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Hisham Alhegelan, X-NOOR KSA’s Country Manager, leverages 30+ years of leadership to drive solar innovation. Leading market strategies, project development, and customer-centric solutions, he aligns X-NOOR’s efforts with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 for renewable energy growth.

MESIA’s Business Breakfast at Pullman Hotel Downtown brought industry leaders together to explore advancements in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for C&I applications. The event featured expert insights on technology, financial benefits, and policy, highlighting BESS’s role in driving energy efficiency and innovation.

Maryam Rashed Al Mazrouei, Head of CIS Business Development at Masdar, shares her journey in renewable energy, project achievements, passion for social impact, and advice for empowering women in the industry.

Andrea Gimenez Arroyo, a Renewables & Storage Consultant at MAI Group, leads solar PV and BESS projects, focusing on Technical Due Diligence for financial close and operations. Passionate about renewable energy, Andrea highlights achievements in solar project financing and encourages more women in leadership. Her advice for women: pursue STEM, remain resilient, and value diverse perspectives for a ...

Joumana Hosri, CEO of Sacotel Znshine and a leading figure in the MENA solar sector, advocates for women in renewable energy. She emphasizes the importance of education and mentorship to encourage female participation. Hosri's commitment includes creating inclusive workplaces and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, highlighting her role in addressing climate change.

Sophia Hasnaoui's journey in solar energy exemplifies the empowerment of women in the industry. As a leader at Yellow Door Energy, she advocates for diversity and inclusion, encouraging women to pursue careers in renewable energy. Her story inspires the next generation of female leaders, showcasing the significant impact women can make in shaping a sustainable future.

Duaa Kasida, General Manager of Kasida Solar Engineering Consultancy, holds a master’s degree in renewables and co-founded Alnasser Solar Pump Trading. Her journey includes notable projects in Yemen and Africa, promoting gender equality in the solar industry. Duaa emphasizes the importance of skills and seizing opportunities for women in renewable energy.

On the sidelines of the REFA/SITE 2024 Forum, a press conference was held on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at the Hotel LAICO to announce the 3rd edition of this forum, organized jointly by CSPV, AFSIA, and MESIA in partnership with SPE, taking place on November 6-7, 2024, at the RAMADA PLAZA Hotel in Gammarth, Tunisia.

Join us at REFA & SITE 2024, taking place on November 6-7 in Tunis, as North Africa emerges as a global leader in renewable energy. Co-organized by AFSIA, MESIA, CSPV, and SolarPower Europe, this event will drive investment, innovation, and the region's energy transition through solar, wind, and green technologies.

Lewis, Operations Director for Power & Renewables in the Middle East, supports major regional projects and emphasizes the importance of skilled teams for the energy transition. NES Fircroft, a leading workforce solutions provider, promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly encouraging women's participation in the solar industry.