Damilola Ogunbiyi
@damilolasdg7.bsky.social
Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Sustainable Energy for All, Co-Chair of UN Energy, and CEO of @seforallorg.bsky.social
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I'm on the 2024 TIME100 Climate list!
This is not just a recognition of my work and my amazing colleagues at Sustainable Energy for All but all who have supported the vision of accelerating action on #climatechange and #energy poverty!
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#TIME100Climate
This is not just a recognition of my work and my amazing colleagues at Sustainable Energy for All but all who have supported the vision of accelerating action on #climatechange and #energy poverty!
time.com/collection/t...
#TIME100Climate
A new report shows that global electricity demand will increase at an average annual rate of 3.6% between 2026 and 2030.
Emerging economies will account for nearly 80% of additional electricity consumption through 2030.
www.iea.org/reports/elec...
Emerging economies will account for nearly 80% of additional electricity consumption through 2030.
www.iea.org/reports/elec...
Electricity 2026 – Analysis - IEA
Electricity 2026 - Analysis and key findings. A report by the International Energy Agency.
www.iea.org
February 11, 2026 at 11:47 AM
A new report shows that global electricity demand will increase at an average annual rate of 3.6% between 2026 and 2030.
Emerging economies will account for nearly 80% of additional electricity consumption through 2030.
www.iea.org/reports/elec...
Emerging economies will account for nearly 80% of additional electricity consumption through 2030.
www.iea.org/reports/elec...
Loved joining @mliebreich.bsky.social on the @cleaninguppod.bsky.social this week, sharing insights on @seforallorg.bsky.social, #SDG7 and providing accessible and affordable #energy across the world.
Tune in: www.cleaningup.live/socials/
Tune in: www.cleaningup.live/socials/
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February 9, 2026 at 11:37 AM
Loved joining @mliebreich.bsky.social on the @cleaninguppod.bsky.social this week, sharing insights on @seforallorg.bsky.social, #SDG7 and providing accessible and affordable #energy across the world.
Tune in: www.cleaningup.live/socials/
Tune in: www.cleaningup.live/socials/
#PodcastAlert I welcome you to watch this new podcast where I sit down with @cseindia.bsky.social's Head, Sunita Narain and we discuss what it will take to deliver clean, affordable #energy for all, and how the Global South is shaping the transition.
Watch now: youtu.be/Hv7POqcymnw?...
Watch now: youtu.be/Hv7POqcymnw?...
February 6, 2026 at 10:20 AM
#PodcastAlert I welcome you to watch this new podcast where I sit down with @cseindia.bsky.social's Head, Sunita Narain and we discuss what it will take to deliver clean, affordable #energy for all, and how the Global South is shaping the transition.
Watch now: youtu.be/Hv7POqcymnw?...
Watch now: youtu.be/Hv7POqcymnw?...
This was such a great conversation @mliebreich.bsky.social highlighting the innovations coming from the Global South, and the amazing clean energy strides countries in #Africa and #Asia are making.
“Sometimes when people think about the Global South, they don’t really understand innovation,” says @damilolasdg7.bsky.social, CEO @seforallorg.bsky.social. She joins @mliebreich.bsky.social to discuss how the Global South is steadily reshaping the energy transition: www.youtube.com/watch?v=otaq...
February 6, 2026 at 9:55 AM
This was such a great conversation @mliebreich.bsky.social highlighting the innovations coming from the Global South, and the amazing clean energy strides countries in #Africa and #Asia are making.
Reposted by Damilola Ogunbiyi
This week, @mliebreich.bsky.social is joined by @damilolasdg7.bsky.social, CEO & UN Special Rep for @seforallorg.bsky.social, to discuss delivering affordable, accessible renewable energy across the Global South. Out now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=otaq...
February 4, 2026 at 6:01 PM
This week, @mliebreich.bsky.social is joined by @damilolasdg7.bsky.social, CEO & UN Special Rep for @seforallorg.bsky.social, to discuss delivering affordable, accessible renewable energy across the Global South. Out now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=otaq...
Reposted by Damilola Ogunbiyi
Calling all #minigrid developers! The SOGREA initiative is your chance to make a lasting impact.
