Event Overview
ISEM - International Solar Energy Meet is the foremost series of Solar Energy Events being held in Oman, Qatar and Pakistan.
ISEM Qatar is unrivalled in its scope, offering participants and attendees, a definite platform encompassing all facets of the solar energy industry in Qatar. ISEM is the ideal meeting place for global and local stakeholders, C-level executives, leading industry experts, manufacturers and suppliers, decision makers, policy makers and government officials from across the energy value chain to engage in dialogue, discuss current challenges and business opportunities, develop market strategies, share their knowledge, deliberate approaches and identify solutions aimed at shaping the future of the solar energy sector in Qatar.
International Solar Energy Meet is the ideal platform to engage with the industry leaders and make the connections you need to drive business growth and stay ahead of the curve.
There are a multitude of opportunities for you to engage and collaborate with key stakeholders under one roof. The Event will facilitate power packed networking and business matching-making, providing a catalyst for investments, partnerships, business growth and development in the Qatar’s emerging solar sector.
2024 Advisory Board
Dr. Veronica Bermudez (PhD)
Senior Research Director
Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI)
Dr. Veronica Bermudez (PhD)
Senior Research Director
Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI)
Dr. Veronica Bermudez is the Senior Research Director of the Energy Center at QEERI (Qatar Environment Research Institute, part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU) under Qatar Foundation). She is leading scientific and technological research, development and innovation at QEERI in the field of Renewable Energy focused in solar PV electricity generation and integration with a special focus PV technologies and solutions for desert and harsh environments. Prior to joining QEERI, she was Acting General Manager of the Technology Division of the Atsugi Research Center at Solar Frontier KK in Japan. She has also hold a position of Expert at EDF R&D, Senior Scientist at NEXCIS (start-up) and Head of the Optoelectronic Characterization Laboratory at IRDEP (EDF) in France, between others. She is in the Advisory Board of a number of entities and provides consultancy and high level strategic technology commercialization advice to global companies and small companies alike. The impact of her research has been acknowledged by the invitation to give keynote and plenary talks at different international events, as well as with the reception of several prestigious awards, including the 2007 International Schieber Prize, the Research and Development Leader of the Year from the Women in New Energy Leadership Awards 2022, between others. She is an Associate Editor in Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy also IEEE Senior Fellow. Dr. Bermudez is an internationally recognized expert authoring or co-authoring more than 120 scientific papers in renown journals, including Nature, Nature Energy and Science in clean and sustainable energy and in particular in photovoltaic materials and technologies in the whole value chain. She has extensive experience in laboratory to industry technology transfer in the field photovoltaics in almost the whole value chain and in particular in materials development, devices and processes scale up, power plant operations best practices, reliability, degradation and impact of weather conditions on performance ratio.
Nabih Cherradi
Partner, Chief Technology Officer
Desert Technologies
Nabih Cherradi
Partner, Chief Technology Officer
Desert Technologies
Dr. Nabih Cherradi, Chief Technology Officer at Desert Technologies a Saudi Company, played a pivotal role in founding the company and overseeing the development of its solar panel production plant. With over 34 years of experience in technology development, equipment manufacturing, and business development in the semiconductor and photovoltaic industries, he holds deep expertise in his field. Before Desert Technologies, Dr. Cherradi founded EmpowerSun a consultancy firm in Switzerland and co-founded ISWT a solar developer in France. As the VP and CTO at Yingli Green Energy, he contributed to its expansion and IPO on the NYSE. His tenure at Applied Materials involved overseeing the installation of gigawatts of generating capacity and playing a vital role in establishing several major solar panel production factories. Dr. Cherradi, also a scientist, held academic positions at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne. Beyond his professional roles, he is recognized as an expert and executive member in various international solar associations. He holds a doctorate in materials sciences from Henri Poincaré University and an MBA from École Supérieure de Commerce de Nancy in France.
Dr. Yousef Alhorr
Founding Chairman
Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD)
Dr. Yousef Alhorr
Founding Chairman
Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD)
Yousef Alhorr is the Founding Chairman of the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD), which is an RDI entity, recognized among leading organizations in the global sustainability milieu. Under Dr. Alhorr’s visionary leadership, GORD has made significant strides in promoting sustainable practices, conducting groundbreaking research, and implementing innovative solutions to address pressing environmental challenges.
