In a bold and inspiring move to empower the next generation of science leaders, the decision to hold Renewable Energy Workshops for Advanced Level Science Students in Secondary Schools has proven a powerful educational experience.
The most recent workshop took place at Sacred Heart Secondary School Mushanga in Sheema District, engaging students in hands-on, thought-provoking sessions led by passionate researchers from MUST IUC-UCoBS Subproject 3 (Increased Access and Utilization of Affordable Energy Technologies) and Subproject 5.
This initiative is not only preparing the ground for future sessions at Immaculate Heart School in Rukungiri District but also igniting a spark in young minds about sustainable energy solutions.
Exploring Renewable Energy Through Science, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
The sessions were as dynamic as they were enlightening, featuring a wide range of expert-led presentations:
Mr. Justus Asasira, a PhD scholar under subproject 3, opened the dialogue by exploring youth perceptions and attitudes towards renewable energy use in cooking. He highlighted the importance of caring for our environment, linked it to SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and discussed how environmental destruction affects communities. Students actively participated by sharing their household energy practices through questionnaires.
Ms. Constance Nakato delivered an engaging session on biomass briquettes, linking their production and use to artificial intelligence and machine learning. Students learned about different briquette types and production methods, opening their eyes to the intersection of technology and sustainability.
Faith Natukunda connected the dots between science subjects and renewable energy, showing how biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, agriculture, and food and nutrition all contribute to solving energy challenges. Her session encouraged students to see their academic paths as stepping stones to real-world impact.
Dr. Manasseh Tumuhimbise delivered a powerful message on renewable energy entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need for youth employability and innovation. His session was a call to action—encouraging students to identify local energy needs, understand their target markets, and create sustainable solutions that can generate income and change lives.
Dr. Imelda Kemeza brought a psychological perspective with her presentation, Do Psychological Resources Contribute to Students’ High Performance in Science? She focused on building self-esteem, self-awareness, self-regulation, and reflective thinking—tools that not only support academic success but also prepare students to become resilient problem-solvers.
Looking Ahead
This workshop marks just the beginning. With preparations underway for the next session at Immaculate Heart School, the momentum continues to build. These workshops are planting seeds of innovation, resilience, and environmental stewardship equipping Uganda’s youth to lead the charge toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
In a bold and inspiring move to empower the next generation of science leaders, the decision to hold Renewable Energy Workshops for Advanced Level Science Students in Secondary Schools has proven a powerful educational experience.
The most recent workshop took place at Sacred Heart Secondary School Mushanga in Sheema District, engaging students in hands-on, thought-provoking sessions led by passionate researchers from MUST IUC-UCoBS Subproject 3 (Increased Access and Utilization of Affordable Energy Technologies) and Subproject 5.
This initiative is not only preparing the ground for future sessions at Immaculate Heart School in Rukungiri District but also igniting a spark in young minds about sustainable energy solutions.
Exploring Renewable Energy Through Science, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
The sessions were as dynamic as they were enlightening, featuring a wide range of expert-led presentations:
Mr. Justus Asasira, a PhD scholar under subproject 3, opened the dialogue by exploring youth perceptions and attitudes towards renewable energy use in cooking. He highlighted the importance of caring for our environment, linked it to SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and discussed how environmental destruction affects communities. Students actively participated by sharing their household energy practices through questionnaires.
Ms. Constance Nakato delivered an engaging session on biomass briquettes, linking their production and use to artificial intelligence and machine learning. Students learned about different briquette types and production methods, opening their eyes to the intersection of technology and sustainability.
Dr. Manasseh Tumuhimbise delivered a powerful message on renewable energy entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need for youth employability and innovation. His session was a call to action—encouraging students to identify local energy needs, understand their target markets, and create sustainable solutions that can generate income and change lives.
Dr. Imelda Kemeza brought a psychological perspective with her presentation, Do Psychological Resources Contribute to Students’ High Performance in Science? She focused on building self-esteem, self-awareness, self-regulation, and reflective thinking—tools that not only support academic success but also prepare students to become resilient problem-solvers.
Looking Ahead
This workshop marks just the beginning. With preparations underway for the next session at Immaculate Heart School, the momentum continues to build. These workshops are planting seeds of innovation, resilience, and environmental stewardship equipping Uganda’s youth to lead the charge toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.