With €24M funding from the EU & Denmark, we’re inviting private sector companies to expand & upgrade green #minigrids in #SierraLeone. Apply by March 9: bit.ly/49SMRTD
#energyaccess
With €24M funding from the EU & Denmark, we’re inviting private sector companies to expand & upgrade green #minigrids in #SierraLeone. Apply by March 9: bit.ly/49SMRTD
#energyaccess
February 1, 2026 at 3:44 PM
Calling all #minigrid developers! The SOGREA initiative is your chance to make a lasting impact.
With €24M funding from the EU & Denmark, we’re inviting private sector companies to expand & upgrade green #minigrids in #SierraLeone. Apply by March 9: bit.ly/49SMRTD
#energyaccess
With €24M funding from the EU & Denmark, we’re inviting private sector companies to expand & upgrade green #minigrids in #SierraLeone. Apply by March 9: bit.ly/49SMRTD
#energyaccess
To mark #CleanEnergyDay, I wrote this piece highlighting how clean #energy is reshaping countries, economies and lives faster than anyone expected.
I spotlight how more than 90 per cent of new renewable power is cheaper than building new fossil fuel plants.
www.un.org/en/un-chroni...
I spotlight how more than 90 per cent of new renewable power is cheaper than building new fossil fuel plants.
www.un.org/en/un-chroni...
Clean Energy Is the World’s Most Secure Path Forward | United Nations
To meet global climate goals and deliver energy for all, clean energy investment must more than triple by 2030, and much of it must go to emerging and developing economies.
www.un.org
January 28, 2026 at 11:58 AM
To mark #CleanEnergyDay, I wrote this piece highlighting how clean #energy is reshaping countries, economies and lives faster than anyone expected.
I spotlight how more than 90 per cent of new renewable power is cheaper than building new fossil fuel plants.
www.un.org/en/un-chroni...
I spotlight how more than 90 per cent of new renewable power is cheaper than building new fossil fuel plants.
www.un.org/en/un-chroni...
Today is #InternationalDayofCleanEnergy!
A day that seeks to raise awareness and mobilize action for a just and inclusive transition to #cleanenergy for the benefit of people and the planet.
Here's how you can mark #CleanEnergyDay ⬇️
www.seforall.org/events/inter...
A day that seeks to raise awareness and mobilize action for a just and inclusive transition to #cleanenergy for the benefit of people and the planet.
Here's how you can mark #CleanEnergyDay ⬇️
www.seforall.org/events/inter...
International Day of Clean Energy
www.seforall.org
January 26, 2026 at 8:06 AM
Today is #InternationalDayofCleanEnergy!
A day that seeks to raise awareness and mobilize action for a just and inclusive transition to #cleanenergy for the benefit of people and the planet.
Here's how you can mark #CleanEnergyDay ⬇️
www.seforall.org/events/inter...
A day that seeks to raise awareness and mobilize action for a just and inclusive transition to #cleanenergy for the benefit of people and the planet.
Here's how you can mark #CleanEnergyDay ⬇️
www.seforall.org/events/inter...
Extreme heat is endangering the health, livelihoods and productivity of millions of outdoor workers, and the response must now match the scale and urgency of the risk.
Without decisive action, extreme heat will continue to deepen inequality.
www.seforall.org/data-stories...
Without decisive action, extreme heat will continue to deepen inequality.
www.seforall.org/data-stories...
Chilling Prospects Data Story: Addressing the Dangers of Heat for Outdoor Workers
www.seforall.org
January 20, 2026 at 9:50 AM
Extreme heat is endangering the health, livelihoods and productivity of millions of outdoor workers, and the response must now match the scale and urgency of the risk.
Without decisive action, extreme heat will continue to deepen inequality.
www.seforall.org/data-stories...
Without decisive action, extreme heat will continue to deepen inequality.
www.seforall.org/data-stories...
The @wmo-global.bsky.social confirmed this week that 2025 was one of the three warmest years on record, continuing the streak of extraordinary global temperatures.
These new findings serve as a stark reminder of our urgent #climate reality.
Find out more: news.un.org/en/story/202...
These new findings serve as a stark reminder of our urgent #climate reality.