Dr. Alhorr is also Founding Chairman of the Global Carbon Council (GCC), which is the first international voluntary carbon market and sustainable development program based in the Global South, accredited by the United Nation's International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) for the CORSIA scheme and the International Carbon Reduction and Offsetting Alliance (ICROA).
In 2023, Dr. Alhorr laid the foundation of GORD 3D, which provides the latest technologies within 3D printing, prototyping and digital inventories, etc. He also led the development of the Global Sustainability Assessment System (GSAS) – the first performance-based system in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, aimed at assessing and rating green buildings and infrastructures.
2024 Speakers
Herbert Klausner
Managing Director – Upper Gulf (Kuwait & Qatar)
Siemens Energy
Herbert Klausner
Managing Director – Upper Gulf (Kuwait & Qatar)
Siemens Energy
Herbert Klausner joined the regional management team from the Power and Gas Division at Siemens AG in Germany, where he headed Large Gas Turbine Berlin Operations. His career at Siemens spans more than 40 years, including positions in Kuwait, Indonesia, Austria and Germany. On June 1, 2020, he became Qatar and Kuwait Managing Director at Siemens Energy, following the company’s spin-out from Siemens AG.
Herbert started his career with Siemens in 1979 in Austria. Since then, he has worked across different teams and countries. His current post marks a return after eight years to Kuwait, where he held the position of Group Manager for Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, Automation & Drives, Industry Solutions, and Siemens Building Technologies.
Herbert has an engineer degree from the TGM in Vienna, Austria. He enjoys spending time with his family, like’s mountain biking & reading in his free time.
Sanith de S. Wijeyeratne
Director / CEO
Climate & Conservation Consortium (Pvt) Ltd
Sanith de S. Wijeyeratne
Director / CEO
Climate & Conservation Consortium (Pvt) Ltd
TOPIC : Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) as a Funding Mechanism - Our Experience in Sri Lanka
Sanith has had his Executive Education at Stanford University, and his Sustainability Leadership training at Harvard University. He holds an MBA from The Postgraduate Institute of Management of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, in addition to being an Attorney-at-Law. In February 2017, Sanith was awarded the coveted Global CSR Leadership Award at the Global CSR Excellence & Leadership Awards. He has been an international speaker on climate change and sustainability in international events in several countries.
Khalid Salmi
Senior Expert - Sustainable Energy Management
Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE)
Khalid Salmi
Senior Expert - Sustainable Energy Management
Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE)
TOPIC : Solar Thermal Industry in the Arab Market
Khalid Salmi is a Sustainable Energy Management Expert at the Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (RCREEE). Graduated as a mechanical energy engineer and holds an MSc degree in Renewable Energy Engineering, he joined RCREEE in 2014. As an Expert, Khalid Salmi is actively leading the management of RCREEE’s sustainable energy standardization and certification unit, in addition to the development of the green hydrogen portfolio within the center, aiming to align the green hydrogen impetus in the Arab region with the global standardized practices and actions, and to unlock the real renewables PtX potential in RCREEE member states in a manner to maximize the economic, social and environmental benefits of this promoting industry across the Arab region.
Zaki Ahmed Mohammed
Director Sustainability Advisory
Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD)
Zaki Ahmed Mohammed
Director Sustainability Advisory
Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD)
TOPIC : Harnessing Solar: Achieving Net-Zero Certification for Projects with GORD
Zaki Mohammed is a sustainability leader with almost two decades of experience in Sustainability, Energy Conservation, ESG, Research, Project Management, and Business consultancy services. As Director of Sustainability Advisory at GORD, he spearheads multidisciplinary teams, implementing innovative solutions for sustainable business practices. Zaki is instrumental in introducing state-of-the-art sustainability solutions to the built environment and has played a key role in educating a broad audience on Energy Efficiency. He has developed an easy-to-understand model for Net-Zero construction and refurbishment via the ESCO model. Among his significant accomplishments, he is leading the Arcadia and Energia Suite development & management, a unique energy analysis platform explicitly tailored for district cooling plants and buildings, respectively. Zaki received the Middle East's Energy Manager of the Year award from the AEE in 2022, highlighting his significant contributions to Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization in the MENA region and beyond. Zaki holds several prestigious certifications, including CEM®, CMVP®, REP®, PMVA® and ISO 50001 Lead Auditor. Zaki is accredited Trainer for AEE, GSAS etc where he has delivered Trainings to thousands of candidates on sustainability and Energy domains.
