An informative and practice-oriented event titled “Green Energy and Environmental Innovations” was organized jointly by the Career Center of Azerbaijan Technical University (AzTU) and the Ecology and Chemistry Club.
The main goal of the event was to create direct interaction between students and organizations operating in the rapidly developing fields of green energy, environmental innovations, sustainable production, and environmental technologies in Azerbaijan; to discuss current trends, enable experience sharing, and explore opportunities for future cooperation.
Within the framework of the program, company presentations, panel and dialogue-oriented discussions, a short networking session, as well as applied training and interactive group work were organized.
During the event, Amanlı Sədi Vüqar oğlu, electrical engineer at Baku Shipyard LLC, operating under AZCON Holding, delivered a presentation on the development of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles, the prospects of using solar panels in industrial and manufacturing sectors, and the environmental and operational advantages of filtration systems in production facilities. His presentation was conducted in a dialogue-oriented format and was accompanied by discussions based on students’ questions.
The event also featured Elnur Əliyev, Deputy Head of the Environmental Protection and Occupational Safety Department of Təmiz Şəhər OJSC, who shared real-life experiences related to practical environmental management, industrial safety, and environmental protection.
In the most interactive part of the program, Aycan Nazarova, Coordinator of Bilimsenol Azerbaijan, delivered a presentation titled “The Role of Youth in Solving Global Environmental Problems: Today’s Initiative, Tomorrow’s Sustainability”, followed by an applied training session with active student participation.
At the end of the event, it was emphasized that such initiatives contribute to strengthening industry–university cooperation, increasing awareness of green energy and environmental technologies, and supporting the development of youth entrepreneurship and innovation potential.
Gratitude was expressed to the Career Center, the Ecology and Chemistry Club, the distinguished speakers, and all students who actively participated. It was noted that this meeting would create new opportunities for future projects and collaborations.
UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) covered within the event:
SDG 4 – Quality Education (Practical knowledge, applied training, and sharing of industry experience for students)
SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy (Solar energy, electric vehicles, and energy infrastructure)
SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (Green industrial solutions and technological innovations)
SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities (Electric transportation and ecological infrastructure)
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production (Filtration systems in production and environmentally responsible approaches)
SDG 13 – Climate Action (Green transformation and reduction of carbon impact)
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals (University–industry collaboration)