Applications are now open for the European Youth Energy Forum 2026 for young professionals and researchers: Fully Funded to France
Closing Date: 14 June 2026
Applications are now open for the European Youth Energy Forum 2026 for young professionals and researchers: Fully Funded to France
Applications for the European Youth Energy Forum 2026 (EYEF 2026) are now open!
Are you passionate about the energy transition?
Are you between 18 and 35 and based in Europe or the Mediterranean?
Would you like to engage with a community of 100 students, young professionals, and researchers?
EYEF 2026 offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, contribute to discussions, and take part in a collaborative journey focused on the energy transition.
EYEF 2026 Details
🗓️ Applications are open until 14 June 2026 (EYEF encourages early applications)
💻 Online programme: July – October
📍 Live forum: Nice, France (26–29 October 2026)
✈️ Accommodation is covered, with support provided towards travel costs.
About the European Youth Energy Forum
The European Youth Energy Forum (EYEF) is the flagship event of the European Youth Energy Network (EYEN), that creates a space for young people to voice their perspectives and connects them with energy stakeholders to drive action. EYEF brings together students, young professionals, and researchers from across Europe and the Mediterranean to exchange ideas and develop solutions for the energy transition.
Building on its continued collaboration with the IRENA Youth Forum the 2026 edition will further strengthen the role of youth in the global energy dialogue.
The European Youth Energy Forum 2026 Overview
From Skills to Impact: Empowering Young Professionals to Implement the Energy Transition
EYEF comes to Nice, France!
From 26 to 29 October 2026, the city of Nice will host the 5th edition of the European Youth Energy Forum (EYEF). Organised by the European Youth Energy Network (EYEN). Under the theme “From Skills to Impact: Empowering Young Professionals to Implement the Energy Transition”, EYEF 2026 aims to empower youth to contribute meaningfully to the energy transition by combining policy reflection, practical learning, and collaboration with institutions and industry.
As a participant, you will embark on a 3-month online programme, which will culminate in a 4-day live event to be held in Nice, France from 26 – 29 October 2026. You will collaborate within a team to translate EYEN’s policy proposals into concrete projects. Participants will also get the opportunity to interact with institutions and industry experts to explore how youth-led ideas can contribute to real-world energy transitions efforts.
EYEN invites you to apply by completing and submitting this application form.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be between 18 – 35 years on 26 October 2026.
- Must be residing in a country within the European Political Community or the Mediterranean region (Algeria, Belarus, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, Tunisia).
- Must not have previously participated in EYEF.
- Must be passionate about actively contributing to a just energy transition.
Application Guidelines
- Please complete the application in English only.
- Please follow the file format and naming instructions provided in the File Uploads section.
- Applications close on 14 June 2026 at 23:59 CEST.
Timeline of EYEF 2026
- 11 May – 14 June Applications
- July – October Online Journey
- 26–29 October LIVE event in Nice, France
Selected participants will take part in the online programme followed by the in-person forum in Nice, France. EYEN encourages interested participants to apply early!
Partners & Collaboration
EYEF 2026 is developed in collaboration with institutional and industry partners who support youth engagement in the energy transition. EYEN continues its cooperation with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and welcome new partners interested in contributing to this initiative.
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