World Energy Congress 2019: Innovations and Narratives

Admitting the gender gap in the transport sector throughout the world, the Global Director of the World Bank's Transport Global Practice Mr. Guangzhe Chen has announced to focus on closing the gender gap in the transport sector as his future policy in 26^th World Road Congress in Abu Dhabi on Monday. 

Also Read: In future, focus on closing Gender Gap in transport: Guangzhe Chen in 26th WRC

Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence in UAE who opened the session - Artificial Intelligence in the Road Sectors - in the 26th World Road Congress explained how artificial intelligence will shape the future of transport. Appointed in 2017, Olama (29) is world's first minister of Artificial Intelligence. 

Also Read: Every sector is going to be connected by AI: UAE's Minister of AI in 26th WRC

Going solar is trendy nowadays. People across the globe are opting for a "solar home". Do it Yourself (DIY) kits provide you an insight into the latest technology, trends and market insight on solar panels. 

Also Read: SDG 7: How a DIY Solar Power Kit can help you to choose the best and save money

"Asia is the new destination, within Asia, India is the destination. In the next two decades, India is going to contribute in a big way," said Dharmendra Pradhan, Indian Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas. "There is no meaning of deadline, headline and targets for us. We are moving ahead of that," he added. Read the full interview and view the video: 

Also Read: India is hotspot of the world energy market: Dharmendra Pradhan

Dr. Angela Wilkinson is the first woman to lead the World Energy Council as Secretary-General. “Angela will be the first woman to manage our organization which is now approaching 100 years of age. We look forward to you Angela as we continue to promote sustainable energy for all,” said Mr. Jean Marie Dauger in his first speech as Chair of the Council.

Also Read: World Energy Council gets first woman Secretary-General in Abu Dhabi

Besides four keynote addresses and a series of the important events, the official handover ceremony to the Russian delegation will be the most sought after event on the concluding day. 

WEC24: Russia to receive the torch for WEC25 to be held in St. Petersburg 

In a major achievement to bilateral cooperation and association in the energy sector during the 24th World Energy Congress at Abu Dhabi Exhibition Center, the UAE on Tuesday signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with Vietnam and Spain.

WEC24: UAE signs MoUs with Vietnam and Spain at WEC 2019 https://www.devdiscourse.com/article/business/665614-wec24-uae-signs-mous-with-vietnam-and-spain-at-wec-2019 

Andrea Barber is the Co-founder and CEO of RatedPower, an exhibitor at the 24th World Energy Congress. The company claims that its cloud-based software (SaaS) can simplify the detailed analysis required to develop a solar photovoltaic energy plant, to an extent that it can transform 4 weeks of work into 4 minutes. Andrea Barber will also be featured as a speaker talking about "Refuelling the talent pipeline" and will also participate in the exclusive World Energy Leaders' Summit CEO Roundtable. Read the full interview: WEC24: RatedPower CEO explains how their software can accelerate energy transition

David Alejandro Trejo Pizzo is the Co-Founder and CEO of NYDRO ENERGY, an exhibitor at the World Energy Congress 2019. In an exclusive interview with Devdiscourse, he talks about his expectations from the 24th WEC and the potential of their platform, which the company claims can turn almost any power grid to a smart grid. NYDRO ENERGY provides a set of tools that enable almost any power grid to turn into a smart grid by using sensors and an interactive platform. This enables users, prosumers, DSOs, and TSOs can buy and sell electricity, add new power sources and automate transactions. The company claims that the platform backend uses blockchain to store and secure transactions, create automated contracts and certify the origin of the energy that is being traded and uses AI algorithms to balance the load on the grid in the most efficient way. Read the full interview:

Also Read: WEC24: Imagine a future where power grid works like internet, says Nydro Energy CEO David

The Estonian President Ms. Kaljulaid is currently visiting the UAE along with a business delegation to take part in the 24th World Energy Congress in Abu Dhabi. She emphasized that 99 per cent of government services in her country are available online. 

Also Read: WEC 24: UAE & Estonia can work to help others for digital revolution: Kaljulaid

Ministers and experts come together to outline plans for sustainable and reliable future at the 24th World Energy Congress. Mr. Suhail Al Mazrouei, UAE’s Minister of Energy and Industry, and Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE’s Minister of State and Chief Executive Officer, ADNOC, welcome attendees and delegates on the first day of prestigious event speeches and sessions focus on key issues around the theme of ‘New visions for energy for prosperity’. 

