Ulaanbaatar
Mongolian Youth Contributing to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Society
Ulaanbaatar, January 29, 2025 /MONTSAME/. University students have enhanced their knowledge of renewable energy by participating in training programs, developing projects, and implementing them. As a result, 30 solar panels and 15 solar-powered LED light poles have been installed in 10 general education schools.
The total energy output of these installations is 19,000 kWh, which is estimated to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 149 tons per year, or equivalent to the annual electricity consumption of 30 households. Over a ten-year period, this initiative has the potential to cut emissions by 1,491 tons.
The contribution of the youth in reducing greenhouse gases was highlighted during the presentation of the results of the "Energy Shift Leader" Program, jointly implemented by UNICEF and the Mongolian University of Science and Technology (MUST). This Program started implementation in the Autumn of 2024 and is aimed at enhancing the understanding of renewable energy and improving the Green Skills of students.
UNICEF Representative to Mongolia, Evariste Kouassi-Komlan, said, "Today's presentation does not mark the end of the Program, but rather the beginning of a larger initiative. Young people now have the opportunity to discuss how they can actively participate in the energy transition. You are the future leaders of the renewable energy sector, and I congratulate you on your role in driving this transformation."
Participants in the Program shared their experiences, saying, "We made many great new friends. Beyond just attending training on renewable energy, we also taught what we learned to younger students and implemented the project as a team, seeing its impact firsthand. This experience motivated us, gave us inspiration, and required effort, skills, and collaboration. While transitioning to clean energy may seem to require large-scale power plants producing thousands of megawatts, we realized that even managing just 2 kW of energy requires strong leadership, planning, and problem-solving. This made us appreciate the importance of collective leadership in making the energy transition a reality."
