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Avanthika has around 15 years of experience working in the electricity and power sector. She is passionate about energy transition through the adoption of newer technologies such as energy storage, electric vehicles, and hydrogen. She has been working closely with policy makers, utilities, and private sector players in enabling adoption of these technologies, in India, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Her experience covers supporting companies through strategic decision making through technology evaluation, techno-commercial analysis, supporting manufacturing and mapping of supply chain.
Board member- Clean Energy Business Council 2024-25.

She holds a Master’s degree in Power Systems Engineering from Anna University, India, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Symbiosis University, India.

Faisal Ali Al Rashid is the Senior Director of the Demand Side Management (DSM) Directorate at the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, overseeing energy demand management in Dubai. He also chairs the Advancing Net Zero Volunteering Team, focused on accelerating decarbonization in UAE cities. Prior to this, Faisal worked for over 16 years in the oil and gas industry, successfully leading major EPC projects. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering degree from Ohio University, and along with PMP credentials and policy-making certifications.

Rami Hamati is an Energy Engineer graduate with extensive experience of more than 7+ years in renewable energy and energy efficiency. As the Development Manager at Emerge (a Masdar & EDF joint venture), he leads solar and energy storage projects, supporting commercial and industrial partners to meet sustainability goals. Rami holds numerous certifications, including Certified Energy Manager (CEM), Renewable Energy Professional (REP), and Carbon Auditing Professional (CAP), and has managed over 750 MW in projects across agriculture, poultry, industrial, and commercial sectors in the GCC region and beyond. His expertise spans technical and commercial aspects, from designing and implementing PV systems to conducting energy audits and managing stakeholder relations. With a commitment to advancing affordable, clean energy, Rami provides tailored solutions, enabling clients to achieve significant energy and cost savings while contributing to regional net-zero targets.

Mohamed Saady, 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

Khalid Salmi is a Sustainable Energy Management Senior 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.

With over 11 years of professional experience, and under several projects and activities, Khalid Salmi used to lead and coordinate different projects and program of activities in close cooperation between the Arab governments and various international development organizations, including IGOs, development banks, IFIs, UN programs, in addition to other alliances and networks involved in the energy industry and green economy affairs worldwide. This practical expertise covered different working axes around the important role of green technologies and practices as effective instruments for the sustainable management of resources, and the deployment of new clean energy vectors, toward tackling economic and environmental challenges at all levels.

Eng. Mohammed Al Ta'ani is the Secretary General of  Arab Renewable Energy Commission  (AREC)and the Vice Chairman of Jordanian Renewable Energy Society (JRES) & general manager . He is the founder of both JRES & AREC.  He was working in the field of Renewable Energy since 1988 (Solar PV &Green Building) as Project manager and researcher and publish more than 25 papers. From 1999-2007 he was the project manager for the Renewable energy in King Abdullah the Second Design&Development Bureau (KADDB). In 2002 he was the Project manager for the Jordanian Solar Car & Zero fossil Fuel House (Eco House for KADDB) Project manager. He was the Vice Director of Energy Center in Jordan University from 2007 until 2008 where he was working as the founder of this center. He was the founder of the Global Net for Renewable Energy in the Desert regions (GNREADER). Also was  the Chairman of Renewable energy committee in Jordan Institution for Standards & Metrology , Ambassador of the DONG energy solar challenge events in the middle-east countries (World Cup for Solar Powered Boats). Member in the board of directors of renewable energy center in Philadephia university.

A management professional with 23+ years of exceptional track record in driving Energy business growth.
As the VP of TAQA Arabia for Africa & New Ventures, Adly is focusing on developing the Energy business in Africa, seeking all new opportunities to flourish the energy sector all over the continent.
Focusing on utilization of African Gas for Africa, Adly is leading the investment of TAQA Arabia in Mozambique and Tanzania. Furthermore, Adly is leading a new investment as well for natural gas distribution in KSA.
Before being appointed as TAQA Arabia VP, Adly was the General Manager of Elsewedy Electric in Algeria for 10 years. where he crafted an impressive growth path rising from supply chain manager to general manager.