On the first day of the 24th World Energy Congress 2019 in Abu Dhabi, the World Energy Council in collaboration with Accenture Strategy and the Paul Scherrer Institute launched an updated World Energy Scenarios report.

Also Read: WEC 24: Global energy demand on track to peak between 2020 and 2025

Giuseppe Giordano is the CEO of Enerbrain, an exhibitor in 24th World Energy Congress being held in Abu Dhabi from 9th to 12th September 2019. In an exclusive interview with Devdiscourse, he explains the benefits of solutions offered by Enerbran, which the company claims can reduce the power consumption of a building by up to 30 percent. The technologies being developed by Enerbrain are easy to manage and quick to install, requiring no modifications to energy systems or complex structural works. In most cases, in fact, it takes 2 days to start saving, with a significant improvement to the air quality and thermal comfort of the rooms. Read the full interview: 

Also Read: WEC24: Enerbrain can cut energy consumption of buildings by 30 pct, says CEO

World Nuclear Association's Director-General, Agneta Rising, is excited about the World Energy Congress 2019 and looks forward to opportunities to talk about the importance of nuclear power for the transition towards clean and affordable energy. The mission of the international organization is to promote a wider understanding of nuclear energy among key international influencers by producing authoritative information, developing common industry positions, and contributing to the energy debate. It is an international trade body made up of 180 member companies across all nuclear businesses from around the world. Read the full interview: 

Also Read: WEC24: World Nuclear Association's Agneta Rising explains importance of nuclear power

The 24th World Energy Congress, a triannual gathering of energy leaders and innovators from throughout the world, was inaugurated on Monday in the Plenary Hall of Abu Dhabi Exhibition Center at Abu Dhabi in the UAE. 

Also Read: WEC24 inaugurated with a global message on clean energy & innovations

Alfanar, an exhibitor in WEC 24, aims to provide 4-5 GW of Clean Energy to the world by 2025. Devdiscourse catches up with Vice President-Sales & Marketing of Alfanar Mr. Khalid Al Solami for a brief interaction on his vision, achievements and future strategies of the company particularly on clean energy which has been adopted as SDG 7 by the United Nations for the year 2030 and his expectations from the 24th World Energy Congress 2019. Read the full interview: 

Also Read: WEC24: Alfanar aims to provide 4-5 GW of Clean Energy by 2025, Says Khalid Al Solami

UAE welcomes the energy industry's thought leaders at the world's most influential energy event. UAE Minister of Energy hails “historic” 24th World Energy Congress.  Over 15,000 attendees, 4,000 delegates, 72 ministers, 1000 media professionals, and 300 exhibitors heading for Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre this week.  

Also Read: WEC24 to lay foundations for more prosperous energy industry: Suhail Al Mazrouei

Eco Wave Power is a maiden participant in WEC24. the company is operating the first grid-connected wave power station in Europe which is located on the east side of Gibraltar. The station is part of an overall 5 MW PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) that was signed directly with the Government of Gibraltar which is targeted to produce 15% of all Gibraltar's electricity needs. Estimates state that the potential energy which can be harvested from the world's oceans is equal to twice the amount of electricity that the world produces today. Read the full interview: 

Also Read: WEC24: Ocean wave power has several advantages over solar power, Says, CEO, Inna

Devdiscourse (Discourse on Development) is a media partner with the 24th World Energy Congress (WEC) 2019. An editorial team of Devdiscourse will be in Abu Dhabi from 9th to 12th September for media coverage of the WEC24.

Also Read: WEC24: Media Interviews in Abu Dhabi for WEC 2019 Exhibitors

ADGM's Thomas Hirschi is very much excited and hopeful about new partners in WEC24. "Investors coming to ADGM will know that we take a practical, business-friendly approach and that we are serious in developing and supporting the sustainable finance hub and ecosystem," said Hirschi with full confidence. According to Hirschi, ADGM's vision and mandate are clear and focused on supporting the UAE to achieve the SDG goals in 2030, that is via responsible and sustainable financing. In an interview with Devdiscourse, Hirschi shares his company's performance and future strategies. Read the Full Interview. 

Also Read: WEC 2019: ADGM works for responsible & sustainable financing, Says, T. Hirschi

As host sponsor, EWEC will showcase its contribution to energy production, including its extensive investment in alternative sources of energy, in WEC's main exhibition space in ADNEC.