H.E. Ferdinand Lahnstein
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
H.E. Ferdinand Lahnstein
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands
TOPIC : Dutch policy/Kingdom of the Netherlands policy in renewable/Solar energy
As a seasoned diplomat with over two decades of experience at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), Ambassador Ferdinand Lahnstein has held various leadership positions in the Netherlands and abroad. Most recently, he served as Inspector at the department for Inspection, Risk Analysis and Advisory Unit in The Hague (2019-2023). Prior to that, he was Deputy head of Mission/Minister Plenipotentiary at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the Republic of Indonesia (2015-2019) and Deputy Director for Financial and Economic Affairs Department/Director of Procurement at the MFA (2012-2015). A Dutch Senior Civil Servant, Ambassador Ferdinand Lahnstein holds an MSc degree in Economics, Public Administration and Taxation from Erasmus University Rotterdam (1989). Outside of work, he is an avid sports fan, enjoys practicing road cycling, yoga, and fitness, and was a certified trainer/coach. He is married with three children.
Kishor Rajhansa
Chief Operations Officer
Global Carbon Council
Kishor Rajhansa
Chief Operations Officer
Global Carbon Council
TOPIC : Voluntary and Compliance Carbon Markets to Accelerate Clean Energy Transition
Mr. Kishor Rajhansa is the Chief Operations Officer at Global Carbon Council, Doha, Qatar. He is mainly responsible for strategic and operational matters of the Global Carbon Council. He has been the acting member of the expert panel responsible for climate mitigation standards of UNFCCC (CDM Methodologies Panel) since 2017.
Being an Industrial Engineer and Master in Energy Management and Finance, Kishor has professional experience of 28 years in leadership positions in multi-national advisory, multilateral regulatory, and government organizations.
In his earlier role at UNFCCC for ten years he led CDM methodologies and standardized baselines team and supported intergovernmental negotiations under subsidiary bodies.
Before that, he provided energy management, climate change, and sustainability advisory at Ernst & Young India. He carried out hundreds of energy audits at a lead agency of the India-European Commission Energy Cooperation Programme.
Mohammad Eleiwat
MENA Technical Manager
Astronergy
Mohammad Eleiwat
MENA Technical Manager
Astronergy
Dhia Edine
Renewable Energy Engineer
Al-Wajba Establishment
Dhia Edine
Renewable Energy Engineer
Al-Wajba Establishment
TOPIC : From The Field to The Grid, Agrivoltaics the New Horizon for Renewable Energy and Food Security
After completing my academic journey with a master’s degree in renewable energy in 2020, I worked at a research center developing innovative wind-solar panels, which deepened my passion for sustainable energy. For the past three years, I have been with Al Wajba Establishment, exploring and advancing sustainable practices. Inspired by Al Wajba's vision, I am focused on agrivoltaics, which combines solar energy production with agricultural cultivation. This dual-use approach optimizes land use, enhances efficiency, and significantly reduces CO2 emissions. Integrating renewable energy with agriculture promises a more sustainable future, positively impacting the environment and contributing to a cleaner, greener planet.
Amine Arab
Head of Operations & Business Support
Energy Pool
Amine Arab
Head of Operations & Business Support
Energy Pool
TOPIC : Energy Pool, world Leader in Smart energy management of complex systems (SEMCS)
After an academic journey focused on green energy and electrical engineering, it was a natural progression for me to join Energy Pool and specialize in Demand Side Management. Over the past 12 years, I have gained extensive experience in the energy market, particularly in DSM and renewable energy integration through complex systems. My career at Energy Pool has allowed me to work in various roles, including operations, IT, and international development. Additionally, my experience with renowned organizations such as Dassault and EDF has further fuelled my technical curiosity and passion for addressing the challenge of renewable energy integration and reducing CO2 emissions.
Howard Graham Bevan
Director of Energy
Al-Attiyah Foundation
Howard Graham Bevan
Director of Energy
Al-Attiyah Foundation
Mr. Howard joined the Al-Attiyah Foundation in 2015 as the first professional to be employed directly by the Foundation.
Mr. Howard’s role is to supervise and create various items of energy news, reports and studies on energy related topics.
