A Center for Energy and Climate Change, of Wollega University, could envision a sustainable future powered by clean energy, with a mission to promote energy efficiency and combat climate change through research, education, and policy advocacy, aiming to achieve a low-carbon economy and resilient communities.
Vision:
We aspire to be a leading to be the center of choice for innovative and applied energy and climate change and adaptation research and training
Mission:
- Promote energy efficiency and renewable energy:
Conduct research, develop and disseminate knowledge, and advocate for policies that support the transition to a low-carbon energy system.
- Mitigate and adapt to climate change:
Develop and implement strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help communities become more resilient to the impacts of climate change.
- Empower local communities:
Engage with local communities, provide education and training, and support local initiatives that promote sustainable energy and climate action.
- Advocate for policy change:
Work with policymakers to develop and implement policies that support sustainable energy and climate action.
Our Aim
The aim of the Center for Clean Energy & Climate Change is to further increase, enhance and synergise cross Faculty and external research collaboration in clean energy and climate change. These would enhance and develop the existing expertise in these areas.
Objectives:
- Developing a center of excellence in clean energy and climate change research.
- Performing cutting-edge research in the areas of clean energy and climate change and publishing the results in reputable journals and technical reports.
- Promoting the use of clean and renewable energy for socioeconomic development through research, innovation, and technology transfer.
- Setting up programs that will lead to more clean and renewable energy adoption and climate change awareness in Ethiopia.
- Advancing Scientific Research in Renewable Energy and climate change
- trengthening national and International Cooperation through joint projects pertaining to clean energy and climate change mitigation.