Also Read: WEC24: EWEC announced as host sponsor of WEC 2019

Aksa Power Generation & Aksa Energy, an exhibitor in WEC24 being held in Abu Dhabi from 9th to 12th September 2019. The Turkey-based global players in the energy sector claim to built and commissioned power plants in Africa within 6 to 9 months. In an exclusive interview with Devdiscourse, the Business Development Director and Vice Chairman of Aksa Power Generation & Aksa Energy Mr. Serdar Nisli shares the story of Aksa Energy's innovations, performance and commitment for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Edited Excerpts:

Also Read: WEC24: We look forward to sharing fast track solutions of AKSA, Says, Nişli

Devdiscourse is a media partner with the 24th World Energy Congress 2019 being held in Abu Dhabi, UAE on 9th – 12th September 2019. The theme of the WEC24 is ‘Energy for Prosperity’.

Also Read: WEC 2019: Devdiscourse running Live Discourse on WEC24

The theme for WEC24 is ‘Energy for Prosperity’. An opening press conference has been organized at 9 am on Sunday, 8th September at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The participants have been advised to visit the Project Management Office located in Organizers Office 8 (OO8), starting from 2 pm on Saturday. 

Also Read: WEC 2019: Countdown begins for WEC24 in Abu Dhabi

Flux Federation is a New Zealand based company working in the area of energy retail business with a view to empower energy consumers. Mark Soper, Flux Federation's Chief Customer Officer will be staffing the company's stand at WEC24 in Abu Dhabi. In the run-up to his preparations for Abu Dhabi to attend the 24th World Energy Congress 2019, Devdiscourse, the media partner with the WEC24, catches up with him for an exclusive interview. Read the full interview.  

Also Read: WEC24: How Powershop shook New Zealand's energy market, Mark Soper, to explain

India is working on a proposal for ‘Global Power Grid’ to be presented in the General Assembly of International Solar Alliance scheduled in New Delhi from October 30 to November 2, 2019. Primarily based on solar energy, the Global Power Grid is aimed to connect some energy-deficient countries of South East Asia. As some countries of South Asia such as Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka are already connected to India’s national Power Grid, connecting some smaller countries of South East Asia would not pose any major technical challenge but the decision is more crucial from a geopolitical perspective.

Also Read: Global Power Grid: How solar energy could electrify Geopolitics in ISA

The initial 'Desertec 1.0' vision has migrated to Desertec 3.0. Dii has issued its ground-breaking publication 'Desert Power 2050'. A cable study connecting the UAE with India gave better insight into the potential of synergies with foreign markets. Interconnections in other parts of MENA are also gaining momentum. Morocco has been a first mover for about 20 years, connecting to  Spain. In Tunisia, the ELMED Interconnector is being revived.

Also Read: Energy Transition in MENA: Desert Power 2030's Analysis and Predictions

Clean and Affordable energy has become a focus on the energy sector throughout the globe, therefore an obvious concern for the 24th World Energy Council being held in Abu Dhabi next month. The researchers and policymakers both are seeing hydrogen with great hope. Marzia Zafar and Pauline Blanc present an analysis of the potential of hydrogen as a source of clean energy. 

Also Read: SDG 7: How much Hydrogen would contribute to Affordable and Clean Energy

Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is hosting the 24th World Energy Congress 2019 from 9th to 12th September in that would witness 250 speakers, 100 hours of learning and 70 sessions.

Also Read: Abu Dhabi readies to welcome delegates of World Energy Congress 2019

The campaign of 'Beyond Hydrocarbon' or Zero Carbon Energy got momentum after the United Nations in 2015 adopted 'Clean and Affordable Energy' as Global Goal 7 among 17 Sustainable Development Golas (SDGs) for the year 2030. Closely linked to this is SDG 13 - Climate Action; which has set trend for all the businesses including energy.

Also Read: Clean & Affordable Energy: Big ambitions, hard realities, By Atul Arya for 24th WEC

ENOC - sponsor and co-host of the 24th World Energy Congress being organised in Abu Dhabi on 9th-13th September 2019 - is credited to explore the potential of Dubai's energy assets, using primitive maps to navigate dusty roads when the Group was established in 1993 with a payroll of just 200 employees. Today, the Group has a swathe of first-rate infrastructure projects, generated the US $13.8 billion in economic value for Dubai in 2016 and recorded a total of 256 million barrels in 2018 alone. 

