• H.E. Lucie Berger, Ambassador, European Union Delegation to the United Arab Emirates 

• Mr. Adrian Steiner, International Relations Officer for the Gulf region, Energy Department of the European Commission (online)
  Presentation: The EU’s objectives and practice for energy efficiency

• Dr. Ahmed Mesallam, Projects Manager, Undersecretary for Energy & Petroleum Affairs Office, Ministry of Investment & Infrastructure, UAE
  Presentation: The Global Energy Efficiency Alliance Initiative

  Followed by a fire-side chat moderated by Mr. Spyros Kouvelis, Team Leader, EU-GCC Cooperation on Green Transition Project

This session will focus on practical opportunities for EU and UAE businesses in energy efficiency. Discussions will cover smart energy solutions, demand-side management, retrofitting strategies, and technology-driven efficiencies. UAE business representatives, alongside EU industry leaders, will explore potential public-private partnerships, investment opportunities, and collaborative initiatives. Case studies of successful EU-UAE partnerships will be showcased to highlight key takeaways for future projects.

Speakers:

• Mr. Saeed Almurooshid, Specialist, Policies & Investment Legislation, INVEST UAE

• Mr. Helmut von Struve, CEO, Siemens Middle East 

• Mr. Antonio Di Cecca, COO, Tabreed 

• Mr. Toufik Khitous, Business Development Manager, Wärtsilä Energy Business Middle East 
• Mr. Steve Lemoine, CEO, Dalkia Middle East, EDF Group

Moderator: Mr. Omar Al Mutawa, Prime Minister's Office - UAE

• Mr Spyros Kouvelis, Team Leader, EU-GCC Cooperation on Green Transition Project