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(4, 1, 'Hydrocarbons depletion inescapable reality, al-Attiyah says', '2017-02-18', '00:00:03', 'Hydrocarbons are a depleting resource and this is an &quot;inescapable&quot; reality, said HE Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Industry.\r\n', '2017-07-07 16:18:38', 1, 'Hydrocarbons are a depleting resource and this is an &quot;inescapable&quot; reality, said HE Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah'),
(5, 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation, ICP sign agreement for cooperation', '2017-02-22', '00:00:03', 'The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development has signed an agreement with International Cooperation Platform to cooperate in research in the field of energy and sustainable development. Under the agreement, the Doha-based Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and the Istanbul-based International Cooperation Platform would be partners for the forthcoming energy panels of Bosphorus Summit later this year. ', '2017-07-07 16:20:07', 1, 'The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development has signed an agreement with International Cooperation Platform to cooperate in research'),
(6, 1, 'Global experts on selection panel for 5th Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah energy awards', '2017-04-19', '00:00:03', 'The director-general of the International Renewable Energy Agency Adnan Z Amin and the former executive director of the International Energy Agency Claude Mandil will lead the selection committee for the 5th anniversary commemoration of The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement.', '2017-07-07 16:34:35', 1, 'The director-general of the International Renewable Energy Agency Adnan Z Amin and the former executive director of the International Energy Agency'),
(7, 1, 'Committee formed for 2017 Al-Attiyah energy awards', '2017-04-19', '00:00:03', 'The director general of International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Adnan Z Amin and the former executive director of International Energy Agency (IEA) Claude Mandil will lead the International Selection Committee for the fifth anniversary commemoration of the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement.', '2017-07-07 16:36:09', 1, 'The director general of International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Adnan Z Amin and the former executive director of International Energy Agency (IEA)'),
(8, 1, 'Shale oil a form of non-Opec competition, says al-Attiyah', '2017-04-22', '00:00:03', '<p>Shale oil is &#39;a form of non-Opec competition just as any other non-Opec oil producer is&#39;, said HE Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah, former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy and Industry.</p>\r\n', '2017-07-07 16:37:02', 1, 'Shale oil is a form of non-Opec competition just as any other non-Opec oil producer is, said HE Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah,'),
(9, 1, 'QU annual research forum and exhibition concludes', '2017-05-04', '00:00:03', 'HE the Minister of Justice Dr Hassan Lahdan Saqr al-Mohannadi honoured the concluding day of Qatar University (QU) Annual Research Forum and Exhibition yesterday at QU Research Complex. ', '2017-07-07 16:37:48', 1, 'HE the Minister of Justice Dr Hassan Lahdan Saqr al-Mohannadi honoured the concluding day of Qatar University (QU) Annual Research Forum'),
(10, 1, 'Saudi Arabia\'s Ex Oil Minister looks to tackle world\'s energy problems', '2017-05-06', '00:00:03', '<p>Ali al-Naimi, the former oil minister of Saudi Arabia, has announced the establishment of a new energy forum called the Energy Elders Forum, in an effort to promote renewable energy as a solution to the world&#39;s energy problems.</p>\r\n', '2017-07-07 16:39:02', 1, 'Ali al-Naimi, the former oil minister of Saudi Arabia, has announced the establishment of a new energy forum called the Energy Elders Forum,'),
(11, 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation to host Energy Elders Forum, distinguished individuals in Doha', '2017-05-07', '00:00:03', 'The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development will be organising two key events in Doha today and tomorrow with the participation of global personalities in the energy industry.', '2017-07-07 16:39:59', 1, 'The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development will be organising two key events in Doha'),
(12, 1, 'Al-Kaabi, Van Hulst among winners of Al-Attiyah energy awards 2017', '2017-05-08', '00:00:03', 'Qatar Petroleum CEO & president Saad al-Kaabi   and   the   former   secretary general of the International Energy Forum, No? Van Hulst were among the dis-tinguished  individuals  recognised last night at the commemorative  5th  anniversary', '2017-07-07 16:42:27', 1, 'Qatar Petroleum CEO & president Saad al-Kaabi   and   the   former   secretary general of the International Energy Forum,'),
(13, 1, 'Mideast energy use set to jump by 49% by \'35: Al-Attiyah Foundation', '2017-05-09', '00:00:03', 'Energy consumption in the Middle East is expected to climb by 49% by 2035, a research note by The Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development has shown.', '2017-07-07 16:43:36', 1, 'Energy consumption in the Middle East is expected to climb by 49% by 2035,'),
(14, 1, 'Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards', '2017-05-09', '00:00:03', '<p>Glimpses from the commemorative 5th anniversary of the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for lifetime achievement, where distinguished individuals were recognised last night. The Energy Awards are given annually to individuals for their lifetime achievement in the advancement of the global energy industry in seven categories.</p>\r\n', '2017-07-07 16:44:41', 1, 'Glimpses from the commemorative 5th anniversary of the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for lifetime achievement,'),
(15, 1, 'QP chief Al Kaabi honoured for career achievements', '2017-05-09', '00:00:03', 'Qatar Petroleum CEO and President Saad Al-Kaabi and the former Secretary General of the international Energy Forum Noe Van Hulst led a group of distinguished individuals who were recognised yesterday at the commemorative 5th anniversary of Abdullah Bin Hamad Al Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement.\r\n', '2017-07-07 16:46:07', 1, 'Qatar Petroleum CEO and President Saad Al-Kaabi and the former Secretary General of the international Energy Forum Noe Van Hulst led a group of distinguished individuals who were recognised yesterday at the commemorative 5th anniversary'),
(16, 1, 'Investment in renewable power and energyefficiency may boost world economy by $19tn by 2050: Al-Attiyah', '2017-05-10', '00:00:03', 'By Pratap JohnChief Business ReporterInvestment in renewable power and energy efficiency  could add about 0.8% to global GDP by 2050, boosting the world economy by $19tn, said HE Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah, citing an International Renewable Energy Agency report. ?The Paris Agreement (on climate change) signals that real transformation of the energy sector is the will and undertaking of all world governments,? al-Attiyah said in the Energy Elders  Outlook 2020+? report.', '2017-07-07 16:47:13', 1, 'By Pratap JohnChief Business ReporterInvestment in renewable power and energy efficiency  could add about 0.8% to global GDP by 2050,'),
(17, 1, 'Doha gathers energy experts to discuss the future of the sector', '2017-05-10', '00:00:03', 'The first inaugural session of the Forum of Energy Sages was held yesterday in Doha for discussion and consultation on a number of common challenges facing the energy sector globally, and to 2020. A set of recommendations has been made, which can transform the expected obstacles into real growth opportunities.\r\n', '2017-07-07 16:48:12', 1, 'The first inaugural session of the Forum of Energy Sages was held yesterday in Doha for discussion and consultation on a number of common challenges facing the energy sector globally, and to 2020.'),
(18, 1, 'ABHAIF & National Council on US Arab Relations ink MoU ', '2017-05-27', '00:00:03', 'Aimed at enchancing global awareness about the Arab world, the Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah International Foundation Forn Energy And Sustainable Development (ABHAIF) signed and MoU with the National Council on US Arab Relations, recently. The agreement eyes cooperation between two parties in the fields of development, boosting cooperation in various sectors of common concerns, exchanging information and experiences to continue cooperation and coordination.\r\n', '2017-07-07 16:49:06', 1, 'Aimed at enchancing global awareness about the Arab world, the Abdullah bin Hamad Al Attiyah International Foundation Forn Energy And Sustainable Development '),
(21, 1, 'Al-Attiyah attends World Petroleum Congress in Turkey', '2017-07-11', '9 : 17 AM', 'HE the Former Minister of Energy and Industry and President of Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development, Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah, with US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, during the five-day 22nd World Petroleum Congress being held in Istanbul, Turkey, (July 9 &ndash; 13).&nbsp;&nbsp;\r\n', '2017-09-17 12:05:21', 1, 'HE the Former Minister of Energy and Industry and President of Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development'),
(23, 1, 'Al-ATTIAH FOUNDATION HOLDS CEO ROUNDTABLE ON GLOBAL CLIMATE ACTION', '2017-09-13', '9 : 14 AM', 'The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development hosted its &lsquo;Quarterly CEO Roundtable&rsquo; at the Four Seasons Doha.<br /><br />\r\n\r\nThe backdrop for the &lsquo;CEO Roundtable&rsquo; dialogue was the increasing top-down/bottom-up climate action being witnessed globally.\r\n', '2017-09-21 16:29:09', 1, 'The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development hosted its &lsquo;Quarterly CEO Roundtable'),
(24, 1, 'Climate Change a Stormy topic at the UN General Assembly', '2017-10-10', '', 'The Hurricane season has only just commenced in the Northern Hemisphere. However, the American coast has already endured battering&rsquo;s from Hurricane Harvey, which devastated Texas, and Hurricane Irma which came soon on its heels wreaking havoc down the coastal areas of the United States after passing through the Caribbean. ', '2017-10-15 10:33:36', 1, 'The Hurricane season has only just commenced in the Northern Hemisphere.'),
(26, 1, 'H.E. Al-Attiyah shares his insights on how Qatar has adapted to the new competitive gas landscape', '2017-11-22', '8 : 49 AM', 'H.E. Al-Attiyah connects with world-renowned experts, including President Obama&rsquo;s former advisor, Jason Bordoff and the Chairman of Tellurian Inc., at a closed-door roundtable meeting.&nbsp; Hosting the event was The Centre for Global Energy Policy (CGEP), the research center within the School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) at Columbia University, New York, on 16 November 2017.\r\n', '2017-11-22 11:25:14', 1, 'H.E. Al-Attiyah connects with world-renowned experts, including President Obama&rsquo;s former advisor'),
(27, 1, 'A Path to Achieving U.N Sustainable Development Goals', '2017-11-23', '9 : 33 AM', 'The seventeen Sustainable Development Goals, put forward by the UN, invite us to follow a road less taken. Balance, harmony and decency. We take a look at what is required from nations and industry to meet these ambitious goals set by the UN, the progress, strategies and targets.\r\n', '2017-11-23 12:03:48', 1, 'The seventeen Sustainable Development Goals, put forward by the UN, invite us to follow a road less taken. Balance, harmony and decency. We take a look at what is required '),
(50, 2, 'أهداف الأمم المتحدة بتحقيق الطاقة المستدامة عبر رؤية قطر', '2017-12-20', '12 : 21 PM', 'إن أهداف التنمية المستدامة السبع عشرة، التي طرحتها الأمم المتحدة، تدعونا إلى اتباع طريق أقصر وأكثر إنسجاما وتوازن. ونحن نلقي نظرة على ما هو مطلوب من الدول والصناعة لتلبية هذه الأهداف الطموحة التي وضعتها الأمم المتحدة، من تقدم واستراتيجيات واهداف.\r\n', '2017-12-20 15:03:21', 1, ''),
(51, 1, 'Benchmark oil futures prices finish strongly in 2017', '2017-12-28', '12 : 18 PM', 'Benchmark oil futures prices are finishing strongly the year 2017 with price levels not seen since June 2015. The Brent gained weekly more than 3% while the WTI increased by almost 2%. The bullish factors included the continuous outage at the Forties pipeline, the OPEC+ deal extension, announcements about potential exit strategy after the OPEC+ deal expiry, U.S. crude oil stocks fall combined to a balanced U.S. oil supply system. The bearish factors consisted mainly in the sustained increase in U.S. crude production and an expected restart of the Forties pipeline in early January 2018.<br /><br />\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nAs we argued in a previous report that the oil market needs to know the exit strategy from the OPEC+ deal, it looks like that different options are now under discussion between the OPEC members and their partners to avoid any hard exit. The options would likely mean that the cuts would be extended and reduced through a tapering process depending of course on the market situation and its corresponding assessement. Additionally, Saudi Arabia and Russia pledged last Friday that any exit from the output cut deal would be gradual (Reuters).\r\n', '2018-01-25 17:54:20', 1, 'Benchmark oil futures prices are finishing strongly the year 2017 with price levels not seen since June 2015. The Brent gained weekly more than 3% while the WTI increased by almost 2%. '),
(52, 1, 'Sir Mark Moody-Stuart, Chairman of the UN Global Compact Foundation,  Led Selection Committee for the 6th  Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards', '2018-04-26', '9 : 14 AM', 'Sir Mark Moody-Stuart, Chairman of the UN Global Compact Foundation and former Chairman of Royal Dutch Shell, led the Selection Committee for the 6th <em>Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards</em> for Lifetime Achievement, and was joined by five other distinguished individuals.\r\n', '2018-04-26 11:54:53', 1, 'Sir Mark Moody-Stuart, Chairman of the UN Global Compact Foundation and former Chairman of Royal Dutch Shell, led the Selection Committee for the 6th'),
(53, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation hosts the 8th Quarterly CEO Roundtable on Water Security', '2018-04-18', '10 : 40 AM', '<p>The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development hosted its 8th Quarterly CEO Roundtable, exploring the priority steps required to ensure availability and sustainable management of water.</p>\r\n', '2018-04-26 13:12:34', 1, 'On 17 April, The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development hosted its 8th Quarterly CEO Roundtable'),
(55, 1, 'Qatargas CEO Sheikh Khalid Bin Khalifa Al-Thani Wins the 2018 Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Award  for the Advancement of the Qatar Energy Industry', '2018-05-07', '9 : 17 PM', 'Sheikh Khalid Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Chief Executive Officer of Qatargas, was selected as the 2018 winner of the Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Award for Lifetime Achievement for the Advancement of the Qatar Energy Industry, which was presented at a gala awards dinner in Doha at the Museum of Islamic Art.\r\n\r\n\r\n', '2018-05-20 11:46:44', 1, 'Sheikh Khalid Bin Khalifa Al-Thani, Chief Executive Officer of Qatargas, was selected as the 2018 winner of the Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy'),
(56, 1, 'QIC Group renews membership with The Abdulla Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation', '2018-11-12', '10 : 30 AM', '<p>Qatar Insurance Group (QIC), Qatar&rsquo;s flagship insurer, and the leading insurer in the MENA region, has renewed its annual membership with The Abdulla Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy &amp; Sustainable Development (Al-Attiyah Foundation), the only independent think tank focused on Energy and Sustainable Development in Qatar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The signing ceremony, which took place at the QIC Headquarters in Doha, was attended by Mr. Ali&nbsp;Saleh&nbsp;Al Fadala, Senior Deputy Group President &amp; CEO of QIC Group, Mr. Abdulla Al Mulla, Group Chief Administrative Officer of QIC Group, Mr. Hamad Rashid Al-Mohannadi, Member of the Board of Trustees, Al-Attiyah Foundation, and Mr. Reda I Ali, Managing Director, Al-Attiyah Foundation.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Senior Deputy Group President &amp; CEO of QIC Group, Mr. Ali Saleh Al Fadala commented, &ldquo;With this participation, we at QIC Group reinforce our promise to uphold global best practices and international standards in the sustainability space.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>He further added, &ldquo;At QIC Group, we have always ensured that the core values of our business and operating principles align with our objectives for CSR. In effect, being socially conscious has allowed us to respond, engage and solve the common concerns of the society, along with the cooperation of our customers, business partners and affiliates.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Mr. Al-Mohannadi, Member of the Board of Trustees at the Al-Attiyah Foundation concluded: &lsquo;&rsquo;We are extremely delighted that QIC Group is renewing their Platinum Membership for the third year.&nbsp; As a market leader in the insurance industry, their contribution to the Foundation is very well valued.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As a leader in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and socially responsible business practices, Qatar Insurance Group has a long-standing commitment as a trusted and ethical partner within the Qatari community, and plays a vital role in the sustainability of Qatar&rsquo;s social fabric. Through this distinctive collaboration, QIC Group renews its commitment to seek solutions for achieving sustainability.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Today, CSR is considered an integral pillar for any organization wishing to achieve sustainable development; not only within the business itself, but also within the society it operates in. &nbsp;In fact, QIC Group firmly believes that engaging with the society through various CSR initiatives is a two-way process delivering business and societal benefits by creating strong relationships and helping to build trust. &nbsp;Partnering with the Al-Attiyah Foundation for the third consecutive year, QIC Group will continue the company&rsquo;s dedication to its CSR initiatives to fulfil its goals for achieving sustainability.</p>\r\n', '2018-11-13 12:20:52', 1, 'Qatar Insurance Group (QIC), Qatar’s flagship insurer, and the leading insurer in the MENA region, has renewed its annual membership with The Abdulla Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy & Sustainable Development (Al-Attiyah Foundation), the only independent think tank focused on Energy and Sustainable Development in Qatar.'),
(57, 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation Launches \'CSR Best Practice\' Handbook', '2018-10-28', '10 : 00 AM', '<p>The Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development launched its book titled &ldquo;Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Best Practice Guidelines&rdquo; at the Qatar Green Building&rsquo;s Conference in Doha Sunday.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>HE Abdullah bin Hamad al-Attiyah, who was unable to be present, said, &lsquo;&rsquo;Companies today are recognising how being a socially responsible organization can have a positive impact on their bottom line. The aim of this handbook is to serve as a guide and useful reference tool for governments, industry and anyone involved in implementing impactful CSR programmes. I am pleased to see some of our members&rsquo; CSR Case-Studies, appearing in the book too.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nQatargas chief executive officer Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa al-Thani said, &ldquo;Qatargas supports the work of the Al-Attiyah Foundation and is pleased to submit a case-study about our Jetty Boil-Off Gas (JBOG) Recovery Facility. This $1bn facility is entirely environmentally driven and one of the largest of its kind in the world. The energy saved from this initiative every year is sufficient to power approximately 300,000 homes and to reduce emissions by 1.6mn tonnes of CO2 equivalent.&rsquo;&rsquo;<br />\r\nThe book looks at how current approaches to sustainable development are influencing CSR practices.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nBuilding upon the Foundation&rsquo;s 2017 publication on Sustainable Development Goals and Energy Nexus, it examines key international standards, guidelines and principles, related to CSR that have emerged through UN or other multilateral processes, or established by industry or business associations.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThe book also explores different CSR Initiatives through the lens of four main characteristics: whether or not it&rsquo;s aligned with government developmental agendas; if it is integrated as part of a company&rsquo;s core business; if it addresses social needs and if it has a positive impact on the environment.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nLocal and international companies such as Qatargas, Qatar Airways, Qatar Shell, ConocoPhillips, ExxonMobil, and Sasol, based in Qatar, contributed to the book by providing case-studies of their recent CSR programmes.&nbsp;They provide a useful insight into the impact and sometimes, global replicability, of such initiatives.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Download a copy of the book <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/publications/Al%20Attiyah-Book-A4-Spread.pdf\">here</a>.</p>\r\n', '2018-11-13 15:28:14', 1, 'The Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development launched its book titled “Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Best Practice Guidelines” at the Qatar Green Building’s Conference in Doha Sunday. '),
