Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, 20 October 2024 – Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Saud bin Nayef, the Gulf Cooperation Council Interconnection Authority (GCCIA) will host the forum “Powering the Future Toward Net Zero” on October 27-28 at the Kempinski Al Othman Hotel.
This event, organized with EPRI, GO15, and Med-TSO, aims to address current challenges and opportunities in the energy transition. The forum will serve as a significant platform for discussions on technology, market development, regional interconnections, storage solutions, and resource adequacy to achieve a net-zero grid.
GCCIA’s Role
GCCIA is crucial in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of power supply across Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. By interconnecting power grids, GCCIA enables seamless electricity trade, promotes economic benefits, and enhances grid stability, positioning the GCC at the forefront of the energy transition.
CEO’s Commitment
Eng. Ahmed Al Ebrahim, CEO of GCCIA, emphasized their commitment to fostering energy collaboration. He stated, “This forum is a vital opportunity to unite global thought leaders in shaping tomorrow’s energy strategies.”
EPRI’s Involvement
The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) will play a key role at the event. Dr. Arshad Mansoor, President and CEO of EPRI, will deliver a keynote address focused on strategic collaboration and achieving net-zero goals.
EPRI will lead several sessions, covering technical pillars necessary for the energy transition and providing insights into grid optimization for a resilient and affordable future.
Diverse Discussions
Attendees can expect sessions on grid planning, market reforms, and artificial intelligence’s role in grid operations. Distinguished speakers from the GCC, North America, Europe, and Asia will share their perspectives on these critical topics.
Notable speakers include Manu Asthana, CEO of PJM (USA), and senior VPs from KPX (South Korea), RTE (France), and Terna (Italy), emphasizing the collaborative nature of the forum.
Advancing Shared Goals
The forum aims to advance energy transition and net-zero commitments, building on COP28 outcomes and fostering collaboration to secure a cleaner future.