Find out more: news.un.org/en/story/202...
January 16, 2026 at 9:22 AM
The @wmo-global.bsky.social confirmed this week that 2025 was one of the three warmest years on record, continuing the streak of extraordinary global temperatures.
These new findings serve as a stark reminder of our urgent #climate reality.
Find out more: news.un.org/en/story/202...
These new findings serve as a stark reminder of our urgent #climate reality.
Find out more: news.un.org/en/story/202...
Clean #energy investment is set to continue its upward trend.
In this Economic Times piece, I highlight the economic factors that support the shift to cleaner technologies.
m.economictimes.com/industry/ren...
In this Economic Times piece, I highlight the economic factors that support the shift to cleaner technologies.
m.economictimes.com/industry/ren...
India well poised to lead global energy transition: Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO, SEforALL - The Economic Times
Clean energy investment is set to continue its upward trend. Economic factors strongly support the shift to cleaner technologies. Damilola Ogunbiyi of Sustainable Energy for All highlights this moment...
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January 12, 2026 at 1:35 PM
Clean #energy investment is set to continue its upward trend.
In this Economic Times piece, I highlight the economic factors that support the shift to cleaner technologies.
m.economictimes.com/industry/ren...
In this Economic Times piece, I highlight the economic factors that support the shift to cleaner technologies.
m.economictimes.com/industry/ren...
Speaking at the Bharat Climate Forum in #India, my colleague Selwin Hart highlighted that cutting dependence on fossil fuels is a strategic necessity. I emphasized the importance of strengthening domestic and regional manufacturing to accelerate the #energytransition.
india.un.org/en/308159-tu...
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Turning away from fossil fuels now a ‘strategic necessity’, UN says
Cutting humanity’s dependence on fossil fuels is not only good for the climate, but “a macroeconomic, fiscal and strategic necessity”. That’s the stark message that Selwin Hart, Special Adviser to the...
india.un.org
January 10, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Speaking at the Bharat Climate Forum in #India, my colleague Selwin Hart highlighted that cutting dependence on fossil fuels is a strategic necessity. I emphasized the importance of strengthening domestic and regional manufacturing to accelerate the #energytransition.
india.un.org/en/308159-tu...
india.un.org/en/308159-tu...
Privileged to be in the @forbes.com list of 'Women Influencers in Energy & Climate to Follow in 2026'.
Congratulations to all the female changemakers who made the list.
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Congratulations to all the female changemakers who made the list.
www.forbes.com/sites/annabr...
January 5, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Privileged to be in the @forbes.com list of 'Women Influencers in Energy & Climate to Follow in 2026'.
Congratulations to all the female changemakers who made the list.
www.forbes.com/sites/annabr...
Congratulations to all the female changemakers who made the list.
www.forbes.com/sites/annabr...
2025 opened a new chapter for the global energy agenda and I believe that this #NewYear2026 will see even more momentum.
At @seforallorg.bsky.social we move into this new year with a clear purpose to turn collective ambition into real-world impact.
www.seforall.org/news/2025-a-...
At @seforallorg.bsky.social we move into this new year with a clear purpose to turn collective ambition into real-world impact.
www.seforall.org/news/2025-a-...
2025, A Defining Year for the Global Energy Agenda
www.seforall.org
January 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM
2025 opened a new chapter for the global energy agenda and I believe that this #NewYear2026 will see even more momentum.
At @seforallorg.bsky.social we move into this new year with a clear purpose to turn collective ambition into real-world impact.
www.seforall.org/news/2025-a-...
At @seforallorg.bsky.social we move into this new year with a clear purpose to turn collective ambition into real-world impact.
www.seforall.org/news/2025-a-...
At @seforallorg.bsky.social we continue to play a key role in driving the shift to #cleanenergy sources, providing support to successive #G20 Presidencies through the G20 Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG), where SEforALL has been an active partner.
www.seforall.org/news/seforal...
www.seforall.org/news/seforal...