Romain is a renewable energy professional with more than 15 years of experience across Europe and Middle East. He is responsible for leading all aspects of operations, maintenance and asset management at EDF Renewables, a global leader in renewable electricity production without CO2 emissions.
 
Since 2017, Romain has been driving O&M organizations for EDF renewables energies business in the Middle East region, having extensive experience in the Operations of flagship utility-scale renewables projects including the largest solar Park in UAE (Al Dhafrah 2.1 GWp) and the largest wind farm in the region. (Dumat Al Jandal 400 MW)
 
His current role consists of defining and implementing efficient strategies to maximize assets energy production and ensure optimal financial performance.

Mohamed is the Chief Development Officer at KarmSolar, a leading utility player in renewable energy in Egypt. Since 2018, he has spearheaded commercial strategies in the energy industry, particularly in solar energy and battery storage systems. His expertise in transforming Capex-driven operations into Opex-based business models has been instrumental in advancing the renewable energy sector in Egypt. Prior to KarmSolar, Mohamed was the Chief Commercial Officer at SolarizEgypt, contributing significantly to the growth of solar energy solutions and the role of Independent Power Producers in the C&I sector. He holds a BBA in Management from the University of Toronto.

Abdullatif is the Director for Emirates Green Building Council.  

With 25+ years of experience, Abdullatif specialises in sustainability, energy and environmental management. His areas of expertise also include quality and operations management and process technology.  He is a chemical engineer in background and holds an MSC in Energy Studies and one of the first qualified energy engineers in Jordan.

Abdullatif is also a judge for number of prestigious international and national awards in energy and risk management. 

He is member of the Energy Institute and serves as the Honorary Vice Chair of the Middle East branch. He is also Specialist Fellow of the International Institute of risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) and served in many positions in the institute.

He is Associate Professor in Renewable Energy Engineering at University of Birmingham Dubai.
He has over 15 years of experience in teaching, research, management. He has the experience of initiating engineering programmes, and worked at mid/senior management roles that provided him the opportunity to have holistic insights and oversights of program leadership.
Dr Ali carries global context as well as significant understanding of UAE higher education market as he has been responsible for programme development, community engagement, curriculum development and lead research/dissertation projects forcused on renewable energy.
He has been conducting research focusing on cross cutting themes of economic, technical, social, political challenges and stresses related to renewable energy and sustainable development.

Haytham Abdo, an experienced leader in renewable energy, has over 12 years of diverse sector experience. With a focus on driving business growth and profitability, Haytham holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Business from Brunel University London and certifications from esteemed institutions. Currently serving as the General Manager of Development at Desert Technologies Nurun Division in Jeddah, Haytham has played integral roles in the company's growth, overseeing business development and project development in the Middle East and Africa. His expertise spans utility-scale Solar PV and Wind projects, Hybrid & Mini-grid systems, and EV charging Infrastructure. Prior to Desert Technologies, Haytham has held positions at AMEA Power and Al Nowais Investments.

Ashok has more than 30 years of experience in renewable energy industry with specific focus on solar . He has extensive experience in the business development and project management of solar projects in India and the Middle East. 
   A graduate electronics engineer, he has worked in both government and private sector organisations like BHEL , Reliance Industries in India as well as Siraj Power in the UAE. He has built teams to work and grow the nascent solar business in these markets.
    He has been involved in the pioneering stages of the solar industry development in India as well as in the UAE and brings a wealth of business experience & expertise to Siraj Power.

Ministers & Senior Speakers 2025

Dr. Nabih Cherradi is Desert Technologies’ Chief Technology Officer. Has spent over 34 years building on a long track record of equipment's/production lines as well as business development in the semiconductor and photovoltaic industries. Prior to joining Desert Technologies, Nabih is also the CEO of EmpowerSun, a Swiss based photovoltaic energy consultancy, which he founded in 2009. In the meantime, he also co-founded ISWT a French solar developer company. From 2007-2009, as a Vice President/CTO, he accompanied Yingli Green Energy in its fast expansion with responsibility for the technology and manufacturing. He also participated in its IPO in New York (NYSE). As operations & process director at Applied Materials from 1997 to 2007 Nabih was responsible for installing turn-key semiconductor and photovoltaic production lines throughout the world, installing multiple GWs of production capacity across a ten year period. As a scientist, he focused on advance materials for different applications working with different industries (Semiconductor, Photovoltaic and Hard tools)He holds a PhD on materials sciences from the University Henri Poincaré, Nancy as well as an MBA, from the Business School of Nancy, (France).

