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Thomas Fohgrub

January 2, 1977 - May 1, 2023

It is with great sadness that I inform you of the untimely passing of Dr. Thomas FOHGRUB, Strategic Lead of the Global Platform for Action on Sustainable Energy in Displacement Settings (GPA), hosted within the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). Dr. Thomas FOHGRUB passed away on 1 May 2023, at the age of 46. Dr. Thomas FOHGRUB joined the UNITAR in 2017 working for the GPA, with the goal to provide every displaced person with access to sustainable energy. Before that, Thomas served in various capacities for the German Government. He was a person of great integrity and honour, his kindness and compassion were felt by all who knew him. Throughout his life, he earned the respect and admiration of his peers and colleagues, who valued his leadership, wisdom, and dedication to his work. He had a unique ability to connect with people on a personal level, and his warm and friendly demeanour made everyone feel welcome in his presence. He was always quick to offer a kind word or lend a helping hand, and his selflessness and generosity inspired all of us.

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Coralie Kowalski 2023-05-03 19:19:28 wrote: I was very shocked and sad to hear about Thomas's passing. During the short time I met him, it was clear that he was a very dedicated humanitarian in the renewable energy sector who was deeply committed to recognizing his colleagues' hard work and contributions. On International Women’s Day, Thomas’s impromptu speech aboard the UNHAS flight from Niamey to Diffa expressed his gratitude to women in humanitarian work. It was a powerful example of his kindness, sincerity, compassion, and motivation. Thomas's legacy will live on through his work to decarbonize humanitarian energy and the memories he leaves behind.

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