Energy
Literacy for
Youth

Inclusive education on energy, climate and democracy for young people across Europe

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Young people participating in the ELY project

Empowering
young people
to understand,
question
and transform
energy systems

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Our project

Energy Literacy for Youth (ELY) is an Erasmus+ project that strengthens energy literacy among young people, especially those with fewer opportunities. The project connects knowledge about energy, climate and democracy with participation, critical thinking and action.

Why it matters

Energy shapes our everyday lives — from heating and transport to digital technologies. Yet many young people are excluded from understanding and influencing energy systems. The energy transition requires not only technology, but also informed and engaged citizens.

Who we work with

We work with diverse groups of youth with fewer opportunities, such as with disabilities, from rural areas, lower socio-economic backgrounds, with migration background or exclusion experiences, educators and teachers interested in energy and climate education.

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Core Pillars of ELY

1. Inclusion &
Youth with fewer opportunities

ELY places inclusion at the centre of its approach, focusing on young people with fewer opportunities. This includes youth from rural areas, lower socio-economic backgrounds, and those facing social or structural barriers.

The project aims to reduce inequalities in access to knowledge and participation, ensuring that energy and climate education is accessible, relevant and empowering for all.

2. Energy Literacy &
Climate Justice

ELY supports young people in understanding how energy systems work and how they are connected to the climate crisis and social inequalities.

Participants explore key questions of justice: who benefits from energy systems, who bears the costs, and how energy transitions can be made fair and inclusive.

3. Active Citizenship &
Participation

ELY empowers young people to become active participants in shaping energy and climate futures. Through participatory methods and co-creation, participants develop skills in critical thinking, communication and collective action.

The project promotes engagement at local and European levels, strengthening the role of youth in democratic processes and energy transition.

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We can’t wait to
see you grow!

For any questions about the project,
please reach out to

ely@energyliteracy.eu
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