Green Generation MX
The Green Generation MX program is driving Mexico's transition to a sustainable future by equipping public school youth and educators with the skills needed for clean energy careers. Funded by the TK Foundation, this initiative has partnered with educational institutions, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to develop innovative curricula in areas such as energy efficiency, electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing, and data science that address Mexico's energy challenges while creating pathways to high-paying, in-demand jobs.
Our vision is to create a generation of skilled professionals capable of leading Mexico's energy transition while promoting sustainable development and economic growth.
Key Initiatives
Data Science for Energy
In partnership with the State of Chihuahua’s Centro de Inteligencia Artificial (IA Center) and CONALEP Nuevo León, the "Introduction to Data Science" curriculum integrates modern data science principles with Mexico’s upper-secondary education system.
- Impact: Reached 154 students in its pilot phase, with 64% of graduates pursuing careers in data science and related fields.
- Outcome: Prepares young individuals to analyze data, create dashboards, and apply probability for informed decision-making, key skills for the energy sector.
Energy Efficiency
A collaboration with the Asociación Mexicana de Empresas de Eficiencia Energética (AMENEER) and Universidad Tecnológica Paso del Norte (UTPN) focuses on critical energy efficiency skills, such as applying ISO 50001 standards and managing energy systems.
- Impact: Trained 172 students, with 86% of graduates reporting increased job readiness and 76% confidence in achieving career goals.
- Outcome: Builds expertise to optimize energy use in the industrial sector, Mexico's second-largest energy consumer.
Electric Vehicle Manufacturing
Developed in partnership with the Industria Nacional de Autopartes (INA), the American Chamber of Commerce (Amcham) and Alenia Consulting Group, this initiative trains students in EV production technologies.
- Impact: Reached 187 students in its pilot phase, with 88% of graduates envisioning new career opportunities in the sustainable automotive industry.
- Outcome: Prepares future engineers to lead in the clean mobility revolution.
"Our partnership with the International Youth Foundation has been invaluable. Through the Green Generation Program, we’ve equipped young people with the critical skills to drive Mexico’s energy transition. The success of this program is a testament to the impact strategic collaborations can have in fostering meaningful, long-lasting change." —Dr. Ulises Martínez, Rector at Universidad Tecnológica Paso del Norte (UTPN)
A New Stage: Bridging the Skills Gap
As the global transition to sustainable energy accelerates, Mexico is facing a shortage of skilled workers to meet industry demands. In response, IYF is collaborating with technical and higher education institutions to develop cutting-edge curricula in a new stage.
As of November 2024, this program will prioritize inclusivity, with the objective of empowering 12,500–17,000 young people from 11 states with critical skills for green careers. This initiative will particularly focus on young women, who represent a significant portion of the target demographic.
Led by the International Youth Foundation (IYF), it collaborates with major educational stakeholders, including Universidades Tecnológicas (UT), Universidades Politécnicas (UP), Tecnológico Nacional de México (TNM), CONALEP, CECYTE, and COBACH.
Industry stakeholders, such as clusters and organizations like Amcham, INA, and AMENEER, play a crucial role in shaping and validating the curricula to ensure alignment with labor market needs. By bridging the gap between education and industry, Green Generation MX equips young people to lead Mexico's energy transition, fostering sustainable economic growth and supporting the nation's development in a rapidly evolving global economy.