(58, 1, 'SASOL RENEWS AL ATTIYAH FOUNDATION MEMBERSHIP', '2018-12-03', '8 : 30 AM', '<p>Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, yesterday announced the renewal of its membership of the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The renewal is part of Sasol&rsquo;s international efforts to support sustainable development. It cements the strong relations and long-standing partnership between the two organisations as they look towards a sustainable future.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In line with the vision of the Foundation&rsquo;s Chairman, Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, the Foundation&rsquo;s ongoing relationship with Sasol helps to contribute to a greater understanding of energy sustainability and energy markets. The Al-Attiyah Foundation is the leading independent energy and sustainable development think tank in Qatar and has become highly respected by energy leaders both internationally and in Qatar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Dr. Ibrahim Ibrahim, the Vice Chairman of Al-Attiyah Foundation commented: &ldquo;We thank Sasol for its continued support for energy sustainability and its involvement in the Qatari and global community. We look forward to a continued partnership as we endeavor to provide knowledge and insights into global energy and sustainable development issues for the benefit of members and the society at large.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>For his part, Maurice Radebe, Executive Vice President at Sasol said: &ldquo;Abdullah Bin Hamad Al Attiyah&rsquo;s achievements in the area of international energy and sustainable development extends for more than 40 years. Sasol is proud to carry on this legacy and to contribute to the development of the society and the world energy sector. We thank Al Attiyah Foundation and look forward to further cooperation in the future.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As an international integrated chemicals and energy company and a partner with Qatar Petroleum in the ORYX GTL Venture, Sasol turns special attention to the energy and sustainable development sector in Qatar and the world.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Sasol has also worked with Al-Attiyah Foundation to offer oil and gas companies in Qatar a training workshop on accessibility awareness and accessibility auditing through the use of the auditing smartphone application launched by its initiative Accessible Qatar (AQ). The training helps participants understand international accessibility standards, key accessibility factors that should be addressed when carrying out an accessibility audit, potential challenges the disabled might face and the technical aspects of the audit.&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2018-12-31 10:44:39', 1, 'Sasol, the international integrated chemicals and energy company, yesterday announced the renewal of its membership of the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development.   The renewal is part of Sasol’s international efforts to support sustainable development. It cements the strong relations and long-standing partnership between the two organisations as they look towards a sustainable future.'),
(59, 1, 'The latest Al-Attiyah Foundation Research Explores how Gas, Coal and  Nuclear Power compete for Global Electricity Generation', '2019-02-04', '8 : 38 AM', '<p><em>January 2019</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>For large-scale dispatchable electricity generation, coal and nuclear are the main global contenders with gas (due to constraints on hydropower).&nbsp; So, which energy source will triumph? asked the&nbsp;<strong>Al-Attiyah Foundation</strong>&nbsp;in their latest energy research report.<em>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Each of these energy sources has strengths and weaknesses regarding costs, safety, public acceptability, greenhouse gas emissions and other important criteria.&nbsp;&nbsp; With standard forecasts to 2040 suggesting the stagnation or decline of coal, and only slow expansion of nuclear, gas appears well-placed to come out ahead.&nbsp; But this picture varies significantly by geography.&nbsp; In addition, technological advances could bring coal and/or nuclear forward.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The typical predictions for the global power sector see gas growing strongly, nuclear slowly and coal flat-lining or shrinking.&nbsp; Scenarios of strong climate action do not help nuclear much, are negative for coal and somewhat negative for gas.&nbsp; A strong nuclear revival is likely to be dependent on the deployment of new reactor designs; continuing major coal growth would require large-scale, low cost carbon capture and storage (CCS).&nbsp;&nbsp; Neither of these possibilities can be ruled out, but they do not appear very likely.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>So, what are the implications for leading gas exporters such as Qatar?&nbsp;</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Gas has the opportunity to gain significant market share from ageing coal and nuclear plants if relatively inexpensive.</li>\r\n	<li>Conversely, if gas is priced expensively, it will encourage countries such as China and India to develop and deploy nuclear and cleaner coal.</li>\r\n	<li>The emergence of low-cost CCS still probably favours gas more than coal, though it would boost both over nuclear.</li>\r\n	<li>Leading gas exporters should monitor technological progress on coal CCS and on advanced nuclear, and keep an eye on the regulatory landscape and public opinion concerning nuclear in key growth markets.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Overall, the negative outlook for coal and nuclear is quite favorable for gas.&nbsp; Major gas exporters like Qatar can and should gain market share as old coal and nuclear plants in North America and Europe are closed down.&nbsp; At the same time, coal is set to stagnate in the main emerging Asian economies, and nuclear to grow, but not dramatically.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>However, this line of development does rely on gas being perceived as a secure, relatively affordable and accessible fuel.&nbsp; If gas is price expensively, China, India and other major Asian states will rely more on coal, and are likely to deploy more nuclear power too.&nbsp; To avoid major surprises, leading gas exporters should monitor the technological, regulatory and public opinion landscape for advanced nuclear and coal CCS in the key markets:&nbsp; North America, Europe, China, Russia and India.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The full report can be downloaded from the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s website&nbsp;<u><a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org/insights/energy\">www.abhafoundation.org/insights/energy</a></u>.&nbsp;The Foundation is committed to provide expert analysis and up-to-date insights on serious global, regional and country-specific challenges and opportunities on energy and sustainable development themes.&nbsp; The themes are explored through its publications including the Weekly Energy News, Monthly Sustainability Digest and the Energy Research Series.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The best global experts are also invited to share their opinions with members and partners during Foundation&rsquo;s quarterly CEO Round-table Series and bespoke events.&nbsp;&nbsp; The outputs are used to educate and influence change.</p>\r\n', '2019-02-05 11:14:43', 1, 'For large-scale dispatchable electricity generation, coal and nuclear are the main global contenders with gas (due to constraints on hydropower).  So, which energy source will triumph? asked the Al-Attiyah Foundation in their latest energy research report.   '),
(60, 1, 'Qatar Shell and the Al-Attiyah Foundation  Celebrate a Long-Standing Partnership', '2019-03-27', '8 : 00 AM', '<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Qatar Shell and the Al-Attiyah Foundation took a moment to celebrate their long-standing partnership.&nbsp; For over five years, Qatar Shell has supported the Foundation&rsquo;s work as an independent, non-profit think tank focused on energy and sustainable development.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&ldquo;<em>I would like to pass on my sincere appreciation to Qatar Shell for their continued support as our partner.&nbsp; Once again, Qatar Shell is sponsoring the annual Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards, which recognises individuals for their Lifetime of Achievements in the energy industry.&nbsp; We look forward to our continued collaboration.&rdquo; </em>said H.E. Ibrahim Ibrahim, Vice Chairman, Al-Attiyah Foundation.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Andrew Faulkner, Managing Director and Chairman, Qatar Shell, said: <em>&ldquo;I was honored to mark this occasion with the Foundation&rsquo;s Vice Chairman, His Excellency Ibrahim Ibrahim.&nbsp;&nbsp; As an independent organisation in Qatar focused on providing expert opinion and informed debate on energy and sustainable development themes, the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s work has great value for the industry</em>.&rdquo;</p>\r\n', '2019-04-08 11:20:01', 1, ' For over five years, Qatar Shell has supported the Foundation’s work as an independent, non-profit think tank focused on energy and sustainable development.   '),
(61, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation participates in Qeeri Energy-Efficiency and Sustainable Development Workshop at Hamad Bin Khalifa University.', '2019-03-26', '', '<p>Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (Qeeri), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU), recently organised an &lsquo;Energy-Efficiency and Sustainable Development&rsquo; workshop to determine the requirements of national stakeholders that will assist in customising the energy efficiency and sustainable development research carried out at Qeeri&rsquo;s Energy Centre.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nKey stakeholders were present, including representatives from the Ministry of Municipality and Environment (MME), Kahramaa, Ashghal, Qatar Cool, Qatar Green Building Council, Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development, Baladna, Gas Exporting Countries Forum and Al Emadi Solar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nEnergy-efficiency and sustainability were the main themes of the discussions, including operation excellence in oil and gas processes; urbanisation and the built environment; transportation systems; integrated energy system and cooling; and food-water-energy sustainability.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nDr Mohammed bin Saif al-Kuwari, assistant undersecretary and director, Environmental and Municipal Studies Institute at the MME, highlighted the importance of the workshop in building a platform to bring together the various stakeholders from the energy sector.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\n&ldquo;It has been extremely productive to have everyone in the same room, working on the same concerns, and learning how they can contribute towards achieving solutions that will benefit Qatar. We all have to bring our own particular expertise and commitment, and work collaboratively to be the most impactful,&rdquo; said al-Kuwari.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThe information gathered during the workshop will be utilised by Qeeri to ensure that its research work on energy, water, and environmental challenges, carried out in close collaboration with its national stakeholders, has a direct and positive impact in line with the Qatar National Vision 2030.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nDr Veronica Bermudez, senior research director at Qeeri&rsquo;s Energy Centre, said, &ldquo;Our institute is currently undergoing a transformation towards a more market-driven approach to research. We aim to merge research and market needs by building new programmes. It is extremely important for us to work closely with our partners in Qatar to ensure that all our resources are being used in the best manner to achieve our shared objectives.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\n&nbsp;&ldquo;At its core, the purpose of all research conducted across QF is towards addressing critical national priorities, as well as accelerating economic development and diversification. In this regard, it is imperative for us and for the stakeholders with whom we work closely, to develop a strong mutual understanding of the needs, to efficiently leverage our joint capabilities, and to develop and deliver innovative and impactful solutions,&rdquo; Dr Richard O&rsquo;Kennedy, Qatar Foundation vice president for Research, Development and Innovation and vice president for research at HBKU added.<br />\r\nQeeri&rsquo;s Energy Centre focuses on research across several programmes, including Catalysis and Process Technology; Energy Management; Energy Storage; Energy Efficiency; Energy Conversation; and Disruptive Technologies.</p>\r\n', '2019-04-08 11:30:18', 1, 'Directors from the Al-Attiyah Foundation joined representatives from the MME, Kahramaa, Ashghal, Qatar Cool, QGBC, Baladna, Gas Exporting Countries Forum and Al Emadi Solar to participate in an Energy Workshop run by Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (Qeeri), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU).'),
(62, 1, 'Lee Raymond Leads Selection Panel for 2019 Al-Attiyah Foundation Energy Awards', '2019-04-15', '7 : 00 AM', '<p>The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development has constituted a global selection committee, led by Lee Raymond, former chairman and chief executive of ExxonMobil Corporation, for this year&rsquo;s Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThis year&rsquo;s committee also includes Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa al-Thani, chief executive of Qatargas; Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo, secretary general, Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, World Energy Council; Maria van der Hoeven, former executive director International Energy Agency; and Mustapha Bakkoury, president at Masen (Moroccan Agency for Solar Energy).</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nA group of renowned figures are invited annually to join the selection committee to independently evaluate the nominees based on impact, innovation, long-term vision and leadership.<br />\r\nThe 2019 winners will be presented their awards at a gala dinner event held at the Sheraton Doha on May 1, sponsored by Qatar Petroleum, North Oil Company, ExxonMobil, Shell, Qatar Airways, Total and Dolphin Energy.<br />\r\nThe Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards are given annually to individuals for their lifetime achievements in the advancement of the global energy industry in seven categories.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThe lifetime achievement awards are for advancement of the Qatar Energy Industry, advancement of GECF, advancement of Education for Future Energy Leaders, advancement of Producer-Consumer Dialogue, advancement of International Energy Journalism, advancement of Renewable Energy, and advancement of International Energy Policy and Diplomacy.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThe nominees are voted on by an international selection committee who choose candidates for an outstanding record of accomplishment in their sector over the whole of a career; men and women who have made an exceptional impact on the energy industry with distinct personal achievements for a consistent and prolonged period of engagement.</p>\r\n', '2019-04-15 10:19:44', 1, 'This year’s committee also includes Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa al-Thani, chief executive of Qatargas; Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo, secretary general, Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, World Energy Council; Maria van der Hoeven, former executive director International Energy Agency; and Mustapha Bakkoury, president at Masen (Moroccan Agency for Solar Energy).'),
(63, 1, 'Sinopec Group Former Chairman, Fu Chengyu,  to be Recognized with 2019 Honorary Lifetime Achievement Award  by the Al-Attiyah Foundation', '2019-04-23', '9 : 30 AM', '<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Mr. Fu Chengyu, the former Chairman of Sinopec Group, ranked third in the Fortune 500, is this year&rsquo;s recipient of <em>The Honorary Lifetime Achievement Award for the Advancement of </em><em>International Energy Policy and Diplomacy, </em>presented by H.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation (a non-profit organisation).</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>During his four years at the helm of Sinopec, Mr. Chengyu vigorously reformed the company to prominence on the international stage, increasing its market capitalisation by $30 billion and positioning Sinopec third place in the Fortune 500. &nbsp;&nbsp;As former Chairman and CEO of China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), Mr. Fu Chengyu was instrumental in transforming the company, increasing its market capital from $8 billion to $12 billion and in 2005, initiating CNOOC&rsquo;s $18.5 billion acquisition of US Unocal, turning a new page of overseas acquisitions by Chinese firms.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><em>&ldquo;Mr. Fu Chengyu has made an outstanding contribution to the industry over the course of his career, and is truly one of the most influential business leaders in China.&nbsp; I look forward to honoring his work and Lifetime Achievement at our award ceremony on 1 May.</em>&rdquo; said H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In accepting his invitation to come to Qatar to receive the honorary award, Mr. Chengyu said: <em>&ldquo;I am grateful and humbled to have been nominated to receive the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s International Energy Award for Lifetime Achievement. I look forward to the evening.&rdquo;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The Al-Attiyah Foundation bestows one Honorary Award each year to an outstanding global energy leader for their exceptional impact on the energy industry with distinct personal achievements for a consistent and prolonged period. &nbsp;The 2019 accolade will be presented to Mr. Fu Chengyu at the seventh edition of the Awards, to be held at the Sheraton Hotel, Doha, on 1st May.&nbsp; The evening is attended by an exceptionally prestigious list of over 300 past and present leaders from industry, academia and government.&nbsp; In addition, many of the Foundation&rsquo;s international award-winning alumni will be present. &nbsp;&nbsp;The Awards this year are supported by Qatar Petroleum, ExxonMobil, Shell, North Oil Company, Dolphin Energy, Qatar Airways and Total.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Previous beneficiaries of the Honorary Award include Lee Raymond, former Chairman and CEO of ExxonMobil; Sir Mark Moody-Stuart, former Chairman of Shell, and Chairman of the UN Global Compact Foundation; H.E. Ali Al-Naimi, Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s former Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources and Christophe de Margerie, the late CEO of Total.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Award<em> </em>is the foremost global honor to recognise individuals for their&nbsp;Lifetime Achievement in the advancement of the energy sector. &nbsp;There are a further six awards given each year to recognise individuals for their Lifetime of Achievement for: &nbsp;the advancement of the Qatar Energy Industry; Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF); Producer-Consumer Dialogue; Education for Future Energy Leaders; Renewable Energy and International Energy Journalism. The nominees are reviewed and voted on by an International Selection Committee and evaluated for their Impact, Innovation, Long-term Vision and Leadership.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Since its inception, the Al-Attiyah Foundation is committed to provide expert analysis and up-to-date insights on serious global, regional and country-specific challenges and opportunities on energy and sustainable development themes.&nbsp;&nbsp; The themes are explored through publications including the Weekly Energy News, Monthly Sustainability Digest and the Energy Research Series.&nbsp; Every quarter, the Foundation invites the best global experts to Qatar to share their insights with members and partners during the CEO Roundtable Series.&nbsp; The outputs of the Roundtable are used to educate and support society as it transitions towards a sustainable energy future.</p>\r\n', '2019-04-23 12:01:18', 1, 'Fu Chengyu to Receive the 2019 Honorary Lifetime Achievement Award for the Advancement of International Energy Policy & Diplomacy in Doha on 1 May'),
