Youth Power Ventures
Powering Social Progress
Youth Power Ventures
is an impact-first company.
We build agrivoltaic solar parks that create jobs, train young people, increase yields and diversify crops grown, all while generating revenue that puts power back in the hands of the people. We are working toward a just energy transition that intentionally creates a virtuous cycle of lasting change.
80%
The reduction in the cost of solar photovoltaic systems since 2010.
73%
The increase in land productivity when harvesting the sun twice through agrivoltaics.
30%
The amount that dual-use through agrivoltaics can increase land values.
The Challenge
Solar energy is a game changing climate solution—costs are plummeting, efficiency is rising, and it’s the fastest-growing energy sector by far. But rapid growth has brought unintended consequences. Large solar installations have replaced cropland, thereby threatening food security and local rural economies. Wide expansion has led to land grabs and displacement, leaving little at the local level apart from negative externalities. Youth Power Ventures is putting communities first to ensure that everything starts and stays at the first mile.
What we do
We finance and build modular agrivoltaic solar parks—typically under 50 hectares. We operate impact-first and work side-by-side with communities to best serve their needs. We apply three strategic principles to our actions:
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We address climate change in a way that helps local communities decarbonize energy production without taking over usable land.
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We help communities grow crops and generate solar power on the same land to reduce water loss, shielding plants from extreme weather, and increasing yields, so that they improve their food security.
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We work to create green economy jobs and build skills, especially for young people, in the communities we serve by providing hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, solar installation, sustainable farming, and tech skills.