SEforALL Helps Shape a Stronger Energy-for-Development Focus in the G20
www.seforall.org
December 22, 2025 at 12:46 PM
At @seforallorg.bsky.social we continue to play a key role in driving the shift to #cleanenergy sources, providing support to successive #G20 Presidencies through the G20 Energy Transitions Working Group (ETWG), where SEforALL has been an active partner.
www.seforall.org/news/seforal...
www.seforall.org/news/seforal...
Want to know how #Mission300 is #PoweringAfrica?
Learn how this Africa-led effort brings together governments, the private sector, and development partners to deliver power by taking this interesting @glblctzn.bsky.social survey.
www.globalcitizen.org/en/action/ho...
Learn how this Africa-led effort brings together governments, the private sector, and development partners to deliver power by taking this interesting @glblctzn.bsky.social survey.
www.globalcitizen.org/en/action/ho...
How Is Mission 300 Powering Africa?
Take this quick quiz to learn about a bold plan bringing electricity to millions across Africa.
www.globalcitizen.org
December 16, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Want to know how #Mission300 is #PoweringAfrica?
Learn how this Africa-led effort brings together governments, the private sector, and development partners to deliver power by taking this interesting @glblctzn.bsky.social survey.
www.globalcitizen.org/en/action/ho...
Learn how this Africa-led effort brings together governments, the private sector, and development partners to deliver power by taking this interesting @glblctzn.bsky.social survey.
www.globalcitizen.org/en/action/ho...
Today is #HumanRightsDay!
#Energyaccess is a human right; it touches every dimension of human development, such as powering education and healthcare.
However, too many people continue to live without energy, compounding inequalities and social injustices.
This must urgently change!
#Energyaccess is a human right; it touches every dimension of human development, such as powering education and healthcare.
However, too many people continue to live without energy, compounding inequalities and social injustices.
This must urgently change!
December 10, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Today is #HumanRightsDay!
#Energyaccess is a human right; it touches every dimension of human development, such as powering education and healthcare.
However, too many people continue to live without energy, compounding inequalities and social injustices.
This must urgently change!
#Energyaccess is a human right; it touches every dimension of human development, such as powering education and healthcare.
However, too many people continue to live without energy, compounding inequalities and social injustices.
This must urgently change!
Industrial decarbonisation is a critical pillar of the #energytransition, accounting for 37% of total final energy use and one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions.
This new @seforallorg.bsky.social paper outlines pathways for sustainable industrial growth.
www.seforall.org/publications...
This new @seforallorg.bsky.social paper outlines pathways for sustainable industrial growth.
www.seforall.org/publications...
Inclusive Industrial Decarbonisation Policies to Effectively Integrate Energy, Climate, and Development Goals in Emerging and Developing Economies
www.seforall.org
November 25, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Industrial decarbonisation is a critical pillar of the #energytransition, accounting for 37% of total final energy use and one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions.
This new @seforallorg.bsky.social paper outlines pathways for sustainable industrial growth.
www.seforall.org/publications...
This new @seforallorg.bsky.social paper outlines pathways for sustainable industrial growth.
www.seforall.org/publications...
With schools being the second-largest consumers of biomass energy after households, clean cooking solutions are vital.
I am really pleased with the launch of the Platform for Clean Cooking in Schools at #COP30 to accelerate #cleancooking in schools globally.
seforall.org/news/at-cop3...
I am really pleased with the launch of the Platform for Clean Cooking in Schools at #COP30 to accelerate #cleancooking in schools globally.
seforall.org/news/at-cop3...
At COP30, Global Platform Launches to Accelerate Clean Cooking in Schools Worldwide
seforall.org
November 17, 2025 at 1:29 PM
With schools being the second-largest consumers of biomass energy after households, clean cooking solutions are vital.
I am really pleased with the launch of the Platform for Clean Cooking in Schools at #COP30 to accelerate #cleancooking in schools globally.
seforall.org/news/at-cop3...
I am really pleased with the launch of the Platform for Clean Cooking in Schools at #COP30 to accelerate #cleancooking in schools globally.
seforall.org/news/at-cop3...
November 14, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Millions of people around the world live without reliable access to energy.
I recently sat down with CGTN's Elaine Reyes to discuss the effort to bring modern energy to all.
youtu.be/iDkQEUs9YZ0?...
