ASEAN Energy Youth Awards
ASEAN Energy Youth Awards
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about the 5th ASEAN Energy Youth Award (AEYA) 2025
Awardees of the 5th AEYA 2025 will receive the following:
1. Cash Prizes:
2. Special Prizes:
Each awardee will receive a fully funded trip to Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia to attend the Sustainability & Renewable Energy Forum (SAREF 4.0) on 3–4 September 2025, which includes:
- Round-trip airfare from your ASEAN country of residence
- Hotel accommodation during the event
3. Recognition:
All awardees will receive award certificates and have the opportunity to present their work during SAREF 4.0.
Yes, as long as they are not directly involved in the organising committee or evaluation process.
There is no fixed format, but submissions must not exceed 1000 words (excluding references/appendices) in PDF format. Visuals such as charts, graphs, or tables are allowed to support your arguments.
You can submit a valid Student Card or Passport as proof of eligibility.
As long as you meet the minimum age of 15 or the maximum age of 35 on or before 31 July 2025 (or any submission date extensions), you are eligible to participate in the 5th AEYA 2025.
Yes, ASEAN nationals living abroad are eligible to apply as long as they hold a valid ASEAN passport or ID. However, travel support will only cover flights to and from ASEAN countries. If selected, visa invitation letters can be provided.
Yes. Fresh graduates can apply under the Young Professional category. For the Policy Pitch category, you may also join as a team (max. 3) with members from different ASEAN countries or education levels — as long as all meet the age and nationality requirements.
Finalists are required to attend on-site at SAREF 4.0 for the final judging and award ceremony. Hybrid or virtual settings are not available.
For the Policy Pitch category, we highly encourage group submissions (maximum 3 members) to foster broader perspectives and collaboration. Individual submissions, while allowed, are not the primary format.
Yes, animation or motion graphics are allowed as long as they do not infringe on any copyright materials.
To submit your video:
📩 Send a private view link to [email protected] via: https://www.ace.aseanenergy.org/aeya-2025
