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Damilola Ogunbiyi

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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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Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Nov 19

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!

time.com/collection/t...

#TIME100Climate

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Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · 1d

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/...

Reposted by Damilola Ogunbiyi

Sustainable Energy for All @seforallorg.bsky.social · 3d

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.

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Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · 9d

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...

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · 11d

I recently joined the Future in Sound podcast to discuss global #energyaccess gaps and the finance, innovation and understanding needed to unlock this challenge.

Listen to the episode through the link below or wherever you get your podcasts.

pod.link/1533979691

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · 19d

Glad to be part of a new report that explores how #climate capital can fuel the next wave of innovation and growth in emerging markets, especially in #Asia and #Africa.

leapfroginvest.com/press-releas...

Global Climate Experts separate the signal from the noise

The Transition Ledger 2026 explores how climate capital can be deployed most effectively in emerging markets across Asia and Africa.

leapfroginvest.com

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · 24d

Millions of people around the world still do not have access to reliable, affordable #energy.

I joined @nytimes.com to explore the actions and strategies needed to help bridge the global energy divide so everyone can meet their basic needs.

www.nytimes.com/events/clima...

Scaling Energy Access - The New York Times Events

www.nytimes.com

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · 29d

As the Co-Chair of UN Energy, I am delighted with the progress we are making with the #EnergyCompacts.

The latest report we unveiled this week shows that total finance committed for #SDG7 through the Energy Compacts now stands at USD 1.6 trillion!

seforall.org/news/finance...

Finance commitments under Energy Compacts reach $1.6 trillion with $284 billion already mobilized towards achieving global goals on clean energy

seforall.org

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Sep 24

I am on @reuters.com Climate Frontlines show.

We are examining how global capital markets are engaging with #climate imperatives.

Tune in to the live show happening on the sidelines of #ClimateWeekNYC

www.youtube.com/live/bl3_Ln9...

Climate Week NYC: Reuters Brings the Action to You

YouTube video by Reuters

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Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Sep 22

I joined global leaders for the official opening of @climateweeknyc.bsky.social.

I highlighted that the age of #cleanenergy is here, where today, for example, in every region, solar power is the cheapest source of new electricity—cheaper than coal, cheaper than gas, cheaper than oil.

Reposted by Damilola Ogunbiyi

Sustainable Energy for All @seforallorg.bsky.social · Sep 21

We’re at #UnstoppableAfrica 2025!
 SEforALL in partnership with the UN Global Compact is leading energy-focused sessions Global Africa Business Initiative. #GABI

Led by our CEO @damilolasdg7.bsky.social we’re spotlighting how to unlock Africa’s clean energy future.

Stay tuned for live updates!

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Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Sep 19

Honored to be included in this year’s @forbes.com Sustainability Leaders List!

Grateful to the partners and communities pushing for a just and equitable #energytransition.

Let’s keep building a sustainable future together.

#ForbesSustainabilityLeaders

www.forbes.com/sites/elisab...

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Sep 18

A new report shows that if we do not raise ambition, 896 million #women could lack access to #cleancooking fuels and technologies by 2030!

We need to work at speed and at scale to achieve universal access to clean cooking fuels and technologies by 2030.

www.unwomen.org/sites/defaul...

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Sep 16

I will be joining #climate leaders of today and tomorrow for the opening ceremony of #ClimateWeekNYC on Monday, September 22.

I will shed light on how we can advance #energyaccess and climate ambition in tandem.

www.climateweeknyc.org/opening-cere...

The Opening Ceremony agenda | Climate Week

September 22, 2025

www.climateweeknyc.org

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Sep 15

The world is accelerating toward a new industrial era powered by #cleanenergy.

Through our #EmPowerGrowth campaign, we are building a global movement to electrify the world.

Join us for the official launch of this campaign on 22 September from 10:00 ET/15:00 GMT.

www.youtube.com/live/RIFdgAU...