He comes from a long background in Energy Planning, Research and Economics with over 30 years of Middle Eastern experience. His previous employment was with Qatar Petroleum where he was a Manager responsible for Performance and Reporting within the Corporate Planning Directorate. Those were exciting times in QP and Qatar. It was the time of the great expansion in LNG, Pipeline line Gas and GTK projects. Mr. Howard played a full role in the implementation and monitoring of these projects.
Previous to this, he held similar roles in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.
Mr. Howard returned to the UK for a while and took part in the Electricity and Water Privatisation of both of those industries. He was also involved in the construction of the first Combined Cycle Gas Turbine electricity generation plants which transformed the electricity generation industry in the UK.
Mr. Howard holds |Bachelors degree in Polymer Chemistry, a Masters Degree in Econometrics and an MBA in Finance. Outside interest have always included rugby and sailing
Mohammed Saadi Al-Dweik
Head of Technical Services and Product Management
Jinko Solar
Mohammed Saadi Al-Dweik
Head of Technical Services and Product Management
Jinko Solar
TOPIC : Analyzing The Performance of TopCon Modules in Qatar
Mohammed, a seasoned energy professional with over 15 years of experience, has a proven track record in power generation, renewable energy, and energy efficiency consultancy across the MENA region. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master's in Renewable Energy Engineering, he currently serves as the Head of Technical Services for the Middle East and North Africa region at Jinko Solar, a leading solar supplier.
Carlos Taminez
Managing Partner
Cultivatix / TechnoBlox
Carlos Taminez
Managing Partner
Cultivatix / TechnoBlox
TOPIC : Path to a Green Economy: Solar-Powered Solutions for Food Security and Carbon Neutrality
Carlos Taminez is the Managing Partner at Cultivatix and Technoblox, with decades of experience in sustainable innovation and business development. At Technoblox, Carlos leads the creation of construction systems from sustainable polymers, featured in Discovery Networks shows and global publications, offering solutions for sustainable hospitality and communities. At Cultivatix, he pioneers controlled environment farming, including the world’s first soil-based vertical farming system designed for decentralized agriculture, and advances technologies for food production. As the former COO of GMH Technologies, Chad spearheaded R&D initiatives that developed recycled plastic construction systems and modular housing, while collaborating with the National Science Foundation and the US Air Force on energy-efficient building designs and portable hangars. His systems, manufactured in Europe and America, have been installed in over 30 countries. Chad also engages in academic research projects with European universities, reinforcing his role as a leader in global sustainability.
Antonio Sanfilippo
Chief Scientist
Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Antonio Sanfilippo
Chief Scientist
Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute, Hamad Bin Khalifa University
TOPIC : Solar PV Energy in Hot Desert Climates
Dr. Antonio Sanfilippo is Chief Scientist at Qatar Environment & Energy Research Institute (QEERI), where he leads the Energy Management Program. Under his leadership, the QEERI Energy Management Program team has established renewable energy and smart grid capabilities that have become national points of reference for local and international stakeholders, including a network of solar monitoring stations, a 100 kWp microgrid testbed and a network of Phasor Measurement Units. Prior to QEERI, Dr. Sanfilippo was Chief Scientist at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in the US, where he was awarded the Laboratory Director’s Award for Exceptional Scientific Achievement in 2008. Dr. Sanfilippo has also held positions as Research Director in the private sector, Senior Consultant at the European Commission, Research Supervisor and Group Manager at SHARP Laboratories of Europe, and Research Associate at the Universities of Edinburgh and Cambridge in the UK. Dr. Sanfilippo holds MA and MPhil degrees from Columbia University (US), and a PhD from the School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh (UK).
Mustafa Adel Amer
Energy Technology Analyst
Gas Exporting Countries Forum - GECF
Mustafa Adel Amer
Energy Technology Analyst
Gas Exporting Countries Forum - GECF
TOPIC : The need for a portfolio of energy sources to reach climate goals while accommodating economic development
Energy Technology Analyst at the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), working within the energy economics and forecasting department on upstream E&P analysis, long-term energy modeling, energy technology research including hydrogen and carbon capture and storage technologies, and production of energy outlook to 2050. Before working at the GECF, he worked as a Senior Petroleum Engineer on well integrity management of five assets and managed all natural gas production technology aspects of a natural gas field. Educational background includes two master's degrees: Petroleum Engineering (University of Aberdeen) and Innovation Management (a joint program between Cairo and Cambridge Universities).