I recently sat down with CGTN's Elaine Reyes to discuss the effort to bring modern energy to all.
youtu.be/iDkQEUs9YZ0?...
Damilola Ogunbiyi | CEO and Special Representative for Sustainable Energy for All
YouTube video by CGTN UN
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November 14, 2025 at 8:56 AM
Millions of people around the world live without reliable access to energy.
I recently sat down with CGTN's Elaine Reyes to discuss the effort to bring modern energy to all.
youtu.be/iDkQEUs9YZ0?...
I recently sat down with CGTN's Elaine Reyes to discuss the effort to bring modern energy to all.
youtu.be/iDkQEUs9YZ0?...
Is Southeast #Asia the hidden engine of the global #energytransition?
Find out more in this @seforallorg.bsky.social piece that explores how the region could define the pace and scale of the global shift to #cleanenergy through development of critical minerals.
www.seforall.org/news/is-sout...
Find out more in this @seforallorg.bsky.social piece that explores how the region could define the pace and scale of the global shift to #cleanenergy through development of critical minerals.
www.seforall.org/news/is-sout...
Is South East Asia The Hidden Engine Of The Global Energy Transition?
www.seforall.org
October 31, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Is Southeast #Asia the hidden engine of the global #energytransition?
Find out more in this @seforallorg.bsky.social piece that explores how the region could define the pace and scale of the global shift to #cleanenergy through development of critical minerals.
www.seforall.org/news/is-sout...
Find out more in this @seforallorg.bsky.social piece that explores how the region could define the pace and scale of the global shift to #cleanenergy through development of critical minerals.
www.seforall.org/news/is-sout...
Mission 300 is the initiative by the World Bank, @afdbgroup.bsky.social w/ @seforallorg.bsky.social, @rockefellerfdn.bsky.social & @geapp.bsky.social.
The new #Mission300 Progress Portal shows how we’re working to electrify 300 million people in #Africa by 2030.
worldbank.org/en/programs/...
The new #Mission300 Progress Portal shows how we’re working to electrify 300 million people in #Africa by 2030.
worldbank.org/en/programs/...
October 24, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Mission 300 is the initiative by the World Bank, @afdbgroup.bsky.social w/ @seforallorg.bsky.social, @rockefellerfdn.bsky.social & @geapp.bsky.social.
The new #Mission300 Progress Portal shows how we’re working to electrify 300 million people in #Africa by 2030.
worldbank.org/en/programs/...
The new #Mission300 Progress Portal shows how we’re working to electrify 300 million people in #Africa by 2030.
worldbank.org/en/programs/...
Reposted by Damilola Ogunbiyi
We’re proud to be part of the launch of the €22 million SOGREA Investment Support — funded by the European Union and implemented by UNOPS, through SEforALL’s Universal Energy Facility (UEF), in partnership with the Government of Sierra Leone.
October 21, 2025 at 7:05 PM
We’re proud to be part of the launch of the €22 million SOGREA Investment Support — funded by the European Union and implemented by UNOPS, through SEforALL’s Universal Energy Facility (UEF), in partnership with the Government of Sierra Leone.
Today is #WorldFoodDay!
Every year, 13 percent of all #food produced is lost before it even reaches consumers, much of it due to inadequate refrigeration and inefficient cooling.
Let us push for clean, efficient and #climate-friendly #cooling solutions for all.
www.seforall.org/programmes/c...
Every year, 13 percent of all #food produced is lost before it even reaches consumers, much of it due to inadequate refrigeration and inefficient cooling.
Let us push for clean, efficient and #climate-friendly #cooling solutions for all.
www.seforall.org/programmes/c...
October 16, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Today is #WorldFoodDay!
Every year, 13 percent of all #food produced is lost before it even reaches consumers, much of it due to inadequate refrigeration and inefficient cooling.
Let us push for clean, efficient and #climate-friendly #cooling solutions for all.
www.seforall.org/programmes/c...
Every year, 13 percent of all #food produced is lost before it even reaches consumers, much of it due to inadequate refrigeration and inefficient cooling.
Let us push for clean, efficient and #climate-friendly #cooling solutions for all.
www.seforall.org/programmes/c...