Gender Webinar – SOLTRAIN+ Environmental Day 2024

Submitted by Selma Festus
Published 1 year, 3 months ago

June 2024 Virtual Webinar Announcement!!!

Join us for a pivotal virtual event on June 5th, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM CAT, as we delve into the crucial topic of climate change awareness and mitigation through SOLTRAIN+ activities.

Event Details:

Date: June 5th, 2024

Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM CAT

Inquiries: Selma Fesus, email: selma.festus@sacreee.org

June 2024 Virtual Webinar

SOLTRAIN+ is dedicated to combatting climate change through various impactful initiatives, including providing grants for renewable heating and cooling technologies and conducting energy audits. Within this framework, the Gender & Diversity work stream aims to increase women's participation in the sector by addressing barriers such as awareness and gender imbalance.

Webinar Objectives:

  • Understand climate change dynamics
  • Showcase renewable heating and cooling technologies
  • Highlight SOLTRAIN+ mitigation measures
  • Present regional opportunities
  • Identify actions to enhance women's participation.

Let's shape a sustainable and inclusive future together.

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