Mr. Massimo Pecorari
President
Lizard Renewables S.p.A.
Mr. Massimo Pecorari
President
Lizard Renewables S.p.A.
From HSBC, then from 2012 in Unicredit as Global Head of Infrastructure & power project finance, and as Head of Global Financing & Advisory. In 2017, he won the Finance Community Awards as Energy and Finance Professional of the Year.
Giorgio Torre
Senior Advisor to GCC and European Governments
Strategy Consulting Firm
Giorgio Torre
Senior Advisor to GCC and European Governments
Strategy Consulting Firm
Giorgio Torre is an internationally recognized specialist in Emerging Technologies (AI, Blockchain) and Renewable Energy. During his career, he has been advising GCC and European Governments on their national innovation strategies and green energy transition. Giorgio is the most followed voice for AI and Sustainability in Italy and the second in Europe, while consistently delivering lectures at international universities and insights at the main global conferences.
Ahmed Ziada
Product & Solutions Expert
LONGi
Ahmed Ziada
Product & Solutions Expert
LONGi
TOPIC : LONGi, Pioneers of Back Contact Technology
Ahmed Ziada, Product & Solution Expert, for LONGi Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, is a distinguished technical expert in the solar energy field. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, Ahmed leads initiatives to advance green energy solutions. His deep technical knowledge and leadership make him an invaluable speaker, poised to enrich discussions at the upcoming ISEM Qatar Solar Exhibition.
Abdulaziz S. AlShumailah
Executive Director (ED), Energy Production Operation (Generation Business Line)
Saudi Electricity Company
Abdulaziz S. AlShumailah
Executive Director (ED), Energy Production Operation (Generation Business Line)
Saudi Electricity Company
TOPIC : Challenges and Opportunities in Solar Energy Storage Solutions
Engr. Abdulaziz graduated from King Fahad University as a mechanical engineer in 1997 and have over 27 years of experience in the energy sector. He started his career at Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) at Assir Power Plant, progressing from mechanical maintenance/ operational engineer to various leadership roles. He served as Divisional Manager of Mechanical and Civil Engineering, Technical Support, and Planning departments. Later, he managed the Operational and Excellence Performance department for 9 years, reporting directly to the EVP.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, I ensured plant reliability and safety as Plant Manager at PP9. Subsequently, I led the Quality and Inspection Department, achieving significant milestones such as implementing the Quality Manual and forming the Scientific Research Council. Being involved with institutions like EPRI-USA on areas like battery storage and carbon capture etc. and working diligently to achieve energy transformation and use of artificial intelligence in power sector and utilities.
Currently, Mr. Abdulaziz is working as the Executive Director of the Central Region Operations and passionate about leveraging engineering principles to drive innovation and solve real-world problems.
Muhammed Javeed
Manager - Renewable Energy Solutions
Engie Cofely Mannai
Muhammed Javeed
Manager - Renewable Energy Solutions
Engie Cofely Mannai
TOPIC : Net Zero Architecture: The Role of Solar PV Technology
Renewable Energy specialist serving as the Manager of Renewable Energy Solutions Business at Engie Cofely Mannai, Qatar. With extensive experience in various renewable energy initiatives, including high-profile architectural solar projects and Net-Zero building initiatives, he has led feasibility studies, design support, and regulatory compliance efforts in the development and implementation of renewable energy projects in the region.
Mian Fahad
Country Director
Growatt New Energy
Mian Fahad
Country Director
Growatt New Energy
TOPIC : Growatt as Renewable Energy Partner
Mr. Mian Fahad is a seasoned professional and the current Growatt Country Director, with over eight years of experience in the Renewable Energy sector. His expertise spans solar, wind, and tidal energy, making significant contributions to clean energy initiatives in Pakistan and neighboring countries.
With a focus on power generation, transmission, and distribution, he has helped establish Growatt as a leading inverter brand in South Asia across all segments, including residential, commercial, and industrial.
Throughout his career, Mr. Mian has worked with renowned multinational organizations such as ICI, Nestle, Oman Tel, and Huawei. His diverse background and deep understanding of the energy industry equip him with the skills to drive innovation and lead impactful projects in the renewable energy landscape. Mian’s commitment to integrating renewable energy solutions continues to shape the future of sustainable energy in the region.
