CECECO Activity Report July

During July 2026, the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Clean Energy Centre (CECECO) advanced its institutional agenda through strategic partnerships, high-level engagement, and capacity-building initiatives that promoted sustainable energy across the ECO region. Throughout the reporting period, the Centre expanded its network of partners and contributed to dialogue on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and innovation.

A major achievement of the month was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ADA University’s Institute for Development and Diplomacy during the 20th Baku Summer Energy School, creating a foundation for joint activities in research, education, and professional development.

On July 24, CECECO hosted the inaugural GN-SEC webinar, “The Role of Youth as Drivers for a Just Energy Transition,” bringing together representatives of sustainable energy centres, UNIDO, the private sector, and young professionals to exchange perspectives on empowering the next generation of clean energy leaders.

The meeting at SOCAR Green focused on identifying opportunities for future joint initiatives in renewable energy and energy efficiency, while discussions at the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation explored the application of clean energy solutions for cultural heritage preservation.

CECECO also shared its institutional experience with the United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office in Turkmenistan in support of ongoing efforts to establish the Regional Climate Technology Center for Central Asia, demonstrating the Centre's growing contribution to institutional development and regional collaboration.

The activities carried out during July reinforced CECECO's role as a regional platform for dialogue, expertise, and partnership, while creating new opportunities to advance clean energy initiatives and strengthen cooperation across the ECO region.