🏙✨ Sustainable Cities: Session Recap & Resources ✨
Earlier this month, ESP2026 participants explored the future of urban development in a session with amazing international expert Tung-Sheng Stone Shen! 🌟
The session offered a strategic perspective on how cities can balance economic growth, sustainability, and quality of life 🏵 We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Tung-Sheng Stone Shen for sharing his extensive professional and academic experience with the ESP cohort! 👏
📌To support our ESP2026 cohort and all the ESP community, we have gathered some useful resources pertaining to Sustainability and Urbanism.
Earlier this month, ESP2026 participants explored the future of urban development in a session with amazing international expert Tung-Sheng Stone Shen! 🌟
The session offered a strategic perspective on how cities can balance economic growth, sustainability, and quality of life 🏵 We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to Tung-Sheng Stone Shen for sharing his extensive professional and academic experience with the ESP cohort! 👏
📌To support our ESP2026 cohort and all the ESP community, we have gathered some useful resources pertaining to Sustainability and Urbanism.
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• UNSDG Learn: Sustainable Cities
Urban challenges and tools intro.
https://www.unsdglearn.org/courses/sustainable-cities/
• Lund University: Sustainable Cities MOOC
Decarbonization and green economies.
https://www.iiiee.lu.se/moocs/sustainable-cities
• UrbanShift City Academy
UNEP/WRI low-carbon planning.
https://academy.shiftcities.org
• TU Delft: Inclusive & Sustainable Cities
Global South housing solutions.
https://lifelong-learning.tudelft.nl/inclusive-and-sustainable-cities/
• TU Delft/Wageningen: Sustainable Urban Development
Metropolitan solutions for urbanization/sustainability.
https://learningforlife.tudelft.nl/sustainable-urban-development/
• SDG Academy Courses
Free modules on sustainable urbanization and policy.
https://sdgacademy.org/courses/
• JJ/WBGSP Scholarships
Masters including Erasmus Rotterdam: Urban Management/Development (climate change focus). Mar 30-May 29, 2026. Open to developing countries.
https://www.worldbank.org/en/programs/scholarships/brief/jjwbgsp-participating-programs-2022-2024-application-window-2
• IE Center for Sustainable Cities
Resilient design projects/programs.
https://www.ie.edu/school-architecture-design/center-for-sustainable-cities/
• Coursera Urbanism Courses
Certificates in design/planning.
https://www.coursera.org/courses?query=urbanism
Urban challenges and tools intro.
https://www.unsdglearn.org/courses/sustainable-cities/
• Lund University: Sustainable Cities MOOC
Decarbonization and green economies.
https://www.iiiee.lu.se/moocs/sustainable-cities
• UrbanShift City Academy
UNEP/WRI low-carbon planning.
https://academy.shiftcities.org
• TU Delft: Inclusive & Sustainable Cities
Global South housing solutions.
https://lifelong-learning.tudelft.nl/inclusive-and-sustainable-cities/
• TU Delft/Wageningen: Sustainable Urban Development
Metropolitan solutions for urbanization/sustainability.
https://learningforlife.tudelft.nl/sustainable-urban-development/
• SDG Academy Courses
Free modules on sustainable urbanization and policy.
https://sdgacademy.org/courses/
• JJ/WBGSP Scholarships
Masters including Erasmus Rotterdam: Urban Management/Development (climate change focus). Mar 30-May 29, 2026. Open to developing countries.
https://www.worldbank.org/en/programs/scholarships/brief/jjwbgsp-participating-programs-2022-2024-application-window-2
• IE Center for Sustainable Cities
Resilient design projects/programs.
https://www.ie.edu/school-architecture-design/center-for-sustainable-cities/
• Coursera Urbanism Courses
Certificates in design/planning.
https://www.coursera.org/courses?query=urbanism
UN SDG:Learn
Sustainable Cities
This course discusses what the government, private sector, and other actors can do to ensure that cities develop sustainably.
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🌍✨ Upcoming ESP Webinar: International Collaboration for Energy Transition ✨🌍
ESP2026 participants, join us for an insightful session with global expert Irina Mironova.
📍 Topic: International Collaboration for Energy Transition
📆 Date: 27/03/2026
⏰ Time: 16:00 CET
The energy transition is a global challenge that requires cooperation across countries, sectors, and disciplines. How can international collaboration accelerate progress and create more effective, inclusive solutions?
