RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE, 18 November 2024: RAK Municipality will conduct the second edition of the RAK Energy Summit on November 27 and 28 at Al Hamra International Exhibition and Conference Center, in Ras Al Khaimah. Making the announcement through a Press Release, RAK Municipality, the organisers, said the event will bring together regional decision-makers to discuss the energy transition and decarbonisation in the GCC region.

According to RAK Municipality, the conference is being organised under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah. The conference will run under the theme, “Create and Contribute to the Sustainable Energy Goals of the Future”. It is supported by Etihad Water & Electricity (EtihadWE) as lead partner, by the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and 15 local government entities in Ras Al Khaimah.

“We are thrilled to present an exceptional lineup of speakers, who will discuss progress in energy transition, climate change mitigation and the private sector’s pivotal role in these efforts. The summit will also explore topics such as smart technology and AI, future energy transport, energy storage and other critical issues shaping our industry.”

H.E. Munther Mohammed bin Shekar, Director General, Ras Al Khaimah Municipality, said: “We are excited to welcome everyone to the second edition of RAK Energy Summit. Building on the momentum of COP28 and against the backdrop of COP29, this summit underscores the urgency of addressing critical energy issues as we advance towards a transformative shift in our energy systems. RAK Energy Summit is one of our key initiatives to support the energy transition dialogue in the region, and our goal is to inspire collaborations among international thought leaders and decision-makers, ensuring that Ras Al Khaimah, the UAE, and the wider region remain at the forefront of global sustainable energy developments.

H.E. Engineer Yousif Ahmed Al Ali, CEO, EtihadWE said: “As we convene for the second edition of the RAK Energy Summit, Etihad Water and Electricity remains deeply committed to spearheading the energy transition in the UAE and the broader GCC region. Our role as the lead partner for this summit not only reflects our ongoing dedication to sustainable energy but also amplifies our strategic initiatives in achieving significant advancements in decarbonisation and energy efficiency. This year, as we align with the summit’s theme of ‘Create and Contribute to the Sustainable Energy Goals of the Future’, we are excited to showcase our innovative projects and partnerships that set new standards in the energy and water sectors, including advancements in smart and AI technologies. We look forward to fruitful discussions that drive actionable insights and foster collaborations for a sustainable future.”

The two-day event will feature presentations, dynamic panel discussions, fireside chats and interactive Q&A sessions, covering critical energy sector topics, such as policy, strategy, emerging technologies and real-world applications, RAK Municipality said. A diverse lineup of representatives from both public and private sectors will participate, including Siemens Middle East, EDF Middle East, RAK Transport Authority (RAKTA), Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, RAK Ceramics, Etihad Water and Electricity (EtihadWE), International Energy Agency (IEA), GCC Interconnection Authority, EPFL, the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), RAK Petroleum Authority, Al Hamra Real Estate Development, Arup, Thyssenkrupp and Tabreed, among many other high-profile organisations, RAK Municipality added.