Also Read: ENOC aims to install 62 more world-class service stations by 2020 across the UAE

Content is driven by cold facts and case studies, and coloured by a provocative opinion from experts from every side of the debate to ensure an inspiring, informative and unique content experience. With no agenda, political affiliation, sectoral bias or preconceptions, the programme will deliver the information and interpretation that allows better decisions to be made. The programme looks at the energy market in the realistic context of economic uncertainty, political instability, material possibility and opportunity. 

Also Read: WEC 2019: Four days of true knowledge sharing and joyful learning in Abu Dhabi

Investment opportunities are numerous and variable. For example, Asia, and a few large energy and financial players, will continue to bring proof of concept at large-scale, for almost every form of energy. 

Also Read: 3 themes of oil market & investment scope in energy, By Leila Benali, APICORP

With 1% for the arts applied to 6 trillion in renewable energy investment we can bring about a transformation of our cultural landscape along with the transition of our energy landscape, making new artistic landmarks to this important time in human history.

Also Read: Renewable Art: An Artistic way spruce up clean energy technology in WEC 2019

"I hope that the 24th World Energy Congress 2019 at Abu Dhabi will become a turning point in helping people realise that nuclear power plays a key role in bringing prosperity to people around the world. Indeed, besides being an environmentally-friendly and reliable source of energy, nuclear power makes a significant contribution to solving the issue of climate change," said Kirill Komarov. Read the Full Interview. 

Also Read: Global Goal of 25 % of nuclear electricity by 2050 is achievable: Kirill Komarov

The Global Energy Prize laureate's innovations for increased energy efficiency and use of renewable energy and clean technologies for traditional energy processing innovations would be an added advantage for participants of 24th World Energy Congress in Abu Dhabi.

Also Read: Global Energy Prize laureates' technological innovations on Clean Energy alongside WEC

Dubai based AMEA Power has emerged as a leading investor in African nations in the energy sector and is delivering projects to meet the huge energy demand in the African subcontinent.

Also Read: UAE's AMEA Power sees huge investment opportunities in Energy sector in Africa

“If you ask me today what a young energy professional should train in, I would volunteer coding, artificial intelligence, autonomous manufacturing and process control systems, social media and digital skills. With equal sincerity my father would have told you to become a process engineer. By the time my children are asked this question - and we will still then be some way short of a world with a perfect balance of energy sustainability, security and equity - I suspect my advice will seem terribly out of date.”

Also Read: Acting today to meet skills gaps in the future, By Chairman, 24th WEC, Abu Dhabi

Some countries have begun to pivot for future energy security. The UAE, to use just one example, is developing and deploying renewable (the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park) and nuclear (the Barakah power plant) energy programmes at a breakneck pace, diversifying energy sources, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and improving system resilience in the process. It is bold action that should pay off in the long run.

Also Read: Energy security: Changing Contours, Emerging Concerns

In anticipation of the 24th World Energy Congress in Abu Dhabi on 9th-12th September 2019, the Council is preparing a global energy foresight stocktake and refresh. As a part of this project, it has undertaken a comparison of the assumptions, narratives, and numbers found in a peer group of global energy scenarios of interest to its members. The review has also been analysed in relation to the Council’s ongoing horizon-scanning processes, including its annual Issues Monitor as well as interviews and leadership dialogues conducted in 2018. 

Also Read: 24th WEC: How World Energy Council's 'Global energy Scenarios' would be a Guide

As energy professionals, researchers, innovators, entrepreneurs and policymakers et all are going to gather for intellectual discourse on energy in the triannual event of the World Energy Council - the 24th World Energy Congress in September, the Argentina World Energy Council Member Committee presents an energy journey of Argentina. 

Also Read: 24th WEC 2019: A tale of the shale revolution in South America's Argentina

World Energy Council to launch an interactive tool for Dynamic Energy Resilience in 24th Congress in Abu Dhabi. Currently, the World Energy Council’s Dynamic Resilience workstream is looking at extreme weather and cyber resilience. We are using extreme weather case studies to identify key broader issues within the Dynamic Energy Resilience framework, with the aim of launching the relevant interactive tool at the 24th World Energy Congress. For cyber-resilience, we are developing a program using the scenarios to explore best practice.

Also Read: 24th WEC 2019: Managing Dynamic Energy Resilience with an Interactive Tool

Today, building on the expertise developed in our country over the past decades and our positioning as an energy hub, we are delivering some of the world’s most ambitious, forward-looking and innovative energy projects in line with the UAE Energy Strategy 2050. Hosting the 24th Congress will cement the UAE and Abu Dhabi positions as a global force in international energy policy,” said Mubadala’s Petroleum & Petrochemicals CEO, Musabbeh Al Kaabi. Read the Full Interview.

