In celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) is thrilled to announce its partnership with Siemens Energy.
Girls for Green Energy launch in Taiwan
Together, they are launching the Girls for Green Energy programme, an initiative designed to empower girls and young women, aged 8 to 18, with the knowledge, skills and mindsets to lead the way in climate action and the global energy transition.
At the heart of this initiative is a bold vision: to harness the power of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) to shape a more sustainable world. Through a dynamic mix of interactive gaming, hands-on learning, and community-driven action, Girls for Green Energy aims to spark curiosity, build critical skills, and empower girls to see themselves as changemakers in the fight against climate change.
The programme combines Siemens Energy’s ‘Planet Rescuers’—an engaging Minecraft Education game covering renewable energy, clean technologies, and climate action—with WAGGGS’ reflective learning activities and ‘Take Action’ projects, where girls will identify local sustainability challenges and develop real-world solutions.
By presenting these disciplines within a social context focused on environmental stewardship, the programme aims to help participants discover the potential of STEM to drive positive change in the world, aligning with their own aspirations.
“Girls for Green Energy aims to ignite an interest and offer new perspectives on sustainability by learning through gaming and the application of STEM subject matter. Our goal is for girls to feel empowered and passionate to take the lead in building a sustainable world driven by STEM knowledge, skills and mindsets, which is one of the ways to achieve WAGGGS’ vision of an equal world where all girls can thrive.”, said Candela Gonzalez, Chair, World Board, WAGGGS.
“Today’s energy transformation hinges on innovation. It’s not just about meeting rising demand; it’s about ensuring a sustainable future. Let us empower women to seize the job opportunities that will shape this new era,” said Melanie Forbrick, Head of Energy4Good, Siemens Energy’s societal engagement program.
This partnership will initially roll out in Asia, with collaboration from WAGGGS Member Organisations in Taiwan, Singapore, and Hong Kong. An estimate of 420 girls will participate in the pilot phase, supported by adult and peer leaders.
By equipping girls and young women with essential knowledge and skills, this initiative aims to inspire informed decision-making and meaningful action. Our goal is to empower these future leaders to become catalysts for change in their communities, paving the way for a sustainable future—aligning perfectly with this year’s theme, Women and Girls in Science: Leadership for a New Era of Sustainability.
About Siemens Energy
The energy transition is the greatest challenge our generation faces. How do we reduce emissions while also increasing energy supply? It is an uphill battle. And there is no silver bullet. But finding solutions has always been in our DNA. For more than 150 years our engineers have been spearheading the electrification of the world. Today we are a team of 98,000 sharing the same passion, vision and values. Our diversity makes us strong and helps us to find answers together with our partners.
Located in 90 countries, Siemens Energy operates across the whole energy landscape. From conventional to renewable power, from grid technology to storage to electrifying complex industrial processes.
Our mission is to support companies and countries with what they need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and make energy reliable, affordable, and more sustainable. Let’s energize society.
About Energy4Good
Energy4Good is Siemens Energy's innovative social action strategy aimed at improving societies through collaborations and innovations that address social challenges. The strategy focuses on three key pillars: promoting technological education, driving innovation in the energy sector, and providing expertise and support to help communities strengthen their resilience to climate-related hazards and natural catastrophes, especially when electricity supply is disrupted. By addressing these specific societal and environmental needs, Siemens Energy aims to create lasting impact and value in the communities where we operate, contributing to long-term sustainability.