program targets 2,000 students aged 15-27 in Senegal and is committed to gender equality by allocating 60% of slots to female candidates. Attendees will gain insight into energy transition and sustainability practices through immersive experiences and professional development opportunities.
“This is a demonstration of our proactive commitment to creating impact makers in local communities and addressing the energy skills gap towards a just and inclusive energy transition.To create a sustainable future. , we must involve everyone to unlock access to the future for all.'' Manish Pant, Executive Vice President, International Operations, Schneider Electric.
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1 World Bank Report – Reinvigorating Africa
2World Economic Forum – September 2022
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