(64, 1, 'Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Award for Lifetime Achievement 2019', '2019-05-02', '10 : 42 AM', '<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>H.E. Abdulaziz Bin Ahmed Al-Malki, </strong><strong>Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Italy, wins the 2019 </strong><strong>Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Award for </strong><strong>the Advancement of the Qatar Energy Industry</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>H.E. Abdulaziz Bin Ahmed Al-Malki, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Italy, was selected as the 2019 winner of the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Award for Lifetime Achievement for the Advancement of the Qatar Energy Industry, presented at a Gala Awards dinner in Doha today. &nbsp;&nbsp;Each year the award ceremony is attended by the industry&rsquo;s visionaries and stakeholders both from Qatar and beyond.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>H.E. Al Malki was one of seven distinguished individuals recognized for exemplary careers in the energy industry, which included H.E. Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al Rumhy, Minister of Oil &amp; Gas of the Sultanate of Oman, who was awarded for the <em>Advancement of Producer-Consumer Dialogue</em>, and Dr. Zhengrong Shi,<strong> </strong>Founder of Suntech Power,&nbsp;selected for the <em>Advancement of</em> <em>Renewable Energy. </em>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>&nbsp;&ldquo;I am honored to receive the award&nbsp;for the Advancement of Qatar&#39;s Energy Industry and to celebrate the occasion with H.E. Al-Attiyah himself. It is with deep gratitude that I accept this accolade from a gentleman whom I admire tremendously and who has played a pivotal role in my professional career,&nbsp;</em>&rdquo; said H.E. Al-Malki.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Foundation&rsquo;s annual Honorary Award for <em>Advancement of International Energy Policy &amp; Diplomacy</em>, was given to Fu Chengyu, Former Chairman of the Sinopec<strong> </strong>Group. Previous winners of this prestigious award have included Lee R. Raymond, former Chairman and CEO of ExxonMobil; Sir Mark Moody-Stuart Chairman, UN Global Compact Foundation &amp; Vice Chairman, UN Global Compact, and former Chairman of Shell, and the late Christophe de Margerie, former Chairman &amp; CEO of Total.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards are the foremost honor to recognize individuals for their Lifetime Achievement in the global energy industry.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The nominees are voted on by an International Selection Committee, a group of renowned figures, who are invited to reward candidates for an outstanding record of accomplishment in their sector and for making an exceptional impact on the industry through distinct personal achievements and engagement. The Nominees are evaluated in four areas: Impact, Innovation, Long-Term Vision and Leadership.</p>\r\n', '2019-05-02 13:31:20', 1, 'H.E. Abdulaziz Bin Ahmed Al-Malki, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Italy, wins the 2019 Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Award for the Advancement of the Qatar Energy Industry');
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(65, 1, 'National Survey on Public Perception on the Reuse of Treated Industrial Water', '2019-04-29', '8 : 30 AM', '<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><em><strong>30th April 2019 </strong></em></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><strong>The Peninsula Newspaper Doha</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">A national survey on public perception on the reuse of treated industrial water was launched during the Annual Research Open Day 2019 of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)&rsquo;s College of Science and Engineering (CSE), yesterday.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The survey will be rolled out soon with the support of the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The event was held in the presence of H E Dr Mohammed bin Saleh Al Sada; Dr Hessa Al Jaber, Member of the Shura Council; Dr Richard O&rsquo;Kennedy, Vice President for Research, Development, and Innovation at Qatar Foundation and HBKU Vice President for Research; Dr Mounir Hamdi of CSE; and others.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&ldquo;It is a very important survey and it supports one of the sustainable development goals to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all by 2030,&rdquo; said Dr Jhon Kilani, Director, Sustainable Development and Programmes, who was joined by Howard Bevan, Director Energy Affairs &nbsp;at Abdullah Bin Hamad Al Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&ldquo;Based on the outcome of the survey, hopefully, we identify some areas of awareness and policy development,&rdquo; they told&nbsp;<em>The Peninsula</em>.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The survey will be conducted in two phases. Initially, data will be collected and then in the second phase, it will be analyzed. It will be conducted by PHD students at HBKU&rsquo;s CSE with the help of the Ministry of Development Planning and Statistics.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">CSE&rsquo;s Annual Research Open Day aimed to nurture scientific research while creating an integrated ecosystem that encourages the exchange of innovative work, at Multaqa (Education City Student Center).&nbsp;The event&rsquo;s eight research pillars of artificial intelligence and data analytics; cybersecurity; energy and resources; health and human-centered technologies; logistics and supply chain management; nanotechnology; sensing, communication, and networking; and water, food, and environment were introduced by Dr Amine Bermak, Professor and Associate Dean.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&ldquo;The purpose of the &nbsp;Annual Research Open Day is to showcase our research, share our mission and vision and outreach to the community. Also to get feedback and to see how to contribute to the community,&rdquo; he said.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The event also featured a panel discussion on &lsquo;University Research: Successful Paths to Technology Transfer, Licensing, and Commercialisation.&rsquo;</p>\r\n', '2019-05-06 11:12:21', 1, 'Doha: A national survey on public perception on the reuse of treated industrial water was launched during the Annual Research Open Day 2019 of Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU)’s College of Science and Engineering (CSE). '),
(66, 1, 'Partnership between KAHRAMAA and Al-Attiyah Foundation', '2019-04-30', '6 : 30 PM', '<p>Qatar General Electricity &amp; Water Corporation &ldquo;KAHRAMAA&rdquo; and Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development (The Al-Attiyah Foundation) signed on Wednesday 1st May 2019 a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate in the areas of corporate social responsibility (CSR).</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The MOU was signed by His Excellency Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and His Excellency Engr Essa bin Hilal Al-Kuwari, President of KAHRAMAA, at the Sheraton Convention Centre, Doha in the presence of officials from both parties.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><strong>On this occasion, His Excellency Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, signed the MOU said: </strong><em>&ldquo;I hope together we can continue to ensure a better future for all the citizens and residents of Qatar.&rdquo; Adding that, the achievements of KAHRAMAA is exemplified by the fact that all the citizens and residents of Qatar have access to affordable, reliable, sustainable energy, safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene services. Qatar is among the few countries in the world that can boast of 100% availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. Pointing out that KAHRAMAA&rsquo;s initiative of the National Program for Conservation and Energy Efficiency &ldquo;Tarsheed&rdquo; has become a household name. </em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><strong>His Excellency Engr Essa bin Hilal Al-Kuwari, President of KAHRAMAA, said: </strong><em>&ldquo;Our collaboration with the Al-Attiyah Foundation represents a commitment to jointly mobilize stakeholders, to pursue initiatives that serve a better future for Qatar&rdquo; adding that I was particularly pleased to witness, in October last year, the launch of the Al-Attiyah Foundation book on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Best Practice. It promotes CSR in Qatar, and thereby contribute to the implementation of Qatar National Vision 2030.&rdquo;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">After 10 years of implementation of QNV 2030, it is now considered an opportune time to reassess Qatar&rsquo;s efforts to build a modern state with sustainable, integrated economic, social and environmental development, that leverage the available human and material resources to ensure a better future for all the citizens and residents of Qatar. In this context, the Al-Attiyah Foundation and Kahramaa has agreed that the first project under this MOU would be to host a joint strategic workshop on &ldquo;Qatar National Vision 2030, Circular Economy and CSR&rdquo;.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The main objective of the strategic workshop is to provide opportunity for holistic assessment of Qatar National Vision 2030, including a comprehensive stock-take of progress, impact of CSR initiatives of companies and organizations in Qatar, degree of integration of the concept of Circular Economy, and identification of gaps where reviewing or strengthening of the implementation of QNV2030 are needed.</p>\r\n', '2019-05-06 12:07:40', 1, 'Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation “KAHRAMAA” and Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development (The Al-Attiyah Foundation) signed on Wednesday 1st May 2019 a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate in the areas of corporate social responsibility (CSR).'),
(67, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and GORD Celebrate Partnership Agreement', '2019-09-12', '10 : 30 AM', '<p><em>September 2019</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>The Al-Attiyah Foundation and GORD Celebrate Partnership Agreement</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development (Al-Attiyah Foundation) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Gulf Organisation for Research &amp; Development (GORD) on 12 September 2019, at the St Regis Hotel, Doha.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>His Excellency Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman, Al-Attiyah Foundation said &ldquo;<em>I am pleased to sign a partnership agreement with GORD to produce research and joint publications on themes of mutual interest in relation to energy and sustainable development.&nbsp; I look forward to seeing the positive outcomes of our collaboration as we work towards improving awareness and understanding of the actions required to create a sustainable future.&rdquo;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Dr. Yousef Mohamed Alhorr, Founding Chairman, GORD, added, &ldquo;<em>It is a pleasure and honour for GORD to join hands with the Al-Attiyah Foundation to develop capacity, conduct studies and develop projects on sustainability and climate mitigation in the region. This partnership will combine the rich mix of implementation experience and thought leadership for a sustainable and low-carbon economy of the region.&rdquo;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>About GORD</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Gulf Organisation for Research &amp; Development (GORD) is a non-profit subsidiary of Qatari Diar, leading in the spheres of sustainability, encompassing R&amp;D, standards setting, green buildings certification, voluntary carbon market, capacity building and performance testing with a view to target all relevant dimensions of sustainability and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of UN.</p>\r\n', '2019-09-17 11:01:49', 1, 'The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development (Al-Attiyah Foundation) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Gulf Organisation for Research & Development (GORD) on 12 September 2019, at the St Regis Hotel, Doha.'),
(68, 1, 'Global Energy Experts at the  10th Bosphorus Summit', '2019-12-09', '8 : 00 AM', '<p><em>November 2019</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>Al-Attiyah Foundation think tank hosts global energy experts at the </strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>10th Bosphorus Summit to explore the re-ordering of energy sources</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Al-Attiyah Foundation, the leading energy and sustainable development think tank based in Qatar, hosted world energy experts for two engaging panel sessions focused on the &lsquo;<em>Geo-politics of Energy and Transitions to a New World Order&rsquo;</em>, at the 10th Bosphorus Summit in Istanbul, Turkey, on 28th November 2019.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">In line with the vision of the Foundation&rsquo;s Chairman, His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, the Foundation&rsquo;s ongoing strategic partnership with the Uluslararasi Işbirlği Platforumu, International Cooperation Platform (UIP-ICP), who organise the leading summit, provides an opportunity to enhance proactive multilateral and inter-disciplinary cooperation for sustainable development.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">As the only energy and sustainable development think tank to partner the ICP Bosphorus Summit, the Al-Attiyah Foundation convened global thought-leaders from academia, industry and government, to share opinions and potential solutions to the challenges faced by the world as it transitions towards a sustainable energy future.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">During the two energy panel sessions, the first panelist, Professor Paul Stevens, Distinguished Fellow, Chatham House, highlighted: <em>&ldquo;If the transition to renewables and low-carbon electricity happens faster than the energy establishment anticipates, the implications for exporters of oil and for the geopolitics of oil will be very serious. For example, the failure of many oil-exporting countries to reduce their dependence on hydrocarbon revenues and diversify their economies will leave them extremely vulnerable to reduced oil and gas demand in their main markets.&rdquo;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Professor Steven&rsquo;s views reflect those outlined in a report released by the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), in October 2018, which affirmed that a huge transformation of the energy sector will be required and that an average investment of $3 trillion a year will be needed, in the next 30-years, to transform the world energy systems.&nbsp;&nbsp; It is expected that much of the investment will involve shifting money away from fossil fuel systems.&nbsp; Thus, clean energy investments must overtake fossil fuel investments by around 2025.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Since energy is crucial to the production of almost all goods and services of the modern world; and is a dominant contributor to climate change, accounting for 60% of total global greenhouse gas emissions, the challenge to reduce such emissions is immense.&nbsp;&nbsp; Michael Grubb, Research Director and Professor Energy and Climate Change, University College London (UCL) &ndash; Institute of Sustainable Resources and Energy Institute, expressed in his session <em>&ldquo;climate change is a pressing global issue with time running out to avoid dangerous anthropogenic interference.&nbsp; Some countries are leading the way, and reducing their CO2 emissions, aided by clean energy technologies</em>. <em>&nbsp;The initiatives open up new paths for global energy and economic development&rsquo;&rsquo;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Akito Matsumoto, a Senior Economist, Commodities Unit, International Monetary Fund (IMF), concluded during his session <em>&ldquo;that natural gas and renewables are set to play an important role in the future energy mix despite the huge uncertainty in what energy policies and technologies will be at play in the future.&rdquo;</em><em> </em></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The views shared by the panellists at the Bosphorus Summit 10, highlighted the great challenges faced by the world in its efforts to de-carbonise the energy sector.&nbsp; What is clear, is that all energy sources will be required, as well as societal changes and strong leadership from both industry and government.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Fatih Birol, the Executive Director of the International Energy Agency echoed these views in the World Energy Outlook 2019: <em>&ldquo;What comes through with crystal clarity in this </em>year&rsquo;s&nbsp;<em>World Energy Outlook</em><em>&nbsp;is that there is no single or simple solution to transforming global energy systems. Many technologies and fuels have a part to play across all sectors of the economy. For this to happen, we need strong leadership from policy makers, as governments hold the clearest responsibility to act and have the greatest scope to shape the future.&rdquo;</em></p>\r\n', '2019-12-09 09:46:04', 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation think tank hosts global energy experts to explore the re-ordering of energy sources'),