Huthaifa Ameen
Sales Manager
Salam Petroleum Services
Huthaifa Ameen
Sales Manager
Salam Petroleum Services
TOPIC : Renewable Energy and Solar Application in Qatar
Huthaifa Ameen is a highly experienced Renewable Energy Engineer with over 15 years of international expertise in the renewable energy sector, including 10 years in Qatar. Currently serving as Sales Manager at Salam Petroleum Services, Huthaifa is responsible for overseeing all business operations related to renewable energy and photovoltaic (PV) systems. He is an active member of the Jordanian Engineering Association and holds several industry certifications, including CEM (Certified Energy Manager), REP (Renewable Energy Professional), and Specialist Solar PV Designer.
Huthaifa has played a key role in consulting for large-scale projects across the region, leveraging his deep knowledge to guide and lead solar energy initiatives. Additionally, he has delivered regional training programs, sharing his insights on solar energy solutions and their integration into modern infrastructure.
With his extensive experience and technical expertise, Huthaifa is a leading figure in the renewable energy sector, particularly in the solar industry.
Maha Mubarak Al Naimi
Project Manager
Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA)
Maha Mubarak Al Naimi
Project Manager
Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA)
TOPIC : Redefining Principles of T&D EPC Contracts for solar PV plant with embedded super substations. Part I (current Practices)
Holds a master's degree in business administration from Aberdeen University, a Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering from Texas A&M university and a Diploma in Arts of Science from CCQ. As a Project Manager at Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA), I have dedicated over to advance renewable energy solutions and lead innovative projects within the energy sector. My expertise lies in system studies related to power transmission system, renewable energy integration, and project development. I have successfully managed numerous high-profile projects that have contributed to Qatar's sustainable energy infrastructure.
Irshad Hussain
Sr Design Engineer(Protection)
Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA)
Irshad Hussain
Sr Design Engineer(Protection)
Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA)
TOPIC : Redefining Principles of T&D EPC Contracts for solar PV plant with embedded super substations. Part II (Improvisations due to Solar PV)
Irshad Hussain is a professional in strategic project planning, with extensive experience in project and contract management, technical evaluation, and design validation, particularly in high-voltage systems up to 400 kV. His long career & expertise spans Power Generation as well as Transmission sector where he has directly overseen Design ,installation, commissioning, and internal audits for renowned projects. Currently as Kahramaa employee he manages key assignments in Qatar’s energy Transmission sector, including Power evacuation Project for the 800MWp PV solar power plants, overseeing conceptual engineering, layout planning, and system studies. His role encompasses the entire lifecycle of high-capacity substations. Additionally, he is responsible for technical specification optimization .An active contributor to the field, he has presented technical papers at industry-leading conferences such as GCC CIGRE & QEERI and delivered webinars on pmi.org. His presentations cover advancements like Eco friendly Power Transmission System ,Substation Life cycle cost optimization, Challenges faced with Long EHV Cable energization and short-circuit reduction in Qatar’s transmission systems. Capitalizing on his problem-solving capabilities, and strategic insights he suggests impactful solutions within the power and energy sectors.
Ammar Abdelghani
Business Development Manger
FTC Qatar
Ammar Abdelghani
Business Development Manger
FTC Qatar
Ammar Abdelghani is a sustainability and renewable energy professional with over a decade of experience driving impactful projects and fostering collaboration across the solar industry. He has secured strategic partnerships with developers, suppliers, and clients, working on unique and innovative projects that push the boundaries of solar technology.
Certified in GRI Sustainability Reporting, CFA ESG Investing, and ISO 14064 standards, Ammar integrates ESG principles with business strategy, advancing renewable energy solutions while ensuring compliance with global standards. He is dedicated to enhancing industry collaboration and delivering innovative, high-quality solar projects.
Gavin Kelly
Al Wajba Establishment
Gavin Kelly
Al Wajba Establishment
TOPIC : Solar Power plant Dust Management: Significate decrease ( Minimum -25%) of the Dust Impact on the efficiency of the PV
Over 25 years expertise in the field of dust control, erosion control and soil stabilization. I have worked on major construction and environmental projects all over the world. I represent two industry leaders from this specialized segment and has helped them build their distribution network across Europe, Middle East and Africa.
I'm going to speak about the challenges of dust control in the Middle East and some best practices that are employed on solar farms to reduce dust impact and maximize PV efficiency.
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