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ReCharge

2025-3-RS01-KA152-YOU-0003806192025Mobility of young peopleongoing
Countries: RS|EE|RO|ES|TR · Grant: €31,378
Environment and climate changeGreen skillsResearch and innovation

Objectives

The ReCharge project aims to provide young people with knowledge, practical skills and motivation to actively engage in the energy transition through non-formal education and interactive learning methods. In a world increasingly facing environmental challenges, climate change and the energy crisis, the shift to renewable sources becomes a key step in reducing dependence on fossil fuels. However, young people often lack opportunities for direct experience and deeper understanding of how renewable energy works and how it can be applied in their communities. The project emphasizes empowering participants to make small changes in their daily lives – saving energy, sustainable consumption and supporting green initiatives – thus contributing to a cumulative effect in tackling climate change and promoting renewable solutions. This project engages young people in an interactive, inspiring and practical way, motivating them to take initiative and become leaders of change in their communities. Through a series of workshops, practical experiments, study visits and youth exchanges, participants will explore how solar, wind, hydro and bio technologies work. Instead of a purely theoretical approach, the project focuses on experiential learning – mini wind turbines and energy storage systems. This way, they will acquire technical knowledge while developing sustainable habits they can immediately apply upon returning home. Activities will help them understand the contribution of renewables to energy efficiency, CO₂ reduction and resource conservation, but also their role in local economies. Case studies from across Europe will be analyzed to show how good practices can be transferred to local contexts. In addition, participants will design small practical actions they can apply right away – energy efficient habits, waste reduction and promotion of renewable solutions. The project also addresses the social and economic dimensions of renewable energy, underlining its impact on employment, entrepreneurship and community development. Young people will learn about energy democracy and decentralized production where citizens actively participate in generating and distributing clean energy. Entrepreneurship workshops will encourage the creation of green start-ups and innovative business ideas that combine environmental and economic benefits, fostering circular economy and sustainable growth. Critical thinking and debate are central components. Participants will analyze EU policies and strategies, discuss approaches to the energy transition and propose solutions to reduce carbon footprints. Group work and simulations will help them design energy efficiency projects, identify obstacles and develop ways to raise public awareness. Special emphasis will be on connecting these discussions with everyday life, showing that small lifestyle changes, when multiplied, create meaningful social and ecological impact. The international dimension adds further value: participants will exchange experiences with peers from other European countries, learn about diverse approaches to renewable energy and develop joint initiatives. Youth exchanges and teamwork will strengthen intercultural skills, solidarity and create a network of young people dedicated to promoting sustainable energy. These connections can grow into long-term partnerships and future projects that support the wider energy transition. The long-term goal of ReCharge is to empower young people to take an active role in the energy transition and become ambassadors of renewables in their communities. With the knowledge and experience gained, participants will be ready to inspire others, launch their own initiatives and contribute to global efforts to reduce emissions and protect the environment. They are expected to share knowledge with peers, families and communities, creating a chain reaction that encourages wider use of renewables. In this way, the project builds a bridge between education and daily practice, showing that even small lifestyle changes can become part of large social transformations.

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