(69, 1, 'QF AND THE AL-ATTIYAH FOUNDATION PARTNER TO HELP QATAR COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE', '2021-03-14', '8 : 00 AM', '<p><em>March 2021</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>QF AND THE AL-ATTIYAH FOUNDATION PARTNER TO HELP QATAR COMBAT CLIMATE CHANGE</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development (QF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with The Al-Attiyah Foundation aimed at creating new knowledge about climate change in Qatar and raising awareness about the need for action to tackle one of the planet&#39;s most urgent challenges.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The two organizations are joining forces to amplify their contribution to shaping a sustainable future for the country and its people, through a collaboration that spans education, research, and hosting a joint climate change conference in Qatar later this year.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Through the partnership, QF and The Al-Attiyah Foundation aim to develop a new bank of knowledge on key climate change topics that can support policies and actions in Qatar, as well a digital platform that will provide people in Qatar with climate change information customized for the country, elevating public awareness of the issue.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&quot;Just as climate change affects every single person on our planet, the responsibility of taking care of the planet is one that we all share,&quot; said Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation HE Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al-Thani.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&quot;We must empower people to recognize our collective responsibility in protecting the environment for future generations. This empowerment comes through addressing the root causes, educating, and opening up opportunities for everyone to be an active steward of the Earth.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&quot;Through this partnership, and the climate conference we will be jointly hosting later this year, Qatar Foundation and The Al-Attiyah Foundation aim to provide the empowerment, the education, and the impetus that supports a concerted, national climate action effort in Qatar.&quot;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Chairman of The Al-Attiyah Foundation HE Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, who signed the Memorandum of Understanding, said: &quot;It gives me great pleasure to see The Al-Attiyah Foundation work in close partnership with Qatar Foundation to ensure a better future for all.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&quot;We are in a period of growing international debate on energy transition and its implications for climate change. This collaboration will be the first step to ensuring that the convening power of both Foundations is leveraged to contribute toward a zero carbon world.&quot;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The first project under the partnership between The Al-Attiyah Foundation and QF will be to engage with all sectors of the economy and the public in Qatar in a joint climate change conference later this year. This conference will focus on issues relating to Qatar&#39;s commitment in terms of the Paris Agreement an international treaty on climate change which came into force in 2016 - and on its efforts to address climate change.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>By regularly publishing technical reports on climate change topics that have particular relevance to Qatar, QF and The Al-Attiyah Foundation intend to form an in-depth study of the global climate change picture, and the actions being taken to combat it, to support Qatar&#39;s policymakers and industries.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The climate change knowledge website that will also be developed through the partnership is designed to fill gaps in Qatar-tailored information about the path that climate change is taking and how it can be counteracted, and to act as both a knowledge hub and an educational tool.</p>\r\n', '2021-03-14 10:30:49', 1, 'Collaboration will focus on knowledge, education, research, and raising awareness, as well as organizing a Qatar climate change conference'),
(70, 1, 'Saudi Arabia transfers Aramco shares worth $80 bln to state fund', '2022-02-13', '11 : 56 AM', '<p>Saudi Arabia&#39;s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has transferred 4% of Saudi Aramco 2222.SE shares worth $80 billion to the kingdom&rsquo;s sovereign wealth fund, the government said on Sunday. The shares will bolster the Public Investment Fund&#39;s (PIF) strong financial position and high credit ratings in the medium term, the crown prince said in a statement. The fund is the prince&#39;s vehicle of choice to transform the Saudi economy and diversify away from oil revenues. The state remains the largest shareholder in Saudi Aramco after the transfer process, as it retains more than 94% of the company&#39;s shares, the statement said.</p>\r\n', '2022-02-16 14:28:57', 0, ''),
(71, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation is a proud partner of the Qatar National Dialogue on Climate Change (QNDCC)', '2022-09-19', '12 : 22 PM', '<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Al-Attiyah Foundation is a proud partner of the Qatar National Dialogue on Climate Change (QNDCC), held on September 19 and 20, 2022 at Multaqa, Education City.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The event, organised by the Earthna Center for a Sustainable Future (Earthna) and co-hosted with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, will bring together over 45 thought leaders, decision makers and climate change experts to examine international insights, case studies, policies, industrial solutions, and academic research, and explore the benefit and influence these can have in Qatar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Key discussion topics will include Qatar&rsquo;s National Climate Action - Updates and Future Plan; Climate Finance, from opportunity to action: challenges and solutions; Climate Change: Governance and Intergovernmental collaboration; Mitigation and adaptation solutions for Qatar and Measurement; and Reporting and Verification.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>QNDCC will provide private and public sector leaders in Qatar with an opportunity to have meaningful dialogue, supporting the country in developing a climate action strategy ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP27), that will be held this November in Egypt.</p>\r\n', '2022-09-21 14:55:35', 0, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation is a proud partner of the Qatar National Dialogue on Climate Change (QNDCC)'),
(72, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and Qatar University sign Memorandum of Understanding, Reaffirming Close Ties ', '2023-01-25', '1 : 49 PM', '<p>The Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and Qatar University (QU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing education, awareness, and research of climate change in Qatar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, expressed his pride at the relationship between both institutions: &ldquo;Since its inception, the Al-Attiyah Foundation has sought to create and strengthen bonds with prestigious universities in the State of Qatar. The Memorandum of Understanding with Qatar University transforms our similar goals into joint programs and activities that contribute to advancing aspects of social development in the country.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;Qatar University is the country&rsquo;s foremost academic institution, a beacon and pioneer of science in the region. The Memorandum of Understanding establishes a strategic partnership between the two parties and seeks to enhance means of cooperation in a number of areas, the most prominent of which is the exchange of experiences in the academic and research fields, cooperation in the field of training and qualifying university students, and the use of experts in various aspects of common interest.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;I am certain this cooperation can only enhance how we serve our country, supporting sustainable human development projects that form part of the Qatar National Vision 2030 and the National Development Strategy.&rdquo;<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nEng. Fahad Bin Hamad Al-Mohannadi, a Member of the Board of Trustees at the Al-Attiyah Foundation, and Dr. Mariam Al-Maaded, Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies at Qatar University, signed the document on behalf of their respective organisations at a ceremony held on university grounds and attended by distinguished guests from both parties.<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nThe Memorandum of Understanding provides a framework for the exchange of educational, academic, and scientific experiences and information through journals, studies, newsletters, and statistics. It also enables joint research initiatives, conferences, meetings, and training.<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nThe Al-Attiyah Foundation and Qatar University have already collaborated on numerous high-level projects. At the 2022 National CSR Program, held under the patronage of His Excellency the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and hosted by Qatar University, the Al-Attiyah Foundation was a strategic partner, with Mubadara, in the preparation and launch of the 2022 Qatar National CSR Report.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2023-01-25 16:21:45', 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and Qatar University sign Memorandum of Understanding, Reaffirming Close Ties '),
(75, 1, 'H.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah QTV Interview - Launch of the Barzan Gas Project', '2022-03-22', '7 : 46 AM', '<p><em>Doha,&nbsp;March 2022</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>H.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah QTV Interview - Launch of the Barzan Gas Project</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><a href=\"https://youtu.be/0S_-EEXYiv0\"><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://mcusercontent.com/777a1a371fec392e7c287f6a8/images/9295c98b-b5f5-fc8a-6049-2eabefaa9928.png\" style=\"height:281px; width:500px\" /></a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In this one-hour special feature interview, H.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Former Deputy Prime Minister &amp; Minister of Energy and Industry, and Chairman of The Al-Attiyah Foundation discusses, discusses the challenges faced as well as the extensive opportunities created in the launch of the Barzan Gas project.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Barzan Gas Plant, operated by Qatargas on behalf of its shareholders QatarEnergy (93%) and ExxonMobil (7%), will produce and process natural gas from the North Field to serve domestic power generation, and desalination requirements for the state of Qatar. It will also produce associated hydrocarbon products for local refineries and petrochemical industries, as well as for export to international markets.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Barzan Gas Plant will produce almost 1.4 billion standard cubic feet of sales gas per day; 2,000 tons of ethane per day as feedstock for the local petrochemicals industry; 1,500 tons per day of liquid petroleum gas (LPG) for export to international markets; 30,000 barrels of condensate per day for processing in the Laffan Refinery and export to international markets; and 3,500 tons of sulfur per day for export to international markets.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>All credits and rights to Qatar TV Channel, broadcast by Qatar Media Corporation. (Original Content Link: https://bit.ly/3KVeX1j)</p>\r\n', '2023-03-01 10:20:40', 1, 'H.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah QTV Interview - Launch of the Barzan Gas Project'),
(76, 1, 'What’s in store? Industry leaders gather to discuss energy scenarios in 2023 and beyond at the Al-Attiyah Foundation Roundtable ', '2023-02-22', '7 : 46 AM', '<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Top decision makers and internationally renowned experts came together to share their unique insights and perspectives on &lsquo;energy scenarios&rsquo; in 2023 and beyond at the latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The high-profile event, titled &lsquo;Anticipated Energy Scenarios in a Net-zero World&rsquo;, was held on the 8th of February in Doha and moderated by the acclaimed broadcaster, Axel Threlfall. The discussion featured guest speakers: Mr Alan Gelder, VP Refining, Chemicals and Oil Markets at Wood Mackenzie, Dr Li-Chen Sim, Assistant Professor, Khalifa University Abu Dhabi, Mr Geoff Sinclair, the Managing Director and majority shareholder of Camco and Dr James Henderson, Director, Natural Gas Programme, at the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Among other issues, the guests debated the affects recent climate change action in the European Union and United States will have on the energy mix and the global pursuit to limit the rise in temperatures by 1.5C by mid-century.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">In March 2022, the EU said it would end its reliance on Russian supplies of oil and gas, well before 2030. To do this, it drafted the REPowerEU, an ambitious 210 billion EUR plan to &ldquo;speed-charge&rdquo; the Green Deal, as European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said at the launch of the blueprint. Under the plan, renewable energy should make up 45% of the EU&rsquo;s energy needs by 2030, up from around 22% in 2020. To achieve that target, the approval process for wind and solar farms will be accelerated, ending bureaucratic delays that can sometimes stall projects.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">In the United States, the Congress took its largest single step to address climate change when it approved the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in August 2022. The IRA includes tax credits, incentives and other provisions intended to help companies tackle climate change, increase investments in renewable energy and enhance energy efficiency. Signed into law by President Joe Biden, the legislation also addresses healthcare and corporate taxes, but the climate-focused elements are especially significant.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The IRA includes nearly $370 billion in investments in disadvantaged communities, prioritizing projects that repurpose retired fossil fuel infrastructure and employ displaced workers, setting the U.S. on a course toward a fair, equitable and economic clean energy transition.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Citing recent studies, guests at the Roundtable spoke of the substantial emissions reduction impact of these provisions. Under a business-as-usual scenario (without the IRA), the U.S. would be expected to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by between 24% and 35% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">With the passage of the IRA, GHG reductions should reach 31% to 44% by 2030. When combined with renewed ambition from executive agencies like the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Agriculture, as well as states and cities, modelling from the Rhodium Group.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">suggests that the U.S. can meet its NDC commitment &ndash; &ldquo;an economy-wide target of reducing its net greenhouse gas emissions by 50-52 percent below 2005 levels by 2030.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the Al-Attiyah Foundation and former Minister of Industry and Energy of Qatar said the CEO Roundtable topic was timely and highly important for energy companies.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&ldquo;It was wonderful to see so many distinguished individuals at the first Al-Attiyah Foundation Roundtable of the year to discuss issues that will not just affect the oil and gas sector but the global community. The insights from our distinguished experts have given us a glimpse of the future of the energy industry, as we continue to follow the path towards a Net Zero emissions world.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&ldquo;This year will be vital for the energy transition. The 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) will take place in another major oil and gas producing nation in the United Arab Emirates and many of the world&rsquo;s major economies have committed to taking urgent action in the fight against catastrophic climate change.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">To learn more on energy scenarios and to keep up to date with the latest energy and sustainability news visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation website at&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.abhafoundation.org</a> and <a href=\"https://twitter.com/AlAttiyahFndn\" target=\"_blank\">@AlAttiyahFndn</a> on Twitter.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">By: The Al-Attiyah Foundation</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2023-03-01 10:23:34', 1, 'What’s in store? Industry leaders gather to discuss energy scenarios in 2023 and beyond at the Al-Attiyah Foundation Roundtable '),
(77, 1, 'From Saving Millions to Saving the Planet, Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming the Oil and Gas Industry ', '2023-02-27', '10 : 24 AM', '<p>Artificial Intelligence, more commonly referred to as AI, has already begun saving oil and gas companies millions of dollars a year by improving operational efficiency, the Al-Attiyah Foundation explains in its latest Energy Industry report.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Although AI is generally associated with science fiction movies and visions of the future, machine intelligence that can identify patterns, learn from experience and solve problems has been in the making for decades.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In 1966, SHAKEY, the world&rsquo;s first &ldquo;mobile intelligent robot,&rdquo; complete with a television camera and bump detector, was unveiled. SHAKEY &ldquo;could perceive its surroundings, infer implicit facts from explicit ones, create plans, recover from errors in plan execution, and communicate using ordinary English.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Thirty years later, AI had reached another milestone when it came up against Russian Grandmaster Garry Kasparov in an unprecedented and enduring battle of wits. Deep Blue, a machine designed by IBM and capable of computing 100 million positions per second, beat Kasparov in its first ever chess match but eventually lost the six-game series.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nAfter some amendments from IBM scientists, Deep Blue and Kasparov met for a replay a year later. In a darkened television studio in New York, global audiences watched in suspense as the world champion sat opposite the machine&rsquo;s human surrogate.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>After a tense five match struggle, man and computer were level heading in the last round of the seminal encounter. In just 19 moves, Deep Blue defeated the human grandmaster to steal a historic victory.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Since Deep Blue chess exploits, several AI applications have emerged across all segments of the oil and gas industry and are leaving an indelible mark. According to a recent survey by Ernst &amp; Young, 92% of the global oil and gas companies are either currently investing in AI - or plan to - over the next five years. And, it is already beginning to have an impact, as 50% of the oil &amp; gas executives (in the same survey) have already begun using AI to solve various challenges across their respective organisation.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Its most common current application is predictive maintenance and machinery inspection. Here, AI technology analyses operational data such as drill maintenance or downtime, in addition to real-time decision-making and developing models that can predict equipment malfunction. This is crucial in running uninterrupted operations and avoiding costly downtimes and project overruns.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) has already enhanced its operations with such technology. In 2021, the Malaysian company deployed AVEVA Predictive Analytics in the Microsoft Azure cloud to accurately predict and resolve equipment failures before they happen.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Over 200 models were deployed in the first year &ndash; at a greater scale than would have been possible with human analysts &ndash; and the solution correctly identified 51 major early warnings. In the process, it delivered a value of $17.4M, with 14x return on investment (ROI). From the 51 warnings, 12 were high impact incident. &nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>AI technologies can optimise field development from exploration to production, allowing effective and efficient interpretation of seismic data to identify hydrocarbon deposits, in addition to identifying optimal locations for drilling operations.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In September 2020, the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology (WIHG) discovered a new AI-based technique that helps analyse data from seismic waves (natural or induced by explosive material) to determine the geological features beneath the surface, thereby helping in discovering hydrocarbons, like oil and natural gas, in less time with high efficiency.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>ExxonMobil aims to use the deep-sea AI robot to enhance its natural seep detection capabilities. The corporation&rsquo;s AI-powered robots are capable enough to detect these oil seeps, which will eventually reduce exploration risk and cause less harm to marine life.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The AI revolution could also help major players like Saudi Aramco, BP, and Royal Dutch Shell in their quest to be carbon neutral by 2050. &nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nIn 2022, engineers at Texas A&amp;M University&rsquo;s campus in Qatar announced they had partnered with Qatargas and Schlumberger to use machine learning to detect underground leaks of carbon dioxide and other gasses and fluids related to oil and gas production, helping reduce environmental and economic impacts.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Elsewhere, BP turned to Silicon Valley to help reduce methane leakage, and with vendor Kelvin Inc. they&rsquo;ve outfitted hundreds of its Wamsutter wells with cheap sensors that gather and transmit data into supercomputers where AI-driven algorithms crunch endless optimisation simulations.