The 12th CEBC Annual Summit
Tuesday, 26th November 2024
Terra Pavilion, Expo City Dubai
ABOUT THE SUMMIT

The Clean Energy Business Council’s Annual Summit is the premier event for sustainability leaders, innovators, and decision-makers across the MENA region. With a network of 100+ members and partners companies, the summit offers an unparalleled platform to explore the latest trends, technologies, and market opportunities driving the clean energy transition. This annual high-profile, important industry meeting offers a forum for key participants to foster communication and push for the regulatory and policy frameworks required to accelerate the clean energy transition through panel discussions, roundtables, presentations and showcases.

Why Attend?

Connect with Industry Leaders

Engage with key stakeholders from the renewable energy, future mobility, energy efficiency, clean hydrogen, climate finance and women in clean energy sectors.

Grow Your Business

Explore potential partnerships and business development opportunities in the fast-growing clean energy landscape.

Expand Your Knowledge

Stay informed on global energy trends and cutting-edge innovations through presentations from world-class speakers.

Reflecting on COP29

Gain insights into the major outcomes from the UN Climate Change Conference and explore how they will shape the MENA region’s clean energy landscape moving forward.

Learn about the CBEC's Publications

Covering Energy Efficiency, Climate Finance, and Low Carbon Hydrogen.

Access Thought Leadership

Discover CEBC’s latest research and publications designed to support sustainable growth in the region.
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Agenda Highlights
  • Time Topic
  • 08:00 - 09:30 Registration and Networking
  • 09:30 - 09:45 Opening Address
  • 09:45 - 10:00 Keynote Address
  • 10:00 - 10:20 Presentation: Spotlight on Hydrogen - Impact on Economy, Environment and Energy Security
  • 10:20 - 11:05 Panel Discussion:Scaling Clean Hydrogen – The Fuel of Tomorrow, Today
    Hydrogen is heralded as a transformative solution for decarbonization. This session dives into the practical steps MENA is taking to scale hydrogen technologies, supply chains, and investments.
  • 11:05 - 11:25 Coffee and Networking Break
  • 11:25 - 11:45 Presentation: Dubai’s Approach and Implementation Plan towards Clean Energy Strategy
  • 11:45 - 12:35 Panel Discussion: Efficiency First – Transforming Energy Systems for a Sustainable MENA
    Energy efficiency is often the first step toward decarbonization. This panel focuses on how energy systems in buildings, industries and cities are being overhauled to cut carbon, reduce waste and optimize performance.
  • 12:35 - 12:55 Presentation: CEBC Advisory Council Initiative
  • 12:55 - 13:00 Address from the 12th CEBC Annual Summit Networking Partner, Pinsent Masons
  • 13:00 - 14:00 Terra Rooftop Lunch and Networking Break
  • 14:00 - 14:50 Panel Discussion: Accelerating the Shift – Future Mobility Solutions for a Carbon-Neutral MENA
    As electrification and new mobility solutions gain traction, this panel will discuss the future of transportation and how MENA is rapidly embracing e-mobility, shared transport and alternative fuel solutions.
  • 14:50 - 15:20 Fireside Chat: COP29 Unpacked – What the Outcomes Mean for MENA
    A dynamic post-COP29 discussion unpacking key decisions and their implications for the MENA region. This fireside chat will feature insights on new global commitments, regional impacts, and pathways for MENA to leverage the outcomes.
  • 15:25 - 16:15 Panel Discussion: Unlocking Capital – Financing the Low-Carbon Future
    This session focuses on the strategies and frameworks needed to mobilize private and public sector investments, enabling the region to meet its decarbonization targets.
  • 16:15 - 16:30 Closing Remarks and End of Summit
SPEAKERS
Abdulla Malek

Energy Transition Director, COP28 UAE

Mozah Alnuaimi

Director of Productivity and Demand Management Department, UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure

Jamila El Mir

Senior Advisor, High-Level Climate Champions

Faisal Ali Al-Rashid

Senior Director – Demand Side Management, Dubai Supreme Council of Energy

Dr. Nasser Saidi

Founder & Chairman, Clean Energy Business Council MENA

Jerome Vacher

Senior Economist - Middle East and Central Asia, International Monetary Fund

Ghanim al Qassim

Senior Manager – Solar Energy, DEWA

Rami Ashri

Business Development & Partnerships Sr. Manager, Charge&go by e&

Rahma Alshamsi

Director – Portfolio & Ventures, BEEAH

Athmane Benzerroug

Chief Sustainability Officer, ADNOC Distribution

Milos Mirilo

Global Senior Vice President of Engineering & Energy, Accor Hotels

Bala Jayaraman

Managing Director and Head of Efficiency, Taka Solutions, a Positive Zero company

Frank Wouters

Senior VP of New Energy, Reliance Industries Limited

Mhairi Main Garcia

Partner, Watson Farley & Williams

Cornelius Matthes

CEO, Dii Desert Energy and Chairman MENA Hydrogen Alliance

Rene Matthies

Chief Financial Officer & Executive Director Corporate Operations, EWEC

Omar Saif

Director of Partnerships, Global Climate Finance Centre - ADGM

Imane Benhayoun

Senior Manager – BD Renewables & Green Hydrogen - ACWA Power

Hassan Ebrahim

SVP of Corporate Development and Sustainability, Yellow Door Energy

Elie Matar

Director of Electricity, RSB Dubai

Tamer ElShebrakhity

General Manager, Al Naboodah

Ahmad Mehwi

Vice President – Product Innovation & Development, Future Pipe Industries

Burak Ozsoylu

VP ‑ Business Development & MARCOM, Enova

Mustapha Aanzi

Advisory Council Member, Clean Energy Business Council MENA

Hugo Domingues

Advisory Council Member, Clean Energy Business Council MENA & MD of Enernouva

Tharun Thomas

Deputy Head of Energy Efficiency - UAE, ENGIE Middle East

Salma Kheder​​​​

Sr Specification Engineer ‑ UAE, Kingspan Insulation LLC

Gurmeet Kaur

Partner, Pinsent Masons

Ronan Tregouet

VP Energies & Chemicals, Schneider Electric

Maneesha Bhatnagar

Head of ESG, Consultancy and Innovation, LeasePlan Emirates

Nicketan Velani

Project Lead for UAE Alliance for Climate Action (UACA)

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