ABOUT THE PROJECT
PRISTINE VET is a 24-month Erasmus+ Capacity Building in VET project designed to modernize renewable energy vocational training in West Africa. The project develops and expands curricula to cover innovative technologies such as wind, biomass and hydrogen, while building on existing photovoltaic (PV) content.
It aligns fully with the Strategic National Plan for Renewable Energies (PANER), places strong emphasis on gender inclusivity (targeting >5% female participation, addressing current very low rates), green skills development, digital integration and private sector involvement to support sustainable socio-economic development and employment opportunities in the region.
The project will focus on:
• Developing competency-based training programs tailored to industry needs.
• Providing hands-on technical training in solar, wind, biomass and hydrogen solutions.
• Enhancing knowledge-sharing platforms between industry experts, academia, and trainees.
• Promoting the use of innovative digital learning tools to expand accessibility and reach.
These aspects are summarized in the four general objectives of the project:
1. Establish at least 15 public-private partnerships in each project country to strengthen VET and industry collaboration.
2. Develop a modern VET curriculum for green energy, incorporating e-learning and industry-driven skills.
3. Ensure 80% of VET courses align with national and regional energy policies.
4. Increase women’s participation in energy training programs up to 30%.