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>BP estimates that within six months of use, methane leakage from the wells declined by 74%. Along with cutting operational costs, such technology will help BP rapidly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions in its oil and gas operations.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The potential applications of AI are near-endless in the oil and gas sector. The application of AI goes beyond &ldquo;better&rdquo; or &ldquo;faster&rdquo; operational processes, it has the potential to unlock efficiencies across the entire value chain from exploration to sales.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To download the full report on how AI is transforming oil and gas operations and for more expert insights on the energy industry, visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s website at <a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org\">www.abhafoundation.org</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nBy: The Al-Attiyah Foundation</p>\r\n\r\n<p>___________________________________________________________________________________<br />\r\n1 - <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Energy_Report-10-2022-October-Print.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Energy_Report-10-2022-October-Print.pdf</a><br />\r\n2 - <a href=\"https://www.arabianbusiness.com/opinion/ai-is-already-delivering-sustainability-gains-it-can-do-much-much-more\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.arabianbusiness.com/opinion/ai-is-already-delivering-sustainability-gains-it-can-do-much-much-more</a><br />\r\n3 - <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Energy_Report-10-2022-October-Print.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Energy_Report-10-2022-October-Print.pdf</a><br />\r\n4 - <a href=\"https://research.tamu.edu/2022/09/07/underground-leaks-of-carbon-dioxide-machines-will-learn-to-detect-them-predict-them-reduce-their-impact-and-save-millions-of-dollars/?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=underground-leaks-of-carbon-dioxide-machines-will-learn-to-detect-them-predict-them-reduce-their-impact-and-save-millions-of-dollars\" target=\"_blank\">https://research.tamu.edu/2022/09/07/underground-leaks-of-carbon-dioxide-machines-will-learn-to-detect-them-predict-them-reduce-their-impact-and-save-millions-of-dollars/?utm_source=rss&amp;utm_medium=rss&amp;utm_campaign=underground-leaks-of-carbon-dioxide-machines-will-learn-to-detect-them-predict-them-reduce-their-impact-and-save-millions-of-dollars</a><br />\r\n5 - <a href=\"https://www.forbes.com/sites/christopherhelman/2018/05/08/how-silicon-valley-is-helping-bp-bring-a-i-to-the-oil-patch/?sh=3cbc588630a8\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.forbes.com/sites/christopherhelman/2018/05/08/how-silicon-valley-is-helping-bp-bring-a-i-to-the-oil- patch/?sh=3cbc588630a8</a></p>\r\n', '2023-03-13 12:57:49', 1, 'Artificial Intelligence, more commonly referred to as AI, has already begun saving oil and gas companies millions of dollars a year by improving operational efficiency, the Al-Attiyah Foundation explains in its latest Energy Industry report.'),
(78, 1, 'Harvesting the sun twice: How Agri-PV can create cheap energy and crops in the MENA Region', '2023-03-13', '9 : 18 AM', '<p style=\"text-align:left\">A revolutionary suite of technologies could transform food and energy production in some of the world&rsquo;s most climate vulnerable regions, the Al-Attiyah Foundation discovers in its latest Sustainability Research Paper.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Agrivoltaics, commonly shortened to Agri-PV, is the practice of co-developing an area of land for agriculture while simultaneously producing electricity from solar PV.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Also called dual-use solar, the practice involves adjusting the height of solar panels to as much as 14 feet, as well as adjusting the spacing between them, to accommodate equipment, workers, crops, and grazing animals. The spacing and the angle of the panels allows light to reach the plants below and has the added benefit of shielding those crops from extreme heat.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The electricity generated gets uploaded to the grid, typically through nearby substations. While some of the electricity may find its way to the host farm, the projects are devised to provide power for general use and an alternative source of revenue for landowners.<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[1]</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The concept of Agri-PV was first conceptualised in Germany in 1981 and has more recently gained momentum globally due to growing interest in sustainable investments, demand for renewable energy and the fallen costs of PV technologies over the last decade.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Installed capacity of Agri-PV worldwide has increased from 5 megawatts-peak (MWp) in 2012 to more than 14,000 MWp in 2020, with national funding programmes prevalent in China, France, Japan, South Korea, and the US.<a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[2]</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>A year-long research collaboration between the University of Sheffield, World Agroforestry and Latia Agripreneurship Institute conducted in the semi-arid Kajiado county, approximately 100km south of Kenyan capital Nairobi, has given a tantalising glimpse into the technology&rsquo;s potential in harsh, hot growing conditions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>At the test plot, cabbages grown under the 345-watt solar panels have been a third bigger, and healthier, than those grown in control plots with the same amount of fertiliser and water. Other crops such as aubergine and lettuce have shown similar results. Maize grown under the panels was taller and healthier.<a href=\"#_ftn3\" name=\"_ftnref3\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[3]</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>According to Dr Richard Randle-Boggis, a researcher at the University of Sheffield&rsquo;s Harvesting the Sun Twice project, the solar panels also shielded crops from sun and ultraviolet radiation (UV) and allowed for higher electricity generation while reducing the amount of water needed for irrigation by 47 per cent.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>This is especially significant in countries like Kenya, where unprecedented droughts caused by global warming are already affecting food and water security, and where buying electricity from the national grid is exceedingly expensive, Randle-Boggis continued.<a href=\"#_ftn4\" name=\"_ftnref4\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[4]</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;We&#39;ve reduced their reliance on the national grid, so they&#39;re becoming more self-sufficient,&rdquo; he explained.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;And there is also the potential for climate-change resilience because you&#39;re essentially creating a more favourable growing environment and curbing some of those extreme conditions.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In the next decades, food, water, and energy demand in the MENA region will increase as the population grows and climate vulnerability accelerates. This is likely to amplify the scarcity of land suitable for agriculture which creates an additional threat to the region&rsquo;s food security.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The benefits of Agri-PV are wide-ranging and could potentially make a strong contribution to address these challenges. Agri-PV in agrifood chains can contribute to food security and nutrition, enhance productivity and support income diversification.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Furthermore, it can contribute to minimising GHG emissions and help the agri-food sector adapt to the effects of climate change. However, challenges and barriers still exist to support its widespread development and utilisation, including existing farming practices, high initial investment costs due to low market penetration and awareness, lack of government incentives and limited technical knowledge of best practices for adoption.<a href=\"#_ftn5\" name=\"_ftnref5\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[5]</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To download the full report titled <em>Agri-Pv: Harvesting Agriculture and Solar Energy for a Sustainable Future, </em>visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s website at <a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">www.abhafoundation.org</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n<div>\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">1</a> <a href=\"https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/28/business/dual-use-solar-panels-agrivoltaics-blue-wave-power.html\">https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/28/business/dual-use-solar-panels-agrivoltaics-blue-wave-power.html</a></p>\r\n</div>\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[2]</a> <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Sustainability-02-2023-February-Print.pdf\">https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Sustainability-02-2023-February-Print.pdf</a></p>\r\n</div>\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref3\" name=\"_ftn3\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[3]</a> <a href=\"https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2022/feb/22/kenya-to-use-solar-panels-to-boost-crops-by-harvesting-the-sun-twice\">https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2022/feb/22/kenya-to-use-solar-panels-to-boost-crops-by-harvesting-the-sun-twice</a></p>\r\n</div>\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref4\" name=\"_ftn4\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[4]</a> <a href=\"https://www.dezeen.com/2022/09/30/agrivoltaic-solar-farms-feature/\">https://www.dezeen.com/2022/09/30/agrivoltaic-solar-farms-feature/</a></p>\r\n</div>\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref5\" name=\"_ftn5\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[5]</a> <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Sustainability-02-2023-February-Print.pdf\">https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Sustainability-02-2023-February-Print.pdf</a></p>\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n', '2023-03-27 11:50:53', 1, 'A revolutionary suite of technologies could transform food and energy production in some of the world’s most climate vulnerable regions, the Al-Attiyah Foundation discovers in its latest Sustainability Research Paper.');
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(79, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation is a proud partner of the Qatar National Dialogue on Climate Change (QNDCC)', '2022-09-20', '8 : 09 AM', '<p>The Al-Attiyah Foundation is a proud partner of the Qatar National Dialogue on Climate Change (QNDCC), held on September 19 and 20, 2022 at Multaqa, Education City.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The event, organised by the Earthna Center for a Sustainable Future (Earthna) and co-hosted with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, will bring together over 45 thought leaders, decision makers and climate change experts to examine international insights, case studies, policies, industrial solutions, and academic research, and explore the benefit and influence these can have in Qatar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Key discussion topics will include Qatar&rsquo;s National Climate Action - Updates and Future Plan; Climate Finance, from opportunity to action: challenges and solutions; Climate Change: Governance and Intergovernmental collaboration; Mitigation and adaptation solutions for Qatar and Measurement; and Reporting and Verification.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>QNDCC will provide private and public sector leaders in Qatar with an opportunity to have meaningful dialogue, supporting the country in developing a climate action strategy ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP27), that will be held this November in Egypt.</p>\r\n', '2023-05-30 10:43:32', 1, ''),
(80, 1, 'Winter is coming! Internationally acclaimed experts offer unique insights on gas prices at the latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable', '2022-09-12', '8 : 09 AM', '<p>Top decision makers and internationally renowned experts came together to share their insights and perspectives on current and future gas prices at the latest CEO Roundtable held by the Al-Attiyah Foundation. At the event, held on the 12th of September in Doha and moderated by the acclaimed broadcaster, Eithne Treanor, captains of industry discussed the reasons behind the jump in gas prices and the events that could see them come crashing down in the future.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The roundtable, titled &lsquo;Looking at the Supply of Gas in the Short to Medium Term&rsquo;, featured distinguished speakers; Hiroshi Hashimoto the Head of Gas Group at the Institute of Energy Economics Japan (IEJ), Anne-Sophie Corbeau a Global Research Scholar at the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University&rsquo;s School of International and Public Affairs, Jeffrey Moore the manager of the Asian LNG Analytics Group at S&amp;P Global Platts, and Giles Farrer the head of LNG and Gas Asset Research at Wood Mackenzie.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The COVID-19 pandemic caused a huge drop in demand for all fossil fuels, in 2020. The cost of a barrel of oil, for a brief moment, fell below zero because storage tanks were full due to the lack of demand. However, towards the end of the year and into 2021, the prices started to rise as offices and industries reopened and holiday makers started to travel again.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Prices surged in February this year, after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. European governments looked for ways to import less energy from Russia, which had previously supplied 40% of the gas used in the European Union. Prices for alternative sources of gas went up as a result.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In addition to the pressures of ending reliance on Russian gas, there have been parallel short-term fears that Russia could further restrict or even stop gas supplies, in retaliation for military assistance to Ukraine. Further pressure comes from Gazprom, Russia&#39;s mostly state-owned energy provider, which has suspended gas deliveries to Bulgaria, Finland, Poland, Denmark and the Netherlands over non-payment in roubles.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>European gas prices are now about 10 times higher than their average level over the past decade. In February 2021 UK gas was trading at 0.38 GBP per therm (a measurement of gas consumption). In August 2022, it reached 5.37 GBP per therm.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Despite soaring electricity and heating bills for consumers across the world, experts at the CEO Roundtable speculated that the war in Ukraine could accelerate the clean energy transition and reduce the dependence on imports of natural gas in the coming years, pushing prices down.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In March, the EU said it would cut its dependency on Russian gas by two-thirds this year and end its reliance on Russian supplies well before 2030. To do this, it drafted the REPowerEU, an ambitious 210 billion EUR plan to &ldquo;speed-charge&rdquo; the Green Deal, as European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen said at the May launch of the blueprint. Under the plan, renewable energy should make up 45% of the EU&rsquo;s energy needs by 2030, up from around 22% in 2020. To achieve that target, the approval process for wind and solar farms will be accelerated, ending bureaucratic delays that can sometimes stall projects.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the Al-Attiyah Foundation and former Minister of Industry and Energy of Qatar said the CEO Roundtable topic was timely and highly important for the global population.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;It was wonderful to see so many distinguished individuals at the third Al-Attiyah Foundation Roundtable of 2022 to discuss such a pertinent issue. The spike in gas prices has dominated news stories this year and to gather insights from experts and key players in the industry was eye-opening to all that attended the event.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;The current situation highlights the need for greater trust and cooperation between producers and consumers. With more productive dialogue between all parties, we can ensure a stable market policy is maintained and, consequently, the supply of gas is further secured going forward.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more on the rise and potential fall of gas prices and to keep up to date with the latest energy and sustainability news visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation website at http://www.abhafoundation.org.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2023-05-30 10:48:15', 1, ''),
(81, 1, 'The most authoritative account to date. The Al-Attiyah Foundation delves deep into the world of ESG with new guidebook', '2022-06-01', '8 : 09 AM', '<p><em>Doha, June 2022</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>The most authoritative account to date. The Al-Attiyah Foundation delves deep into the world of ESG with new guidebook&nbsp;</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In our latest academic contribution, the Al-Attiyah Foundation has developed&nbsp;a&nbsp;guidebook on&nbsp;environment, social and corporate governance (ESG) and how it has changed the inner workings of some of the world&rsquo;s&nbsp;most important institutions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The <em>Guidebook on ESG</em> is a 113-page report (Download&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Guidebook_on_ESG_by_The_Al-Attiyah_Foundation.pdf\"><strong>HERE</strong></a>), written by the Foundation&rsquo;s in-house experts with decades of experience in the energy industry and sustainable development, that seeks to help policymakers, investors, companies, and stakeholders understand and navigate ESG.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://mcusercontent.com/777a1a371fec392e7c287f6a8/images/9f3d1a08-e0c6-ef08-9f79-a19854a3d8f7.png\" style=\"height:348px; width:500px\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>ESG criteria are a set of standards for a company&#39;s behaviour used by socially conscious investors to screen potential investments. Environmental criteria consider how a company safeguards the environment, including corporate policies addressing climate change. Social criteria examine how a company manages relationships with employees, suppliers, customers, and the communities where it operates. Governance deals with a company&#39;s leadership, executive pay, audits, internal controls, and shareholder rights.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The term was coined in 2004 when a report commissioned by the United Nations, titled <em>Who Cares Wins Connecting Financial Markets to a Changing World,</em> called for &ldquo;better inclusion of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) factors in investment decision.&rdquo;<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\" title=\"\">[1]</a>&nbsp;Although ESG struggled to gain traction with investors and institutions in the years immediately following the UN report, the term is now ubiquitous in the corporate landscape. By May 2021 it was mentioned in almost a fifth of earnings calls, spurred by the urgency to address climate change, as well as, some recent events, such as widespread demonstration against racial discrimination, and the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Investing within an ESG framework is now the fastest-growing segment of the asset management industry. Assets in ESG funds grew 53 per cent year on year to $2.7tn in 2021, according to data provider Morningstar.<a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\" title=\"\">[2]</a>&nbsp;There is a growing realization by the private sector, particularly big businesses, that sustainable business practices epitomised by a commitment to ESG, is no longer just a marketing tool, but a key to creating long-term value and competitiveness in the complex global economy.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The <em>Guidebook on ESG</em> examines the key drivers shaping the growing momentum on ESG, including increasing pressure from stakeholders; business profitability and competitiveness; demand from institutional investors and consumers; the quest to build good corporate reputation and relationship with customers and government regulations.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://mcusercontent.com/777a1a371fec392e7c287f6a8/images/20e065bf-e5d2-9509-4b2c-132b0049e88b.png\" style=\"height:349px; width:500px\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the Al-Attiyah Foundation and former Minister of Industry and Energy of Qatar believes the publication will be of great use to members of the business community.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;This publication is an authoritative account of the benefits an ESG evaluation can bring to a companies&rsquo; stakeholders and, highlights the importance it now plays as investors consider the environmental impact of an organisation in their decision-making,&rdquo; HE said.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;I am certain the Foundation&rsquo;s members, partners, and other interested parties, will find the &lsquo;Guidebook on ESG&rsquo; a reliable resource as the environmental footprint left by countries and organisations are brought even closer into focus over the coming months and years.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://mcusercontent.com/777a1a371fec392e7c287f6a8/images/a838f3c4-1d8e-c803-dcb4-5e15831a63bd.png\" style=\"height:351px; width:500px\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To download the&nbsp;<em>Guidebook on ESG</em> for free and to gather expert insight on the energy industry and sustainable development, visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation website <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Guidebook_on_ESG_by_The_Al-Attiyah_Foundation.pdf\"><strong>HERE</strong></a>.</p>\r\n\r\n<div>&nbsp;\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\" title=\"\">[1]</a> https://www.unepfi.org/fileadmin/events/2004/stocks/who_cares_wins_global_compact_2004.pdf</p>\r\n</div>\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\" title=\"\">[2]</a> https://www.ft.com/content/5ec1dfcf-eea3-42af-aea2-19d739ef8a55</p>\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n', '2023-05-30 10:51:15', 1, ''),
