One Young World (OYW) Scholarship
The OYW Holcim Building Tomorrow Scholarship 2025 in Germany invites young leaders from around the world to participate in the One Young World Summit as international delegates representing Holcim. Holcim aims to explore innovation beyond traditional boundaries to shape the future of building in a way that benefits both people and the planet. The company recognizes that modern technologies must be used efficiently to reduce potential societal risks and ensure that development remains sustainable and equitable.
This year’s One Young World Summit, held in Europe, will focus on expanding discussions around artificial intelligence and its effective use in promoting sustainability and other vital issues.
Supporting Young Leaders Innovating in AI
This One Young World scholarship supports young leaders making an impact through cutting-edge AI technologies in areas such as:
Sustainable construction (material selection, eco-friendly designs, energy efficiency)
Urban resilience (disaster prediction and management, infrastructure maintenance, climate adaptation strategies, traffic management)
Responsible Urban Development Through AI
The Holcim scholarship will also consider young leaders making a difference in the responsible use of AI for urban development through:
AI can help reduce the environmental impact of urban areas through energy optimization, waste reduction, and smart eco-designs. It is essential for all stakeholders across sectors to work collaboratively to establish regulatory standards and ethical guidelines to ensure AI is used for sustainable development.
