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Organized by Youth for Energy Southeast Asia (Y4E-SEA)
Join emerging energy leaders, policymakers, private sector champions, and youth changemakers from across the region to accelerate a just energy transition!
Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia
10 - 12 October
2025
Supported by
Society of Renewable Energy (SRE)
About SAYEF
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The Southeast Asia Youth Energy Forum (SAYEF) is a regional initiative that empowers young leaders to shape the region’s energy future through intergenerational dialogue, policy engagement, and collaboration on clean energy and sustainability.
Returning in 2025 to Kuala Lumpur, SAYEF brings a mission to:
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Strengthen regional cooperation on sustainable energy
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Promote youth-led energy education
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Accelerate inclusive climate action and just transitions
The forum brings together youth and leaders to co-create a greener, more sustainable Southeast Asia.
History of SAYEF
The first edition of the Southeast Asia Youth Energy Forum (SAYEF) was launched in Bali, Indonesia in 2023 during Indonesia's ASEAN Chairmanship. It was initiated by the Society of Renewable Energy (SRE).
The inaugural forum gathered youth delegates, policymakers, and energy experts from across the region. Its key outcome was a set of youth-driven recommendations, which were formally presented to ASEAN Energy Ministers, CEOs, and international organizations relevant to the energy sector.
Building on this momentum, Youth for Energy Southeast Asia (Y4E-SEA) embraced the spirit of SAYEF to develop an ongoing platform for youth capacity building, policy engagement, and intergenerational dialogue on Southeast Asia’s sustainable energy future.
Focus Area & Activities
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Site Visit
A tour to a renewable energy facility in Malaysia, offering real-world exposure to clean energy infrastructure and transition efforts.
Forum
A youth-led conference featuring speakers from government, private sector, academia, and NGOs to elevate youth voices in Southeast Asia’s energy future.
Youth Statement
A regional declaration capturing youth commitment, insights, and solutions for a just and inclusive energy transition in Southeast Asia.
Call for Delegates!
Who can apply?
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Youth aged 18 – 30 years old
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Southeast Asian nationals (with valid passport, except Malaysian Nationals)
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Residing in SEA (if not, only partial-funded/day-pass available)
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Strong interest in energy, climate, sustainability
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Available to travel to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on 10 – 12 Oct 2025
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Eager to contribute and make real impact
Who Should Apply
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A youth who wants to connect with other young professionals & leaders
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Passionate about energy, climate, and sustainable development
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Looking to build your career in green industries & policy
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Keen to explore your knowledge in energy and climate
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Keen to develop skills in leadership, negotiation, and ideation
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Motivated to create real impact in Southeast Asia
Youth Academic Essay Competition – Urban Energy Edition
As a part of SAYEF 2025, Y4E-SEA proudly host the Youth Academic Essay Competition with the Urban Energy Focus!
We are aiming to:
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Elevate urban youth voices by identifying outstanding thinkers across ASEAN who propose actionable ideas for clean, inclusive urban energy.
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Generate policy-relevant research on smart grids, electrified mobility and other urban-energy themes
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Build capacity through mentorship, workshops and exposure to city leaders, enabling youth to transition concepts into pilot projects.
Eligibility criteria:
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ASEAN nationals/residents aged 15–30
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Original, unpublished work
Competition Themes
To join the competition, you can choose one of the four urban-energy tracks that emphasize youths as drivers, advocates, and change agents in urban energy development.
Each track emphasises non-technical approaches accessible to students from all academic backgrounds—including policy, communications, business, social sciences, arts, and community organising—while positioning youth as active change agents rather than passive recipients of energy services.
The top 3 finalists will get
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Full access pass to all SAYEF 2025 events and sub-events
Funding support to Kuala Lumpur to attend SAYEF 2025 (10-12 October 2025)
15-minute slot to present the essay in front of judges during SAYEF
Spotlighted on Y4E-SEA and partner’s digital media channels and website
Opportunity to collaborate on future Y4E-SEA research projects
Other News
Contact Us
We are open to partnerships and sponsorships for SAYEF 2025.
Support youth leadership and the clean energy transition in Southeast Asia by collaborating with us.
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