In this session, we will explore:
• The role of global partnerships in the energy transition
• How countries and institutions collaborate on climate and energy goals
• Key challenges and opportunities in international cooperation
✨ About the speaker:
Irina Mironova is an expert in energy transition, economics, and coal markets, as well as an experienced lecturer.
We look forward to another engaging discussion with the ESP2026 cohort.
See you on today at 16:00 CET! 🌱
ESP2026 participants, join us for an insightful session with global expert Irina Mironova.
📍 Topic: International Collaboration for Energy Transition
📆 Date: 27/03/2026
⏰ Time: 16:00 CET
The energy transition is a global challenge that requires cooperation across countries, sectors, and disciplines. How can international collaboration accelerate progress and create more effective, inclusive solutions?
In this session, we will explore:
• The role of global partnerships in the energy transition
• How countries and institutions collaborate on climate and energy goals
• Key challenges and opportunities in international cooperation
✨ About the speaker:
Irina Mironova is an expert in energy transition, economics, and coal markets, as well as an experienced lecturer.
We look forward to another engaging discussion with the ESP2026 cohort.
See you on today at 16:00 CET! 🌱
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🌱 Ideas that Shape the Green Future 🌍 – Session Recap!
Dear ESP2026 participants, following up on our inspiring session with Ms. Hui-Ping Chen, we would like to share some useful resources that you can use after the programme to further develop your projects!
📌 Youth Programs & Funding:
Youth4Climate Call for Solutions 2026 — Global competition offering up to USD 30,000 seed funding + mentorship for youth-led (18-29) climate solutions in energy & more. Deadline: 30 April 2026
🔗 https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/2026/03/03/youth4climate-call-for-solutions-2025-empowering-youth-led-climate-action/
IFRC Limitless Youth Innovation Academy — Training + support for young innovators building community resilience solutions.
🔗 https://solferinoacademy.com/limitless
Dear ESP2026 participants, following up on our inspiring session with Ms. Hui-Ping Chen, we would like to share some useful resources that you can use after the programme to further develop your projects!
📌 Youth Programs & Funding:
Youth4Climate Call for Solutions 2026 — Global competition offering up to USD 30,000 seed funding + mentorship for youth-led (18-29) climate solutions in energy & more. Deadline: 30 April 2026
🔗 https://opportunitiesforyouth.org/2026/03/03/youth4climate-call-for-solutions-2025-empowering-youth-led-climate-action/
IFRC Limitless Youth Innovation Academy — Training + support for young innovators building community resilience solutions.
🔗 https://solferinoacademy.com/limitless
📌 Contests:
Youth Innovation Challenge — Contest for innovative environmental/economic solutions.
🔗 https://www.cec.org/topics/youth-engagement/
ClimateLaunchpad — World's largest green business idea competition. Applications are open until May 2026.
🔗 https://climatescout.com/competitions/climatelaunchpad/
Hult Prize — Global contest for social ventures solving UN SDGs, including clean energy.
🔗 https://www.hultprize.org/
📌 Free Courses:
Yale/Coursera: Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship — Learn to identify social problems and build impact ventures. Enroll anytime
🔗 https://www.coursera.org/learn/social-entrepreneurship
Duke/Coursera: Renewable Energy and Green Building Entrepreneurship — Launch businesses in clean energy & sustainable construction. Enroll anytime
🔗 https://www.coursera.org/learn/renewable-energy-entrepreneurship
A huge thank you to Ms. Hui-Ping Chen for her invaluable time, profound insights, and infectious passion! 💚
Youth Innovation Challenge — Contest for innovative environmental/economic solutions.
🔗 https://www.cec.org/topics/youth-engagement/
ClimateLaunchpad — World's largest green business idea competition. Applications are open until May 2026.
🔗 https://climatescout.com/competitions/climatelaunchpad/
Hult Prize — Global contest for social ventures solving UN SDGs, including clean energy.
