Masdar’s Y4S Opens 2026 Registration for Future Green Leaders

Abu Dhabi – Masdar’s global initiative Youth 4 Sustainability (Y4S) has officially opened registrations for its 2026 cohort, inviting ambitious young minds from across the world to join the movement shaping a cleaner, greener future.

Y4S, launched in 2016, is dedicated to empowering the next generation of sustainability leaders through skill-building, mentorship, and real-world exposure to the clean energy sector. The programme has already reached thousands of young people globally and continues to grow in popularity, with last year’s edition receiving nearly 1,000 applications for just 120 spots.

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This year, the initiative runs under the theme “Write the Next Chapter,” calling on youth to become changemakers who shape the planet’s sustainable future.

The 2026 Y4S programmes include two key tracks — the Future Sustainability Leaders programme for university students and young professionals aged 19 to 35, and the Sustainability Ambassadors programme for UAE-based high school students aged 15 to 18.

Both tracks offer a year-long journey of immersive learning through global forums, innovation challenges, industry visits, and mentorship. Participants gain firsthand exposure to UAE-based companies, government projects, and sustainability think tanks, giving them the opportunity to connect with experts driving climate action and renewable innovation.

More than just a learning platform, Y4S fosters a strong sense of community among its participants — encouraging peer-to-peer collaboration and idea exchange. Each member becomes part of a growing network of young changemakers dedicated to building a sustainable future.

Registration for the 2026 cohort is open until 30 November 2025, with limited places available. Interested candidates can apply via the official website www.y4s.ae.

As the world accelerates toward clean energy transition, Y4S continues to stand as a launchpad for young leaders determined to make a real-world difference — one sustainable idea at a time.