Bring SES to your city!
The Student Energy Summit (SES) is the world’s largest youth-led energy event, convening over 4,000 young leaders from 200+ countries since 2009 to collaborate on solutions for a just, clean energy transition. Through unique programming like our Innovation Jam and mentorship networks, the Summit has a catalytic, lifelong impact on youth-led climate action.
Enter your details below to receive details on the host selection process and timeline expectations.
Join an Upcoming Info Session & Live Q&A
Join us for an interactive info session and live Q&A hosted by Student Energy’s Executive Director, Helen Watts. We will cover key steps, timelines, and requirements for submitting your Expression of Interest (EOI) and full bid package, as well as what it takes to bring SES 2028 to your region and community.
To accommodate global time zones, we are hosting two live sessions. Select the time that works best for your region to register:
Session 1
Regions: Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East
Date & Time: Friday, October 16 at 12:00 PM EDT / UTC-4
Session 2
Regions: Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia, Pacific, Oceania
Date & Time: Saturday, October 17 at 7:00 AM EDT / UTC-4
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next Student Energy Summit (SES)?
The Student Energy Summit is a biennial event, with the next summit targeted to take place in 2028. While 2028 is our target hosting year, we maintain room for timeline flexibility to best accommodate the selected youth team’s regional context and their partnering host institution.
Who is eligible to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and host?
- We welcome anyone to submit an initial Expression of Interest. However, to submit a final bid and host the summit, the following eligibility criteria apply:
- Youth-Led: All summits must be youth-led. The core bidding team and organizing committee must consist of young leaders between the ages of 18 and 35.
- Open to All: You do not need to be an enrolled student at the host institution to lead a bid; young professionals are highly encouraged to participate
- Host Institution: Teams must partner with a supportive host institution (such as a university, college, or community institution
What do I need to prepare for the Expression of Interest (EOI)?
The EOI is a straightforward online form where you’ll share your background, your proposed host city, and your initial vision for the summit. (Once you submit the quick form above, we will instantly email you the full EOI guidelines and preparation details)
What does the full bidding process involve if we are shortlisted?
Based on the EOIs, select teams will be invited in November to submit a comprehensive bid package. This package requires detailed plans regarding your youth-led organizing committee, formal institutional support, event logistics, and prospective sponsorship strategies.
For any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
