Youth Climate Conclave (YCC)
by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
WSDS platform & policymaker access
95 participants
TERI's flagship multi-day climate program engaging Indian youth through panels, workshops, debates, exhibitions, and a Youth Pledge at the World Sustainable Development Summit.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Free
Participation format
Individual
Duration
3 days (annual conclave) plus pre-event competition windows
Eligibility
Open to Indian youth aged 10-18 (school students, Grades 5-12). YCC officially runs two age categories: 10-18 and 19-25; this listing covers the under-18 cohort. Nationwide participation, all backgrounds welcome.
- Grade level
- Grade 5 to 12
- Age range
- 10 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Open to all school students interested in climate action and sustainability.
- Prerequisites
- Interest in climate change and sustainability
- Willingness to participate in discussions, workshops, and group activities
See if your child qualifies.
Rewards and recognition
Prizes
Medals & WSDS exhibition
Winners of associated YCC competitions receive medals and mementos; selected work is exhibited at the World Sustainable Development Summit.
Certificate
TERI Participation Certificate
Participation and merit certificates issued by The Energy and Resources Institute.
Opens doors to
Participation strengthens applications to environmental studies, sustainability, public policy, and media programs.
Recognition
WSDS platform & policymaker access
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1Visit the official YCC page on TERI / WSDS website
- 2Participate in one of the YCC competitions (photography, blogging, short video, or debate) or apply directly when registration opens
- 3Submit required personal and school details
- 4Selected participants are invited to attend the in-person conclave in New Delhi
Rules and guidelines
- Participants must be Indian citizens within the eligible age category
- Selected attendees must commit to all three days of the conclave
- Parental consent required for minors attending in-person sessions
About this opportunity
The Youth Climate Conclave (YCC) is The Energy and Resources Institute's flagship youth engagement program on climate change. Launched in 2019 under the India-EU Clean Energy and Climate Partnership, it brings young Indians together to deliberate on climate science, impacts, mitigation, and adaptation alongside policymakers, scientists, and youth leaders.
The conclave is open to Indian youth in two age categories: 10 to 18 years and 19 to 25 years, regardless of background, gender, or ability. Participation is typically through associated competitions (photography, blogging, short video, debate) and direct registration for the in-person conclave at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi.
Participants attend panel discussions and keynote speeches, an educational field trip to TERI Retreat, Climate Fresk interactive sessions, a debate competition, and a photography exhibition. The program culminates in collaborative drafting of a Youth Pledge that is formally presented at the World Sustainable Development Summit.
Knowledge partners include the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the EU Delegation to India, GIZ, CEEW, and Climate Fresk. Past editions have hosted youth from 12+ states, offering direct engagement with policymakers and a national platform for climate voices.
What your child will do
- Panel discussions and keynote speeches
- Educational field trip to TERI Retreat
- Climate Fresk interactive workshop sessions
- Debate competition
- Photography exhibition
- One-on-one engagement with policymakers and youth leaders
- Collaborative drafting of the Youth Pledge
Mentors and faculty
TERI researchers, MoEFCC officials, EU Delegation representatives, Climate Fresk experts, and youth leaders
Languages
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
Sessions span climate science, mitigation and adaptation, international negotiations, and India's national climate policy, structured around panels, workshops, and Climate Fresk facilitation.
Frequently asked questions
How do students prepare to participate meaningfully in YCC?
Students benefit from reading basic climate science, following India's NDC commitments, and practicing structured debate. TERI's published case stories and past Youth Pledges offer useful context for incoming participants.
What commitment is expected from selected participants?
Selected participants attend all three conclave days in New Delhi, contribute actively to panels and Climate Fresk sessions, and collaborate on drafting the Youth Pledge presented at WSDS.
How do parents track progress and outcomes from the conclave?
TERI publishes press releases, the Youth Pledge document, and case stories after each edition. Participation certificates and exhibition features serve as concrete records of engagement.
What long-term value does YCC offer school students?
Beyond certificates, the program builds climate literacy, debate confidence, and direct exposure to policymakers - assets that strengthen applications to environmental, policy, and media programs in higher education.
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