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Chevening alumni in Uganda are using their UK experiences and networks to support young people in tackling waste challenges.

Chevening Scholar Sodiq Usaefat is using his MSc at Imperial College London to advance sustainable infrastructure materials research, helping reduce the carbon impact of construction in Nigeria and across Africa.

For Chevening applicants, scholars, and alumni looking to strengthen their understanding of sustainability, climate action, and global development, these five free online courses offer practical learning across energy systems, environmental policy, and sustainable business.

‘Documentary filmmaking transformed my approach to storytelling. Ultimately, Chevening revealed my true potential and demonstrated exactly what I am capable of achieving.’  

‘Moving to a new country did feel a bit daunting, but the tours and activities during the week were perfectly designed to break the ice... I’ve since found my little group of friends, and we’ve been creating so many exciting and unforgettable memories together.’  

Her work is supporting local communities and championing sustainable, responsible leadership in the face of immense challenges.

‘My peers, professors, and the wider community have created a space where I feel supported and inspired... My fellow students have challenged me, shared their experiences, and reminded me that I’m not alone in this work.'

‘As the window to act on climate change closes, all sustainability professionals are focused on rapidly shifting from ambition to implementation. The next generation of leaders must navigate complex regulation, harness new technologies and, crucially, make a compelling financial case for climate action.'  - Richard Rugg, Deputy CEO 

Winifred wants to use her Chevening scholarship to strengthen environmental compliance and climate risk management.

‘Climate change is the defining challenge of our generation. Solving it requires innovation at a scale we've never seen before. That innovation won't come from one country, one university, or one type of expertise. It will come from collaboration across borders, cultures, and disciplines.’