C3E

C3E stands for Clean Energy Education and Empowerment. It is a global initiative aimed at advancing women in the clean energy sector through recognition, professional development, mentorship, and networking. The program seeks to raise visibility of women working in energy technologies, policy, entrepreneurship, and research and to mobilize resources that support career advancement.

The core activities of C3E include awards that recognize outstanding women at multiple career stages, leadership and mentorship programs, and a growing international network that connects engineers, scientists, policymakers, and business leaders. By providing role models, targeted training, and opportunities to connect with peers and sponsors, C3E aims to reduce barriers to participation and leadership for women in clean energy.

C3E operates through partnerships among academic institutions, industry groups, non-profit organizations, and government initiatives. The coalition-based model emphasizes collaboration across sectors and regions to share best practices, amplify women's voices in policy discussions, and foster entrepreneurship in energy technology development.

The acronym C3E may also be used in other contexts, but in energy discourse it most commonly refers to Clean Energy Education and Empowerment. This article focuses on that usage. If multiple topics bearing the acronym are of interest, separate articles provide disambiguation.