(82, 1, 'The Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement to Return this October', '2022-10-12', '8 : 09 AM', '<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Six exceptional individuals will be recognised for their contributions to the energy industry at the eighth Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement next month.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The awards celebrate the legacy of His Excellency Al-Attiyah, the former Minister of Energy and Industry and Deputy Prime Minister for the State of Qatar, by honouring individuals for lifetime achievements in their fields of work and policy that emulate His Excellency&rsquo;s 40 years of distinguished contributions to the global energy industry.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Dolphin Energy, ExxonMobil, North Oil Company and TotalEnergies are the sponsors of this year&rsquo;s ceremony and gala dinner, that will see over 200 leaders from the energy industry in attendance.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Foundation&rsquo;s continued growth is only possible due to its esteemed member organisations, who are some of the most important companies in the world. The Foundation&rsquo;s members are: QatarEnergy, WOQOD, Qatargas, Qatar Electricity and Water Company, QNB, ConocoPhillips, QAPCO, Dolphin Energy, Qatar Airways, TotalEnergies, Shell, ExxonMobil, North Oil Company, QAFCO, Gulf Helicopters, Marubueni, Q-Chem, Qatar Cool, JTA Holding and Excelerate Energy.</p>\r\n', '2023-05-30 10:54:07', 1, ''),
(83, 1, 'CCUS Forum ', '2023-05-29', '8 : 09 AM', '<p>The Al-Attiyah Foundation is a knowledge partner with Birba Energy for the CCUS Forum being held in Doha from May 29th to May 31st, 2023.<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nThe CCUS Forum offers an unparalleled opportunity for international communities to come together, share ideas, build knowledge, and collaborate to grow sustainable industries for a viable future.<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nTaking a 360-degree view at the CO₂ value chain, the forum will explore and highlight methods for capturing, transporting, storing, utilizing, and permanently removing CO₂ from the atmosphere to mitigate climate change.<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nWith Qatar already spearheading sustainable developments and innovation in the MENA region, it provides the perfect hub to showcase opportunities for the commercialization of CCUS and other low carbon technologies.<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nRegistration link: <a href=\"https://www.ccusforum.com/register-now/\">https://www.ccusforum.com/register-now/</a></p>\r\n', '2023-05-30 10:55:34', 1, ''),
(84, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation at COP27', '2022-11-16', '', '<p style=\"text-align:center\"><em>November 16th, 2022</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:center\"><strong>The Al-Attiyah Foundation at COP27: Experts say natural gas has a big role to play in the world&rsquo;s energy mix at a special event hosted by Qatar&rsquo;s leading thinktank</strong><br />\r\n&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Global experts examined the future of natural gas in the energy mix during an event hosted by the Al-Attiyah Foundation at the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm El Sheikh on 14 November.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">This unique Energy Dialogue session, titled &lsquo;Natural Gas - Does It Have a Role in the Energy Transition?&rsquo; featured the following panellists: Dr. Chris Gentle, Senior Advisor, Partnerships and New Ventures at the World Energy Council; Lorna Ritchie, Director at Global Counsel; and Dr. John Kilani, the Foundation&rsquo;s Directorate of Sustainability.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The lively debate was moderated by the highly acclaimed broadcast journalist and Reuters Editor-at-Large, Axel Threlfall, and explored how natural gas has been replacing coal in societal functions such as electricity generation and space heating in the western world for decades.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">It was highlighted that coal consumption in both the United States and United Kingdom has dropped significantly in recent years. Coal use in the U.S. is&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.eia.gov/totalenergy/data/monthly/pdf/mer.pdf\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">down by half</a>&nbsp;from 15 years ago; 500 coal power plants have closed or are scheduled to and in 2021 coal consumption amounted to 10.8% of the country&rsquo;s total energy consumption, the lowest amount since 1964.<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[1]</a> Most of the lost U.S. coal capacity was replaced by natural gas, with additional contributions from renewables.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">In the UK, the birthplace of the industrial revolution, coal-fired electricity has&nbsp;almost disappeared&nbsp;and now supplies only 5 percent of power.<a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[2]</a> In both countries, the replacement of coal by natural gas and renewables is reducing both CO2&nbsp;emissions and air pollution from particulates, mercury, sulphur, and lead - saving lives as a result.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The panel observed that the implementation of the Paris Agreement is an evolutionary journey, that will involve big and small incremental steps. Increasing ambitions, in terms of the Paris Agreement requires a commitment to transform the way energy is produced, transported, and used globally; and the experts are of the view that natural gas has a major role to play in the push for energy transition. Also because of its versatility, natural gas, as the cleanest fossil fuel, has the best prospect for synergy with renewables, when compared to coal and oil.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Although natural gas produces less CO2&nbsp;&nbsp; than coal, it still produces carbon pollution, and therefore slows, but does not solve, the climate problem. During the dialogue it was stressed that to meet targets set in the Paris Agreement, natural gas should be used in conjunction with low carbon technologies and that natural gas plants are carbon capture ready.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Electricity plants, of whatever fuel, are probably the best examples of where to install carbon capture. The carbon dioxide generated from electricity plants are usually concentrated in the post combustion phase of burning, making carbon capture feasible. However, the number of such plants utilising carbon capture worldwide, is still relatively small, only in the tens of thousands, and this needs to be addressed.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">To keep up to date with the Foundation&rsquo;s latest news and to learn more on the energy industry, be sure to visit our website (<a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">https://www.abhafoundation.org/</a>) and follow us on Twitter @AlAttiyahFndn.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>By: The Al-Attiyah Foundation</p>\r\n\r\n<div>&nbsp;</div>\r\n', '2023-05-30 10:57:13', 1, ''),
(85, 1, 'Sustainable Development Goals & Energy Nexus', '2017-11-27', '9 : 11 AM', '<p><strong>2017 Book Sustainable Development Goals &amp; Energy Nexus Launch</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>Sustainable development is undoubtedly one of the biggest challenges the world continues to face today. We live in a world where more than 800 million people still live in extreme poverty; one out of nine people are starving; 2.5 billion without access to clean water; and 1.3 billion people have no access to modern electricity.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As the world continues to grapple with ways to provide enough dependable, affordable and sustainable energy to meet rising global demand the ongoing environmental challenges facing the oil and gas sector are expected to continue.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>This publication, entitled Sustainable Development Goals and Energy Nexus, is expected to be a valuable and timely contribution by the Al-Attiyah Foundation to the efforts of the energy sector to meet its environmental and sustainability challenges. While only a few of the SDGs are often seen as directly linked to energy, this publication examines the connectivity between energy and each of the 17 SDGs.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Download the Nexus&nbsp;<a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/Documents/corporate-identity/Energy%20and%20Sustainability%20Report%202017.pdf\">HERE</a></p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 12:04:10', 1, ''),
(86, 1, 'Global experts come together to discuss CCUS at the latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable', '2022-06-08', '9 : 50 AM', '<p>Internationally renowned experts and top decision-makers came together to share their insights and perspectives on the current and future role of Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) in the fight against climate change at the latest CEO Roundtable held by the Al-Attiyah Foundation.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 12:22:10', 1, ''),
(87, 1, 'A wake-up call? The Russia-Ukraine conflict could accelerate the adoption of renewable energy', '2022-05-01', '9 : 50 AM', '<p>The 26th UN Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP26), held in Glasgow in late 2021, was hotly anticipated. The summit was delayed by a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic and expectations for substantive results, such as &lsquo;consigning coal to history&rsquo; and increasing climate finance to support climate action in the least developed countries, were high.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>After frenetic last-minute negotiations, diplomats from nearly 200 countries struck a major agreement aimed at intensifying efforts to fight climate change. Pledges which drew the most attention were the phase-down of coal and fossil fuel subsidies, end of international financing for fossil fuels, accord on zero-emissions vehicles, global methane reductions, and the financial alliance for net zero</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 12:27:23', 1, ''),
(88, 1, 'The catalyst for change? The EU’s climate strategy sends ripple effects across the world', '2022-04-01', '9 : 50 AM', '<p>The catalyst for change? The EU&rsquo;s climate strategy sends ripple effects across the world</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Large corporations are set to pump huge sums of money into the fight against climate change as the European Union&rsquo;s green taxonomy of sustainable investments comes into effect. The EU&rsquo;s Taxonomy is a technical rulebook that identifies sustainable activities that contribute to the bloc&rsquo;s green transition and comply with the Paris Agreement under the EU Green Deal.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 12:30:38', 1, ''),
(89, 1, 'Industry leaders discuss how hydrogen is changing the energy mix at the Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable   ', '2022-03-01', '9 : 50 AM', '<p>Internationally renowned experts and top decision makers came together to share their insights and perspectives on the current and future role of hydrogen in the world&rsquo;s energy mix at the quarterly CEO Roundtable hosted by the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 12:39:02', 1, ''),
(90, 1, 'A Game Changer? Sovereign Wealth Funds to Shake up the Race to Net-Zero with Their Billions', '2022-02-01', '9 : 50 AM', '<p>The investment decisions of Sovereign Wealth Funds (SWFs) are of vital importance in determining the pace of the ongoing energy transition and mitigating climate change, reports the Al-Attiyah Foundation in its latest Energy Report titled <em>The Role of Sovereign Wealth Funds in Energy</em>.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>SWFs are large institutional investors with a fiduciary responsibility to their respective governments. The top 100 SWFs have total assets estimated at US$ 9,404bn. Of this, the top 10 account for 72% and the top 20 for 90%. 11 out of the top 20 are funded primarily by natural resource earnings, namely oil and gas in every case except that of Russia which also includes some hard minerals.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">SWFs have specific features that make them important players in the progression of the global energy sector. Firstly, they are long-term institutional investors whose investment styles and capital allocation are important in achieving the UN&rsquo;s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement target of limiting global warming to below 2&deg;C.<br />\r\n&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">Secondly, their investment strategies and investment horizons are an important driver in fulfilling the financing requirements and filling the large gaps across the energy and utilities sectors between actual levels and what is required to meet the goals of reducing emissions and energy poverty.<br />\r\n<br />\r\nAnd thirdly, their investment decisions as &ldquo;large pockets of capital&rdquo; have an important effect on setting a global precedent across capital markets, which at times is enhanced by their co-investment strategies with other global institutional investors and SWFs from countries that share similar regulatory and energy roles.<br />\r\n&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">Despite the potential to affect positive change, Caisse des Depots (CDC) is the only SWF to have established an official strategy for reducing exposure to fossil fuel, the report found. In 2015 CDC joined the United Nation&rsquo;s Portfolio Decarbonization Coalition (PDC), a group which aims to support greenhouse gas emissions cuts by &ldquo;mobilizing a critical mass of institutional investors committed to gradually decarbonising their portfolios.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">And in 2019, the CDC renewed its sustainability policy to incorporate the UN&rsquo;s SDGs. Among other parts of the policy, the CDC pledged to &ldquo;increase the allocation to projects that support the transition to a low-carbon economy, with 20 million EUROS financed between 2018 and 2020 and new targets being developed in conjunction with the new EU Sustainable Finance taxonomy.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">Aside from CDC, other SWFs have started to take more prominent positions in the energy transition. The &ldquo;One Planet Sovereign Wealth Funds Initiative&rdquo; was founded in 2017 by the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), Public Investment Fund (PIF), Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), Kuwait Investment Authority (KIA), Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM) and New Zealand Superannuation Fund (NZDF). It currently includes 19 sovereign funds around the world working to incorporate sustainable investing and hedge against climate change risks.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">The six founding members said in statement that by using the Framework created for the initiative &ldquo;SWFs can reinforce their long-term value creation, improve their risk-return profile, and increase long-term portfolio resilience by factoring and integrating climate issues into their decision-making.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"margin-right:7px\">To learn more on the role Sovereign Wealth Funds will play in the transition to renewables download the paper for free by visiting the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s website at <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">https://www.abhafoundation.org</a>.<em> </em></p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 12:42:07', 1, ''),
(91, 1, 'Turning promises into policies! Europe Raises the Bar in the Fight Against Climate Change', '2022-01-01', '9 : 50 AM', '<p>The European Union is attempting to turn promises into policies with its &lsquo;Fit for 55&rsquo; climate bill, the Al-Attiyah Foundation reports in its latest Sustainability Paper titled <em>&lsquo;The Progress of Green New Deals in Europe and the US&rsquo;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In July 2021, the European Commission presented a dozen legislative proposals to ensure its climate and energy laws fit the ambition of a 55% cut in carbon emissions by 2030, compared with 1990 levels. From phasing out the internal combustion engine to forest protection, no sector of the EU economy will go untouched.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The most radical, and possibly contentious, proposal in the &lsquo;Fit for 55&rsquo; bill would impose tariffs on certain imports from countries with less stringent climate-protection rules. The proposals also include eliminating the sales of new gas- and diesel-powered cars in just 14 years and raising the price of using fossil fuels.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Citizens of the EU would also get more help to insulate their homes and buy green vehicles, through the EU &ldquo;social climate fund&rdquo;.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;Our current fossil fuel economy has reached its limit. We want to leave the next generation a healthy planet as well as good jobs and growth that does not hurt our nature. Europe was the first continent to declare to be climate neutral in 2050, and now we are the very first ones to put a concrete roadmap on the table.&rdquo; the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, said at a news conference in Brussels as the plans were unveiled.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The legislation, which could be passed into law in 2022, follows years of pledges from the 27-country bloc. Ahead of the Paris Agreement in 2015, the EU committed to cutting its emissions to &ldquo;at least 40%&rdquo; below 1990 levels by 2030 and to 80% below 1990 by 2050. In December 2020, political leaders endorsed a new target to cut emissions to &ldquo;at least 55%&rdquo; below 1990 levels by 2030 and to reach &ldquo;climate neutrality&rdquo; (net-zero) by 2050.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The legislative proposals are some of the most aggressive and detailed for reaching a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. They have risen the bar for other large emitters such as the United States who, in December 2021, failed to push through congress a bill that would have been the country&#39;s largest climate change investment ever.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The climate portion of the &lsquo;Build Back Better Plan&rsquo; included $555 billion aimed at moving the American economy away from its 150-year-old reliance on fossil fuels and toward clean energy sources. Instead of penalties to punish polluters, the bill offers incentives for industries, utilities and individuals to shift from burning oil, gas and coal for energy and transportation to using wind, solar and other forms of power that do not emit carbon dioxide. President Joe Biden said in January 2022 that his administration is still &ldquo;confident we can get pieces, big chunks&rdquo; of the bill passed including sufficient &ldquo;support for the $500 billion plus for energy and the environment.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To download the paper for free and learn more on energy and sustainability, visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s website at <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">https://www.abhafoundation.org</a>.<em> </em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 13:19:47', 1, ''),
