Applications for the The BP Advancing Energy Scholarship to Attend The One Young World 2019 in London is now open. One Young World is a UK-based not-for-profit organization that gathers young leaders from around the world to develop solutions to the world’s most pressing issues. It stages annual Summits in different World Cities where delegates from charities, NGOs, corporations and universities are joined by world leaders, acting as One Young World Counsellors.
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While the world demands more energy to fuel its rapid growth and lift people out of poverty, it also demands fewer emissions and a path to a low carbon future. The UN’s Sustainable Development Goals recognise the need for sustainable energy for all. Supporting the ambitions of the Paris Agreement, BP is determined to address the dual energy challenge: more energy with fewer greenhouse gas emissions.
Reflecting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goal 7, the BP Advancing Energy scholarship funds 30 scholars from around the world to participate in the One Young World Summit 2019. This scholarship is for young leaders who are focused on advancing the energy transition, creating low carbon businesses, and mitigating the impact of climate change.
The scholarship seeks candidates who:
- Create new low-carbon energy and business solutions
- Work to improve current renewable technologies such as solar, wind, and biofuels
- Increase access to, and the affordability of, renewable energy for developing countries
Assessment Criteria:
BP will select 30 scholars from a shortlist of candidates provided by One Young World. Candidates are assessed on the following:
- Evidenced commitment to delivering positive change
- Demonstrated capacity for leadership
- Understanding of key local and/or global issues
- Track record of generating impactful and innovative solutions
One Young World will actively seek and prioritise applicants who are making an impact in at least one of the following areas:
- Development of renewable energy solutions
- Accessibility of renewable energy solutions
- Climate change adaption
- Environmental protection
Location:
United KingdomBenefits
- Access to the One Young World Summit 2019 in London
- Advancing Energy Workshop with BP delegates on 22nd October, 2019
- Hotel accommodation between 21st and 25th (inclusive) October, 2019
- Travel to and from London (flights in economy)
- Catering which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue
- Summit hand-outs and support materials
- Discretionary funds to cover reasonable out of pocket expenses connected with getting to and from the Summit (these can be claimed by scholars after the Summit)
Eligibilities
- Aged 18 – 30 years (The One Young World team will also consider applications from those who are older than 30, pending demonstration of appropriate personal impact, initiative, and willingness to engage. But they will not accept applications from those who will be aged under 18 at the time of the Summit)
- Not be employed by the BP Group of companies
- Nationals of all countries will be eligible to apply for this scholarship
Application Process
Apply online through the given link.
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Application Deadline: May 25, 2019
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