Also Read: WEC 2019 to cement Abu Dhabi & UAE positions as Global Energy force: Musabbeh Al Kaabi

Renewables, Social Engagement and Social License to Prosperity. Falck Renewables on the four Ds shaping the fast-paced energy transition we are experiencing in our times. 

Also Read: 4 Ds shaping fast-paced energy transition, By Alessandro Costa, Falck Renewables

The 24th World Energy Congress Preview's interaction with one of Congress speakers Lisa Davis, CEO, Gas and Power, Siemens AG.

Also Read: Sector Coupling among most innovative areas in Energy: Lisa Davis, WEC Speaker

The biggest disappointment has undoubtedly been nuclear energy. When I was growing up, we all thought that nuclear power would be the magic bullet that would provide safe, secure and sustainable energy said Lord Brown. Read the Full Interview.

Also Read: 20 yrs ago 'Beyond Petroleum' was as leaving the Church: Lord Browne, L1 Energy

These top 100 Global Energy Start-ups representing 31 countries were selected from amongst 450 entries from 80 countries of the world are being given the opportunity to present their business models in the 24th World Energy Congress 2019 being organised in Abu Dhabi from 9th to 12th September 2019. Sponsored by DEWA, the SET 2019 finalists will be located in the Innovation Hub, dedicated to showing their products and services and the business models behind them. They will also be participating in various sessions throughout the four-day event, taking place under the theme of Energy for Prosperity including the innovation's role in driving the energy transition.

Also Read: Top 100 Global energy Start-ups to show business models at WEC 2019 in Abu Dhabi

Two hundred of the most respected energy experts, pioneers and decision-makers from around the globe have lined up to lead the discussions at World Energy Congress in Abu Dhabi. 

Also Read: 24 days left to 24th World Energy Congress 2019 in UAE's Capital Abu Dhabi

Greece, Israel, Cyprus, and the United States agreed to enhance cooperation in energy, cyber and infrastructure security, Greek Energy Minister Kostis Hatzidakis said on Wednesday after ministers of the four countries met in Athens.

Also Read: World this Week on Energy: Energy News Roundup, 5th to 9th August 2019

The energy transition is nothing new, but the challenges of managing a successful and global energy transition are unprecedented. Energy systems are changing fast, shaped by many factors and more diverse actors.

Also Read: WEC's Energy Transition Toolkit: A Guide for New Energy Futures

Nuno Silva, Technology and Innovation Director at Efacec on his thoughts on energy jobs of the future and the FELs programme at the upcoming 24th World Energy Congress being organised in Abu Dhabi on 9-12 September 2019. 

Also Read: FEL 100 will become real change-makers: Nuno Silva, In Conversation with WECP

One of 24th World Road Congress Speakers, Isabelle Kocher, CEO, Engie provides us with her insights into challenges facing the energy sector, focus areas for innovation and her expectations of the 24th World Energy Congress. 

Also Read: Expect to hear experts on ZCE and to create value & prosperity: Isabelle Kocher

In order to achieve these goals, we recognize that we cannot rely on business as usual, but must think and act differently in how we integrate technology, upskill our people, broaden our partnerships and demonstrate environmental leadership. 

Also Read: Mission Oil and Gas 4.0: Enabling Global Prosperity in the 4th Industrial Age

Dialogue findings at AMER8 will help to inform the 17th IEF Ministerial Meeting that will be hosted by China and co-hosted by Morocco in 2020. India will seek to advance these ministerial dialogue outcomes convening the 9th Asian Ministerial Energy Roundtable (AMER9) in New Delhi, India in 2021, providing continuity and sharpening collective focus on relevant and common global energy security issues. 

Also Read: AMER8 will be held alongside the 24th World Energy Congress 2019 in Abu Dhabi

“We’re in situation where you design a new building and there’s maybe thousands of protocols you need to comply with, which are not necessarily constituted to innovation, and also make it impossible for authorities to actually enforce the codes, because no one wants to check every building out of 30,000 buildings," said Saeed Al Abbar, Chairman of Emirates GBC. The experts in Dubai are highlighting the need to plan for Net Zero Energy Building (NZED) and fully energy sufficient cities. 

Also Read: Net Zero Energy Building: A roadmap for energy sufficient cities of future