(92, 1, 'The Time to Act Is Now! Drastic and Immediate Change Needed to Avoid Catastrophic Climate Change', '2021-12-10', '', '<p>Many countries and companies have pledged to be carbon neutral by 2050 or soon after, however the path to such a scenario is littered with obstacles. Scientists have devised plans that outline how net-zero emissions can be reached by 2050. Some rely solely on renewable energy, as many environmentalists prefer, others lean on other technologies such as nuclear power or carbon capture. Each approach carries different social and economic trade-offs. However, most researchers agree that drastic changes in society and technological advancements are needed over the next decade to stay on pace for net-zero by the mid-century.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 13:21:27', 1, ''),
(93, 1, 'COP26: Pressure Mounts on Oil and Gas Producers', '2021-12-02', '9 : 50 AM', '<p>COP26 means a lot more scrutiny for oil and gas producers, adding momentum to their growing focus on measuring and preventing greenhouse gas emissions from production and transportation.<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nWhile there was no global agreement to control the use or production of oil and gas, the UN Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow in early November increased the pressure on producers to address greenhouse gas emissions. For a start, there was no trace of the climate scepticism that went with previous conferences, and there was little disagreement about the end goal of full decarbonisation, or at least carbon neutrality.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 13:22:57', 1, ''),
(94, 1, 'Listen to Our Special European Interview Series', '2021-07-10', '', '<p>With an ever-growing base of international experts, Al-Attiyah Awards Alumni, and personal friends of H.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, the Foundation has started a special set of high-level European Energy Industry interviews in 2020, which have continued into 2021.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 13:25:53', 1, ''),
(95, 1, 'Spotlight Conversation with H.E. Al-Attiyah at Doha Forum', '2019-12-10', '', '<p>Qatar is on track to become the world&rsquo;s largest producer of liquefied natural gas (LNG), the country&rsquo;s former energy minister stressed on Saturday during a discussion at the Doha Forum, which concludes on December 15.<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nH.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, the chairman of the Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development, made the statement during the forum&rsquo;s special session titled &lsquo;Spotlight Conversation with H.E. Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah.&rdquo; Al-Attiyah recalled Qatar&rsquo;s journey in the oil and gas industry and how it emerged as a leading producer of LNG through its partnerships with major oil and gas companies in the US and Europe. &ldquo;Since discovering liquid gas, Qatar emerged as among the biggest producers of LNG worldwide,&rdquo; Al-Attiyah noted, adding that the country&rsquo;s success in the hydrocarbon sector enabled it to create a wide range of downstream industries in the succeeding years.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 13:27:43', 1, ''),
(96, 1, 'Global Energy Experts at the 10th Bosphorus Summit', '2019-11-10', '10 : 57 AM', '<p>Al-Attiyah Foundation think tank hosts global energy experts at the 10th Bosphorus Summit to explore the re-ordering of energy sources<br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nThe Al-Attiyah Foundation, the leading energy and sustainable development think tank based in Qatar, hosted world energy experts for two engaging panel sessions focused on the &lsquo;Geo-politics of Energy and Transitions to a New World Order&rsquo;, at the 10th Bosphorus Summit in Istanbul, Turkey, on 28th November 2019.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 13:29:29', 0, ''),
(97, 1, 'Climate Change: How risky to Qatar and the world', '2019-08-20', '', '<p>Climate Change.&nbsp; The two words that are hitting global headlines daily; causing huge concern for some and potentially ignored by many.&nbsp;&nbsp; The World Economic Forum (WEF) suggest we are sleep walking into a catastrophe, whilst others believe innovation, collaboration and swift action now, could reverse the trend.&nbsp; In the recent Sustainability Digest, the Al-Attiyah Foundation explored the current situation and asks: how risky is climate change to Qatar and the world?</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 13:32:01', 1, ''),
(98, 1, 'Countries must triple their efforts to meet the 2-degree target outlined in the Paris Agreement', '2019-08-19', '', '<p>The end of 2018 marked two years since the ratification of the Paris Agreement, and two years from the first call for more ambitious pledges.&nbsp; The international community is cautiously observing collective efforts to reduce emissions.&nbsp; The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Special Report on the impacts of global warming of 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels, concludes that staying well below two degrees is still within reach, but time is running out and deep emission reductions are a necessity in the coming decades.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 14:08:19', 1, ''),
(99, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation hosts global experts to explore: “Petrochemicals and the changing trends in refineries”', '2019-07-19', '', '<p>We live in a time of economic uncertainty.&nbsp; Energy is buffeted by potential responses to climate change and the need to reduce CO2 emissions on the one hand, whilst responding to a growing world population and progressing towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable (SDGs) on the other.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 14:10:05', 1, ''),
(100, 1, '2018 Al-Attiyah Foundation Annual Report', '2019-03-20', '', '<p>The Foundation&rsquo;s 2018 Annual Report is published to demonstrate its commitment to transparency and accountability in the way we work. The document is an integral publication, not only listing the Foundations activity for the preceding year, but also demonstrating the organisations drive to continue to be an internationally respected independent think tank that is a thought leader focussed on global energy and sustainable development topics.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 14:11:23', 1, ''),
(101, 1, 'Corporate Social Responsibility: Best Practice Guidelines Handbook', '2018-10-10', '10 : 57 AM', '<p>The latest book from the Al-Attiyah Foundation &ndash; Best Practice Guidelines for Corporate Social Responsibility &ndash; is based on the premise that the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) serve as a good blueprint for framing corporate social responsibility (CSR) of companies and organisations, as well as how progress in approaches to sustainable development is influencing CSR practices.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 14:15:06', 1, ''),
(102, 1, 'Can electric vehicles really threaten future energy demand?', '2018-08-06', '', '<p>The subject of peak oil and gas demand has recently risen to prominence.&nbsp; From concerns over &lsquo;peak supply&rsquo; in the early 2000s, there is now debate over whether the demand for oil and gas is set to decline and, if so, when and how quickly.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; In its latest research report, the Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development looked at a number of major forecasts that assumed there will be a slowing of demand growth, and a shift away from coal and oil towards gas and renewables, driven by demographic change, economic maturity, and environmental concerns.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 14:16:08', 1, ''),
(103, 1, '2022 FIFA World Cup™ - A Showcase of Sustainability in Qatar', '2018-07-10', '', '<p>Whether you are a football fan or not, the FIFA World Cup&trade; cannot pass you by. The sporting event which attracts over three billion viewers worldwide and around three million attendees is a spectacle which brings people together, young and old, as they passionately support their home nation. This year&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup&trade; did not disappoint.&nbsp; From Brazil leaving the tournament in the Quarter finals, to four-time winner Italy, not even making it to the tournament, the event had the world captivated. And with the excessive growth of social media; the commentary, the jokes and statistics travelled instantly across the globe, adding to the football fever.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 14:17:29', 1, ''),
(104, 1, 'The Cost of Climate Change - $535tn', '2018-07-08', '', '<p>Future generations will be handed a massive bill, that could amount to $535tn, resulting from the cost of climate change due to delays in implementing significant changes to reduce greenhouse gases. These were the findings from a new research to calculate the cost of the Negative CO2 Emissions technology needed to remove carbon dioxide from air in order to avoid the risks of climate change. The study was conducted by an international team of experts led by the American climatologist scientist James Hansen; previously the director of Nasa&rsquo;s Goddard Institute for Space Studies and published at Earth Systems Dynamics.</p>\r\n', '2023-06-08 14:19:08', 1, ''),
(105, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and the Middle East Institute Sign Memorandum of Understanding, Strengthening Relationship and Facilitating Further Collaboration', '2023-07-04', '11 : 19 AM', '<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and the Middle East Institute (MEI) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore avenues of cooperation on projects related to energy and sustainability initiatives in the Middle East.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">His Excellency, Dr. Mohammed Bin Saleh Al-Sada, a Member of the Board of Trustees at the Al-Attiyah Foundation, and Mr. Paul Salem, President, and CEO of the MEI, ratified the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations at the Foundation&rsquo;s premises in Doha and the MEI&rsquo;s headquarters in Washington D.C.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">His Excellency Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, expressed his pride at the burgeoning relationship between both institutions: &ldquo;Since its inception, the Al-Attiyah Foundation has sought to create and strengthen bonds with prestigious institutions in the State of Qatar and worldwide.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&ldquo;This MoU establishes a strategic partnership between the two parties and seeks to enhance means of cooperation in a number of areas, the most prominent of which is the exchange of experiences in the academic and research fields, and the shared use of experts in various aspects of common interest such as sustainable development,&rdquo; His Excellency concluded.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The MoU is &ldquo;an ideal opportunity for the Institute to collaborate with regional partners on the challenges and opportunities related to the energy transition,&rdquo; said Mr. Paul Salem.</p>\r\n', '2023-07-04 13:50:13', 1, ''),
(106, 1, 'Are Volatile Energy Markets Slowing the Energy Transition?', '2023-06-07', '7 : 22 AM', '<p>Energy transition institutions within academia, research organisations, the private sector, and the energy industry have all been developing and updating energy transition scenarios. While these organisations have different methodologies and varying assumptions, most of their scenarios are not optimistic about the world meeting targets set by the Paris Agreement. For the second CEO Roundtable of 2023, international experts will provide new insights into short and long-term scenario planning and discuss whether volatile energy markets are slowing or accelerating the energy transition.</p>\r\n', '2023-08-29 09:54:57', 0, 'Are Volatile Energy Markets Slowing the Energy Transition?'),
(107, 1, 'Taking Centre Stage: Natural Gas to Be a Driving Force in the Road to Net Zero', '2023-07-15', '7 : 13 AM', '<p>Natural gas producers such as Qatar have a pivotal role to play in the energy transition despite concerns around its impact on the environment, the Al-Attiyah Foundation reports in its latest Sustainability Research Paper <em>&lsquo;The Role of Natural Gas &ndash; Transition Fuel or Part of the Long-Term Global Energy Mix?&rsquo;</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>As the world continues to grapple with the urgent need to address climate change and to transition to sustainable energy systems, the role of natural gas in the global energy mix has become subject of intense debate.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The use of natural gas in the past decades has provided numerous benefits, such as relatively lower greenhouse gas emissions, enhanced energy market stability, and economic returns. Its abundance, affordability, low level of local air pollutants linked to its use and widespread infrastructure has made it an attractive option for power generation, industrial processes, and heating. The flexibility of natural gas-fired power plants has also allowed them to complement intermittent renewable energy sources, providing stability to the grid.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>However, doubts remain regarding its long-term viability and compatibility with carbon-neutral future objectives.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Methane, the primary component of natural gas, is a potent greenhouse gas with a much higher warming potential than carbon dioxide. Methane can warm the planet more than 80 times as much as the same amount of carbon dioxide over a 20-year period if it escapes into the atmosphere before being burned. Therefore, methane leakage during extraction, transportation, and distribution can significantly offset the emission benefits of natural gas.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>A peer-reviewed study conducted by researchers from Harvard, Duke Universities and NASA and published in the journal <em>Environmental Research Letters</em>, found that it takes as little as a 0.2 percent gas leakage rate to make natural gas as big a driver of climate change as coal &ndash; a small margin of error.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Furthermore, researchers found that the global oil and gas industry is leaking more methane than the United States government thinks. A 2018 study from the journal <em>Science, </em>puts the rate of methane leakage from domestic oil and gas operations in the United States at 2.3 percent of total production per year, which is 60 percent higher than the current estimate from the Environmental Protection Agency.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Despite concerns regarding it cleanness, natural gas is set to play key part in the path to a more diverse energy mix in the coming decades.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Concerns have been somewhat assuaged after 150 countries, including the United States and most of the big oil producers other than Russia, pledged to reduce methane emissions from oil and gas by at least 30% by 2030 at the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. If those pledges are met, the result would be equivalent to eliminating the greenhouse gas emissions from all of the world&rsquo;s cars, trucks, buses and all two- and three-wheeled vehicles, according to the International Energy Agency.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Also in 2022, the world&rsquo;s biggest liquified natural gas (LNG) producer, QatarEnergy, joined the Aiming for <em>Zero Methane Emissions Initiative</em>, an industry-led initiative that aims to reach near zero methane emissions from operated oil and gas assets by 2030.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Natural gas&rsquo; role as a bridge fuel is also highlighted by initiatives such as <em>Just Energy Transition Partnerships</em> (JETPs) which have been signed by Indonesia, Senegal, South Africa, and Vietnam. Signatories of such pacts have committed to retiring existing and preventing new coal power plant capacity and replacing it by renewables. In case of intermittency of the latter, natural gas power plants may become crucial to bolster grid stability. Given limited resources of natural gas within these countries significant gas imports will be required. As most of the emerging economies have a net zero target date of 2060 or even 2070, it would be attractive to build new natural gas infrastructure.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To read the full report and to learn more about the latest developments in the energy industry, visit&nbsp; <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/\" style=\"color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline\">https://www.abhafoundation.org/</a></p>\r\n', '2023-08-31 09:53:20', 1, 'Natural gas producers such as Qatar have a pivotal role to play in the energy transition despite concerns around its impact on the environment'),
(108, 1, 'LNG Now a Global Fuel in Response to Volatile Markets', '2023-06-14', '', '<p>LNG is advancing towards becoming a global commodity following the expansion of markets, growing volumes, and liquidity, and increase in spot-market transactions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As buyers push for destination-flexible contracting and trading that allows them to resell or swap LNG cargoes, vessels are gaining more freedom to trade, and market players are better optimising their positions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>These trends have brought new players to the LNG industry, which traditionally comprised a small group of participants. According to the International Group of Liquefied Natural Gas Importers, the number of LNG importing markets has increased almost fivefold since the 1990s. <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/reports_web\">To watch video, click here.</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2023-08-31 10:19:58', 1, 'LNG is advancing towards becoming a global commodity following the expansion of markets, growing volumes, and liquidity, and increase in spot-market transactions.'),
(109, 1, 'The Future of Offshore Renewables', '2023-06-30', '', '<p>Offshore renewable resources can be captured through various technologies such as offshore fixed or floating wind turbines, floating solar photovoltaic panels, wave and tidal conversion systems, and other ocean energy technologies such as ocean thermal energy conversion and salinity gradient. What is driving the outlook for these technologies? What is driving their costs? What are the synergies among these technologies and with offshore oil &amp; gas projects? What will offshore renewable energy hubs of the future look like?</p>\r\n', '2023-08-31 10:28:09', 1, 'Offshore renewable resources can be captured through various technologies such as offshore fixed or floating wind turbines, floating solar photovoltaic panels');
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(110, 1, 'Are Volatile Energy Markets Slowing the Energy Transition?', '2023-06-07', '10 : 22 AM', '<p><br />\r\n&nbsp;<br />\r\nEnergy transition institutions within academia, research organisations, the private sector, and the energy industry have all been developing and updating energy transition scenarios. While these organisations have different methodologies and varying assumptions, most of their scenarios are not optimistic about the world meeting targets set by the Paris Agreement. For the second CEO Roundtable of 2023, international experts will provide new insights into short and long-term scenario planning and discuss whether volatile energy markets are slowing or accelerating the energy transition.</p>\r\n', '2023-08-31 12:54:30', 1, 'Are Volatile Energy Markets Slowing the Energy Transition?'),
