GAYO as part of its commitment to promote renewable energy penetration in Africa and prepare the workforce needed for the green transition is partnering with the EU and other key organizations in Africa to implement the RePower Project: A modular plug-and-play (PnP) compatible microgrid plants with enhanced renewable energy storage [...]
Expanding Horizons When it comes to addressing climate change, Africa’s youth are rising to the challenge—but too often, they haven’t been part of the decision-making rooms where policies are made. Despite recent efforts to prioritize youth participation in policy-making across Africa, including in Ghana, only a few young voices have [...]
At COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the urgency of climate finance and justice took center stage as global leaders grappled with the demands of developing nations. [...]
The Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) has been awarded the 2024 Earthshot Prize in the Clean Our Air category. Recognized for its impactful Zero Waste Model, GAYO is making strides in sustainable waste management and air quality improvement across African cities. This prestigious award was announced during a globally broadcast [...]
In an era where sustainable energy solutions and justice are paramount to mitigating climate change, RePower is at the forefront of enhancing rural electrification with its innovative modular and scalable Plug and Play (PnP) microgrid system. This initiative aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7), focusing on energy efficiency, increasing [...]
GAYO has pioneered Africa’s first comprehensive short course on CDR and SRM. This climate intervention aims to democratize knowledge [...]
GAYO's participation in Mission 2025 underscores its commitment to driving meaningful climate action. [...]
Youth inclusion is essential to achieving sustainable climate solutions, particularly in countries like Uganda, where young people form the majority of the population. The Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) reaffirmed this belief by actively participating in the 2024 Annual Environmental Parliament session. This high-level gathering brought together policymakers, civil society, [...]
As part fostering youth leadership in scientific research and environmental sustainability, GAYO donated laboratory and field equipment worth GH¢100,000 to UCC [...]