The YES! Youthpreneurs Energy Showdown!
21 Jun 2023
YES! Theatre 2
Meet the YES Partners
Session hosted by: Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet:
- An exciting opportunity for young entrepreneurs in the renewable energy sector to showcase their innovative ideas and projects to angel investors
- Emphasizing the importance of affordable and clean energy as well as climate action for sustainable development
- Aligning with SDG 7 and addressing urgent action needed to combat climate change, as outlined in SDG 13
- Providing valuable feedback and guidance from the experienced angel investors
- Fostering mentorship relationships to enhance the impact and scalability of project
Moderator: Joseph Nganga, Vice President for Africa, Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP)
Participants:
- Marina Panekeet, Programme Manager, IKEA Foundation
- Andrew Amadi, CEO, Kenya Renewable Energy Association
- Nicole Issepi, Director of Energy Innovation, Bezos Earth Fund
- Louise Mathu, Energy, Policy and Regulatory Lead, Gennis Consulting
