SCI Hosts Webinar at the 2025 United Nations High-Level Political Forum Side Event
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On July 17, 2025, at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) virtual side event, Solar Cookers International (SCI) and esteemed guests highlighted solar cooking as a proven, cross-cutting solution that supports the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
The engaging webinar showcased how solar cooking improves health, empowers women, supports economic opportunities, and protects the environment. Speakers from around the world shared powerful insights on how solar cooking reduces harmful air pollution, advances gender equality, and fosters global partnerships for sustainable development.
The inspiring panel of guest speakers included:
- Mikael Melin, Head of People Centred Programmes, Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), Austria
- Elvis Ndikum Achiri, Cofounder and President, Global Youth Strategy on Air Pollution and Climate Health (GYS), Cameroon
- Elena Castrillo Romón, International Relations Office for Vocational Training and Employment Exchange, IES La Merced, Spain/Burundi
- Dr. Dieudonné Nimubona Rukundo, Chief Executive Officer, NIRUDI Company, Partner of VET to Stop Deforestation Project, Spain/Burundi
SCI extends heartfelt thanks to our supporters and collaborators whose dedication makes this vital work possible. Together, we are creating a cleaner, healthier, and more equitable future.