Established Consulting and Advisory practice leader of Climate Change, Clean Energy and Sustainability Sector. Professional work experience of more than 25 years, contributing for Carbon Markets, Climate & Carbon Finance, Carbon Neutrality, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Decarbonization, Low Carbon Sustainable Growth, ESG and Sustainable Business. 

Extensive experience of development and implementation of Projects, Policies and Strategies, Project Financing. Worked with international organizations based out of India, Philippines, Germany & Qatar and have experience of working on projects and assignment of more than 20 countries, mainly covering south Asia, Southeast Asia, central Asia, Middle East, USA and Europe. Diversified experience of working with private, government, International and Multilateral. Experience of project conceptualization, preparation of technical project reports and preliminary design, complete cycle of project financing, climate financing and implementation of clean energy projects. Extensive experience of climate change mitigation project development and carbon market financing with capacity building of developing countries, development of eligible GHG emission reduction projects under CDM (Clean Development Mechanism) of Kyoto Protocol and other carbon markets, for availing financial benefits and improving financial sustainability of the environment friendly projects. Clean energy and GHG methodology expert. UNFCCC’s CDM Methodology expert and also served as Member of Methodologies Panel.

Currently leading multiple advisory/consulting assignments mainly related to GHG Accounting & Carbon Footprinting, supporting various government and international private organizations for Carbon Neutral operations, development and promotion of Voluntary Carbon Market in the region, Carbon Finance and supporting organizations for development of GHG emission reduction projects to avail carbon market benefits under different mechanisms. 

Known subject matter expert and well-established capacity building and training provider. Regularly participates in various knowledge sharing events, workshops and international conference. Published various papers and articles in national and international publications and seminar proceedings. For significant contribution to the Clean Energy, Energy Conservation and Climate Change sector he has been conferred with various prizes, appreciations, and prestigious awards by government and international organizations.

As VP of Product Development at Yellow Door Energy, Youssef oversees a team of product development experts to bring innovative product solutions to businesses. Most recently, he developed the company’s battery energy storage system (BESS) solutions for commercial and industrial businesses in Middle East and South Africa. He has over a decade of experience in the renewable energy industry, with particular focus on hybrid solutions. 

Prior to joining Yellow Door Energy, Youssef was the Chief Technology Officer at Solstice Renewable Energy in Jordan, and the head of the renewable energy department at ACEMCO in Lebanon. 

Youssef holds an Executive Master in Business Administration (EMBA) from Ecole Supérieure de Commerce de Paris (ESCP) in France and a Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering from American University of Beirut in Lebanon.

With experience in empowering the solar industry, promoting a greener future and sustainability best practices. Mohammed Alzaidi is a dynamic leader driving Sustainability and business development in MENA for Jinkosolar.

Mohammed has worked more than 10 years in the Middle East in power and energy fields, he was involved in technical support, project management and business development for many countries in the region.Mohammed has bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and master’s in renewable energy engineering from, he is also certified solar professional and project manager.

Positive, Strategic, Achiever, Learner and Responsible as per Gallup StrengthFinder.
Over 16-years treasury and trade solutions sales experience for corporate, public sector and financial institution clients across Europe, Middle East & Africa.
Chairperson of the International Trade and Forfaiting Association (ITFA) Middle East Regional Committee.
Consultant to the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for trade and supply chain finance.
Thought leadership across treasury and trade solutions.
Treasurer and Board Member for a non-profit civil organization.

Xiaolei Liu joined SMM in 2011. Over the past 13 years, he has been mainly responsible for providing consulting services for SMM's photovoltaic and hydrogen energy industry, focusing on the research of market price index methodology for photovoltaic and hydrogen energy industry chains. During this period, he participated in the production and release of price indices for polysilicon, wafers, cells, modules, green hydrogen, and blue hydrogen in China, and completed SMM's supply and demand database of photovoltaic and hydrogen energy industry chains. 

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