🔗 https://www.hultprize.org/
📌 Free Courses:
Yale/Coursera: Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship — Learn to identify social problems and build impact ventures. Enroll anytime
🔗 https://www.coursera.org/learn/social-entrepreneurship
Duke/Coursera: Renewable Energy and Green Building Entrepreneurship — Launch businesses in clean energy & sustainable construction. Enroll anytime
🔗 https://www.coursera.org/learn/renewable-energy-entrepreneurship
A huge thank you to Ms. Hui-Ping Chen for her invaluable time, profound insights, and infectious passion! 💚
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📢 ESP2026 Participants - Final Presentation Submission Reminder
As we approach the final stage of the Energy Sustainability Program, this is a reminder to submit your final team presentations!
📌 Submission details:
Topic: ESP Final Presentation (Team Number)
📧 Email: energysustainability.pdp@gmail.com
⏰ Deadline: March 30, 17:00 CET
❗️Please note that no changes can be made after the deadline.
Over the past weeks, you have developed strong ideas, collaborated across borders, and worked through complex challenges 💚 Now is the moment to present your work with clarity and confidence!
🎯 Make sure your presentation reflects the full potential of your project - your effort, your thinking, and your vision.
We look forward to seeing your final submissions and celebrating your work at the closing session! ⚡️
As we approach the final stage of the Energy Sustainability Program, this is a reminder to submit your final team presentations!
📌 Submission details:
Topic: ESP Final Presentation (Team Number)
📧 Email: energysustainability.pdp@gmail.com
⏰ Deadline: March 30, 17:00 CET
❗️Please note that no changes can be made after the deadline.
Over the past weeks, you have developed strong ideas, collaborated across borders, and worked through complex challenges 💚 Now is the moment to present your work with clarity and confidence!
🎯 Make sure your presentation reflects the full potential of your project - your effort, your thinking, and your vision.
We look forward to seeing your final submissions and celebrating your work at the closing session! ⚡️
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🎤✨ REMINDER: ESP2026 Final Pitching & Closing Ceremony
📆 The final stage of ESP2026 is almost here!
Dear all, join us on March 31, 2026 at 17:00 CET for the Final Project Pitching and Closing Ceremony, where your ideas take the spotlight 🌟
❗️Dear ESP Teams, please, remember to submit your presentations by 17:00 CET today!
📌 Make sure to bring everything together:
• Refine your message
• Focus on clarity and impact
• Let your ideas shine
We are very proud of the entire ESP2026 cohort and excited to see your final presentations 💚
📆 The final stage of ESP2026 is almost here!
Dear all, join us on March 31, 2026 at 17:00 CET for the Final Project Pitching and Closing Ceremony, where your ideas take the spotlight 🌟
❗️Dear ESP Teams, please, remember to submit your presentations by 17:00 CET today!
📌 Make sure to bring everything together:
• Refine your message
• Focus on clarity and impact
• Let your ideas shine
We are very proud of the entire ESP2026 cohort and excited to see your final presentations 💚
🌍✨ ESP2026 Final Pitching: Meet the Teams ✨PART 1
Read more about projects of our amazing ESP2026 cohort, and discover the ideas that will be presented tomorrow at the ESP2026 Final Pitching Session! ⚡️
Each project reflects a unique perspective, combining research, creativity, and practical thinking, and we are excited to see these ideas come to life.
👏 We are incredibly proud of all participants for their dedication, teamwork, and commitment throughout the program!
To celebrate this milestone, we’ve also created individual participant cards that you can share on your social media whether to present your project, reflect on your journey, or highlight your experience in ESP2026! 🌟
🔗 Access your individual card here: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/o5uBaZaFQoH6uw
We encourage you to share your story, your ideas, and your impact 💚
Good luck to all the teams, we look forward to your presentations tomorrow! 🙌
Read more about projects of our amazing ESP2026 cohort, and discover the ideas that will be presented tomorrow at the ESP2026 Final Pitching Session! ⚡️
Each project reflects a unique perspective, combining research, creativity, and practical thinking, and we are excited to see these ideas come to life.
👏 We are incredibly proud of all participants for their dedication, teamwork, and commitment throughout the program!
To celebrate this milestone, we’ve also created individual participant cards that you can share on your social media whether to present your project, reflect on your journey, or highlight your experience in ESP2026! 🌟
🔗 Access your individual card here: https://disk.yandex.ru/d/o5uBaZaFQoH6uw
We encourage you to share your story, your ideas, and your impact 💚
Good luck to all the teams, we look forward to your presentations tomorrow! 🙌
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