#EmPowerGrowth Live Launch

YouTube video by Sustainable Energy For All

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Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Sep 9

I recently sat down with the Singapore International Energy Week team to discuss #SDG7 progress as well as accelerating the clean #energytransition through South-South collaboration, driving green industrialization and sustainable value chains.

Here's the interview ⬇️
youtu.be/r500Bt7slV8?...

Interview with Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO and Special Representative of the UN SecGen, SEForAll

YouTube video by Singapore International Energy Week

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Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Sep 8

I will be leading a delegation from @seforallorg.bsky.social to this year's #UNGA80 and @climateweeknyc.bsky.social.

We will drive ambition and secure commitments for advancing the #energytransition and universal #energyaccess.

www.seforall.org/events/sefor...

SEforALL at UNGA80

www.seforall.org

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Aug 29

Southeast #Asia is at a pivotal point in its #energytransition.

Rapid economic growth and rising energy demand mean the region’s choices will shape global climate outcomes.

A coordinated regional approach is essential to ensure a secure and sustainable future.

www.seforall.org/news/powerin...

Powering ASEAN’s Journey to a Just and Equitable Energy Transition

www.seforall.org

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Aug 21

Would you like to be part of #LatinAmerica's #cleanenergy future?

We are recruiting STEM trainees in:
#Chile🇨🇱 seforall.org/jobs/stem-tr...
#Colombia🇨🇴 seforall.org/jobs/stem-tr...
#Ecuador🇪🇨 seforall.org/jobs/stem-tr...
#Honduras🇭🇳 seforall.org/jobs/stem-tr...
#Mexico🇲🇽 www.seforall.org/jobs/stem-tr...

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Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Aug 18

Did you know that #energy intensive and under-maintained medical devices are contributing to poor #health outcomes in developing countries?

More in this new report by @seforallorg.bsky.social & CLASP www.seforall.org/publications...

You can also read this story www.esi-africa.com/industry-sec...

Medical Appliances for Resource-Constrained Settings

www.seforall.org

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Aug 14

The Powering Healthcare Innovation Fund offers grants aimed at transforming the #healthcare #electrification sector.

I invite you to join our virtual Innovation Café to find out more about the Fund.

Register today: seforall.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

More about the Fund: seforall.org/programmes/p...

Reposted by Damilola Ogunbiyi

Sustainable Energy for All @seforallorg.bsky.social · Aug 7

⚡ Wrapped up the #ASEAN Regional Capacity Building Workshop on Energy Transition & Investment Planning in #Bangkok — deepened expertise, fostered collaboration & strengthened a network to drive a just, secure & sustainable energy future.

#ASEANUKGTF #UKASEAN #ThrivingPartnership

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Aug 6

🎙️'Let’s Talk About Energy' is @seforallorg.bsky.social's podcast dedicated to spotlighting the bold leaders and innovative thinkers driving the #cleanenergy revolution across the globe.

Listen to the latest episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Amazon Music.

🔗 seforall.org/energytalks

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Aug 5

Great to see the progress the Council for Critical Minerals Development in the Global South, championed by @seforallorg.bsky.social @ucdavis.bsky.social & @swaniti.bsky.social is making. In its first year, the Council has deepened engagements with governments & more.
www.seforall.org/news/turning...

Turning Critical Minerals Development into Shared Prosperity

www.seforall.org

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Aug 4

Despite persistent global challenges, @seforallorg.bsky.social delivered major results in 2024, mobilizing billions in financing commitments for #energyaccess and #energytransition efforts together with partners.

I invite you to read our Annual Report & AMR here ⬇️

www.seforall.org/news/seforal...

Damilola Ogunbiyi @damilolasdg7.bsky.social · Aug 1

The second funding cycle of the Powering Healthcare Innovation Fund is now open.

The fund offers grants of up to USD 80,000 to unlock brilliant innovative solutions to transform the health facility electrification sector.

Find the full details here: www.seforall.org/programmes/p...