(111, 1, 'MENA Natural Gas Markets During a European Energy Crisis Energy', '2023-05-30', '10 : 56 AM', '<p>The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has always been a strategic cornerstone of the European energy mix, but now it has gained newfound value for the continent as it adapts rapidly to a &ldquo;Russia-less&rdquo; energy world. In the shortterm, these MENA countries are set to be instrumental to European energy security.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>How has the current European energy crisis impacted MENA natural producers and exporters? What is the impact on European energy relations with North Africa, Eastern Mediterranean, and GCC gas exporters? How has this affected the prospects for the green transition across these countries?</p>\r\n', '2023-08-31 13:29:48', 1, 'MENA Natural Gas Markets During a European Energy Crisis Energy'),
(112, 1, 'Energy Efficiency in High-Rise Buildings in Desert Climates', '2023-06-25', '10 : 56 AM', '<p>The Gulf region has witnessed a significant increase in its number of skyscrapers over the past few decades. This trend of high-rise buildings in the Middle East can be mainly divided into two distinct phases. The first phase, from 1990 to 2000, was marked by the dominance of oil exploration and profits, which prioritised economic growth over energy efficiency. While the second phase was characterised by a shift towards sustainable design and greater awareness towards energy efficiency and financial savings associated with it.</p>\r\n', '2023-08-31 13:34:54', 1, 'Energy Efficiency in High-Rise Buildings in Desert Climates'),
(113, 1, 'Turning Water into Energy? Global Experts Discuss the Role of Hydrogen in the Race to Net Zero at the Latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable', '2023-09-06', '2 : 34 PM', '<p><em>Doha: Sep 06th, 2023</em></p>\r\n\r\n<p>At the latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable, top decision makers, internationally renowned experts and captains of industry came together to examine the opportunities and practical problems associated with using hydrogen as a fuel.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The high-profile event, titled &lsquo;Hydrogen Technology - From Strategy to Delivery&rsquo;, was held on the 6th of September in Doha and moderated by the acclaimed broadcaster, Nawied Jabarkhyl. The discussion featured guest speakers: David Hart, Partner at ERM: Environmental Resources Management; Gagan Porwal, Head of International Market Partnerships - Carbon Solutions at GE Vernova; Joe Seifert, CEO at Vertex Hydrogen Limited; and Mohannad T. Al-Suwaidan, Chief Middle East and Africa Analyst at Energy Security Analysis Incorporated (ESAI Energy).</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>At the core of the forum, guests discussed how clean hydrogen, which is produced with renewable or nuclear energy, or fossil fuels using carbon capture, can help to decarbonise a range of sectors where it has proven difficult to reduce emissions such as long-haul transport, chemicals, and iron and steel.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Attendees were optimistic on &ldquo;green&rdquo; hydrogen, which is extracted from water by electrolysis using electricity generated by renewable energy sources (wind, solar, hydro), as countries transition to low emission economies and pointed to the large investment in projects in the MENA region as testament to its potential.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The panel also discussed &ldquo;Blue&rdquo; ammonia. &ldquo;Blue&rdquo; ammonia is a low carbon intensity fuel that can be used in industrial applications. It is made from nitrogen and &ldquo;blue&rdquo; hydrogen derived from natural gas feedstocks, with the carbon dioxide byproduct from hydrogen production captured and stored.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>An attendee noted that Qatar can be a leader in this field as it is in the process of building the world&#39;s largest &ldquo;blue&rdquo; ammonia facility with a capacity of 1.2mn tonnes per annum.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In August 2022, QatarEnergy Renewable Solutions (QRS) and Qatar Fertiliser Company (QAFCO) signed an agreement for the construction of the Ammonia-7 project, which is expected to come into operation by the first quarter of 2026.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As part of the project, QRS will develop and manage integrated CCS facilities capable of capturing and sequestering about 1.5 million tonnes of CO2 per annum, to cater to the new Ammonia-7 plant. It will also supply more than 35 megawatts of renewable electricity to the Ammonia-7 facility from its PV Solar Power Plant in MIC, which is currently under construction.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speaking at the CEO Roundtable, His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation and former Minister of Energy and Industry of the State of Qatar, said hydrogen deserves the full attention of the industry due to the significant role it can have in the global energy mix in the coming decades.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;It was wonderful to hear expert insights from guest speakers and attendees on a topic that only going to become more pertinent. Hydrogen is a versatile energy carrier and with significant investment in the coming decades can help tackle various critical energy challenges. Furthermore, the Gulf region is in pole position to become a major producer and exporter of hydrogen in addition to fossil fuels. The region boasts enormous renewable energy resources and has the necessary space to produce green hydrogen on a large scale,&rdquo; His Excellency Al-Attiyah remarked at the event.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more on hydrogen and its potential impact on the energy transition visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation website at <a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org\">http://www.abhafoundation.org</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>By: The Al-Attiyah Foundation</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2023-09-06 17:05:02', 1, 'Turning Water into Energy? Global Experts Discuss the Role of Hydrogen in the Race to Net Zero at the Latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable'),
(114, 1, 'Leaders and Experts Plot Path for a Sustainable Future at Groundbreaking Climate Workshop', '2023-09-12', '12 : 15 PM', '<p style=\"text-align:justify\">A milestone climate change prevention and sustainable energy workshop, organised by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) in collaboration with the Al-Attiyah Foundation, successfully concluded September 13.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The two-day function, titled &lsquo;Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and Climate Finance Mechanisms&rsquo; and held at the Dusit Hotel Doha, brought together a diverse assembly of 100 delegates and visitors from around the world to examine the opportunities and challenges surrounding the strategic implementation of Article 6, particularly in the context of the State of Qatar and the MENA Region.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Throughout the event, held on September 12 and 13, attendees participated in vibrant discussions, interactive sessions, and thematic panels that spanned a wide spectrum of topics. These dialogues explored the fundamental principles of Article 6, debated the intricacies of the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) and other Carbon Market Mechanisms outside the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), among other critical subjects.<br />\r\n<br />\r\n<br />\r\n<img alt=\"\" src=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/gallery/News_2023-09-12-2_.jpg\" style=\"height:420px; width:750px\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\n<br />\r\nThe workshop commenced with insightful speeches from H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Founder and Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation and former Minister of Energy, and H.E. Sheikh Dr. Faleh bin Nasser bin Ahmed bin Ali Al Thani, Minister of Environment and Climate Change.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speaking at the workshop, H.E. Al-Attiyah stated: &ldquo;This event takes place at a juncture where we are witnessing heightened collaboration between nations, along with initiatives fostering public-private partnerships, all in the pursuit of addressing climate change. I commend the teams for orchestrating this timely event centered around a topic that holds vast potential for enhanced cooperation among nations.&rdquo;<br />\r\n<br />\r\n<br />\r\n&ldquo;The event sought to initiate an inclusive process for crafting a suitable carbon markets strategy for Qatar. The various panel discussions strived to guarantee that all pertinent stakeholders were thoroughly briefed and up to date on the most recent global carbon markets advancements, serving as a foundation for the Qatari initiative,&rdquo; H.E. Sheikh Dr. Faleh bin Nasser bin Ahmed bin Ali Al Thani said.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/gallery/News_2023-09-12-1_1.jpg\" style=\"height:378px; width:750px\" /></p>\r\n', '2023-09-21 14:59:42', 1, 'A milestone climate change prevention and sustainable energy workshop, organised by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MoECC) in collaboration with the Al-Attiyah Foundation, successfully concluded September 13.'),
(115, 1, 'Six Stars of the Energy Industry Honoured at the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement', '2023-10-12', '9 : 55 AM', '<p>The distinguished Executive Vice President &ndash; Operations of QatarEnergy, Mr Ahmad Saif Al-Sulaiti, was among the winners of the 2023 Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement, held at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort &amp; Convention Hotel on October 11.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Over 300 dignitaries attended the prestigious event where six remarkable individuals were honoured for their illustrious careers and outstanding contributions to the energy industry.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>This year&rsquo;s winners included Professor Jonathan Stern (United Kingdom), Distinguished Research Fellow of the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, who collected the Advancement of Natural Gas prize; Professor Sally M. Benson (United States), Deputy Director for Energy at the White House Office of Science, who picked up the Advancement of Education for Future Energy Leaders gong; Professor Michael Gr&auml;tzel (Switzerland), Director of the Laboratory of Photonics and Interfaces of the &Eacute;cole Polytechnique F&eacute;d&eacute;rale de Lausanne, who won the Advancement of Renewables award; and Mr Richard Black (United Kingdom), author and former Environment Correspondent for the BBC, who was recognised with the Advancement of Energy Journalism accolade.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Mr James Mulva (United States), the pioneering former Chairman and CEO ConocoPhillips, and Mr Al-Sulaiti were recognised with the Advancement of International Energy Policy and Diplomacy and the Advancement of Qatar&rsquo;s Energy Industry awards respectively.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To ensure only the worthiest industry leaders receive the prestigious Lifetime Achievement award, the Al-Attiyah Foundation International Selection Committee selects and scores a list of outstanding candidates. The results are then aggregated to determine the winners.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>At the gala dinner, H.E. Al-Attiyah said: &ldquo;It brings me great pleasure to acknowledge the exceptional and gifted individuals for their invaluable contributions to the energy sector through the Al-Attiyah Awards. The recipients this year have made profound impacts on our industry, leaving behind impressive legacies for generations to come.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>ExxonMobil and North Oil Company sponsored this year&#39;s Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards, with support from Al-Attiyah Foundation member companies including QatarEnergy, Qatar Electricity and Water Company, WOQOD, QNB, QatarEnergy LNG, Dolphin Energy, Shell Qatar, Qatar Airways, QAPCO, ConocoPhillips, Marubueni, QAFCO, Q-Chem, Gulf Helicopters, Qatar Cool, Excelerate Energy, JTA Holding and SASOL.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>By: The Al-Attiyah Foundation</p>\r\n', '2023-10-12 14:16:52', 1, 'Six Stars of the Energy Industry Honoured at the Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards for Lifetime Achievement'),
(116, 1, 'Foundation Board Member Addresses Leaders and Scientists at the International Conference on Sustainable Energy-Water-Environment Nexus in Desert Climates', '2023-10-31', '12 : 07 PM', '<p>The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy &amp; Sustainable Development is Supporting Partner of the third International Conference on Sustainable Energy-Water-Environment Nexus in Desert Climates (ICSEWEN23) hosted by Qatar Environment &amp; Energy Research Institute (QEERI) at Hamad Bin Khalifa University (HBKU).</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>During the event, which is taking place from October 30 to November 2, H.E. Dr. Mohammed Saleh Abdulla Al Sada, a Board Member of the Foundation and former Minister of Energy and Industry for the State of Qatar, delivered a compelling keynote address. H.E. Dr. Sada emphasised the critical interdependence of water, energy, and the environment.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;Water is essential for producing energy and food. Energy is necessary for producing, treating, and distributing water. Food production depends on an environment with clean water and sustainable energy resources.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;In addition, the nexus is closely tied to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, such as Zero Hunger, Clean Water and Sanitation, Affordable, Clean Energy, and Climate Action.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;The ability to achieve each individual goal, all of which rely on the same pool of resources, without considering the resource requirements of the other goals, poses a threat to the sustainability of these resources,&rdquo; H.E. Dr. Sada said.<br />\r\n&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>ICSEWEN is the flagship conference of QEERI at HBKU, which takes place every two years. The conference brings together scientists from the region and globally to discuss critical challenges, innovative solutions and new advances in sustainable energy, water, and environment with a focus on desert climate regions.</p>\r\n', '2023-10-31 14:39:47', 1, 'Foundation Board Member Addresses Leaders and Scientists at the International Conference on Sustainable Energy-Water-Environment Nexus in Desert Climates'),
(117, 1, 'Navigating the Future: ESG Integration in Qatar Free Zones Explored at Workshop with the Al-Attiyah Foundation', '2023-11-14', '9 : 20 AM', '<p style=\"text-align:justify\">An educational workshop on Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG), jointly hosted by the Al-Attiyah Foundation and Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ), successfully concluded yesterday.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><br />\r\nThe one-day event, titled &#39;Workshop on Building Capacity for ESG in Qatar Free Zones,&#39; assembled a diverse cohort of delegates to meticulously explore the opportunities and challenges associated with integrating effective ESG strategies into businesses operating within the free zones in Qatar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><br />\r\nESG criteria, pivotal benchmarks for a company&#39;s behavior, are employed by socially conscious investors to scrutinize potential investments. Environmental criteria consider how a company safeguards the environment, including corporate policies addressing climate change. Social criteria examine how a company manages relationships with employees, suppliers, customers, and the communities where it operates. Governance delves into a company&#39;s leadership, executive compensation, audits, internal controls, and shareholder rights.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The term &#39;ESG&#39; was coined in 2004 when a report commissioned by the United Nations, titled &#39;Who Cares Wins - Connecting Financial Markets to a Changing World,&#39; called for &quot;better inclusion of environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) factors in investment decisions.&quot;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><br />\r\nAlthough ESG struggled to gain traction with investors and institutions in the years immediately following the UN report, the term is now ubiquitous in the corporate landscape. By May 2021, it was referenced in almost a fifth of earnings calls, driven by the imperative to address climate change, along with recent events such as widespread demonstrations against racial discrimination and the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic.<br />\r\n<br />\r\nInvesting within an ESG framework currently represents the fastest-growing segment of the asset management industry. Assets in ESG funds grew by 53 percent year-on-year to $2.7 trillion in 2021, according to data provided by Morningstar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><br />\r\nThroughout the workshop, attendees heard from an array of experts, including Naif Al Suwaidi, Chief of Regulatory Affairs at QFZ who gave a welcome opening speech, Markus Reichardt, Vice President of Next-Source Materials Inc; Ted Paulus, Senior Director of Position Green; and Ahmed Elidrisy, Environment and ESG Adviser at QFZ. They shared their insights on topics such as best reporting practices for ESG, developing ESG strategies, and ESG initiatives within the QFZ.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\"><br />\r\nHis Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, the former Minister of Energy and Industry for the State of Qatar and Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, stated: &quot;Many investors and financial institutions consider it essential to align their portfolios with ESG performance. Not only can implementing effective ESG strategies improve a business&#39; impact on the environment, society, and governance bodies, but companies that perform well on ESG are better positioned for the long term and better prepared for risk and uncertainty.&quot;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">His Excellency Mr. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and Chairman of Qatar Free Zones Authority stated &ldquo;We are honored to co-host the Workshop of Building Capacity for ESG in Qatar Free Zones with the Al-Attiyah Foundation. ESG investing, in alignment with Qatar&rsquo;s Climate Change Strategy, represents a shared commitment to responsible business practices.&rdquo; He added: &ldquo;Thanks to the steadfast coordination with the Al-Attiyah Foundation, we embark on a journey towards a future where responsible business conduct is ingrained in our operations. This workshop serves as a catalyst for enduring positive change in environmental, social, and governance principles, inspiring a strengthened commitment to sustainable practices beyond these discussions.&rdquo; Al-Sayed concluded.</p>\r\n', '2023-11-16 12:00:48', 1, 'Navigating the Future: ESG Integration in Qatar Free Zones Explored at Workshop with the Al-Attiyah Foundation'),
(118, 1, 'Top Decision Makers Offer a Comprehensive Analysis of 2023 Energy Trends and Future Climate Action in 2024 at the Latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable', '2023-12-06', '7 : 32 AM', '<p>At the latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable, top decision makers, internationally renowned experts and dignitaries came together to reflect on the key events in the energy industry of the passing year and discuss what might be significant in the months to come.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The high-profile event, titled &lsquo;Reflecting on 2023 and Shaping Climate Action in 2024&rsquo;, was held on the 6th of December in Doha and moderated by the acclaimed broadcaster, Mr. Axel Threlfall. The discussion featured guest speakers: Professor Paul Stevens, Professor Emeritus at the University of Dundee and distinguished fellow at the Institute of Energy Economics Japan (IEEJ); Professor Graham Weale, Professor of Energy Economics at Ruhr University Bochum; Mr. Alan Gelder, VP Refining, Chemicals and Oil Markets at Wood Mackenzie; Mr. Robin Mills, CEO at Qamar Energy; and Mr. Chris Gentle, Senior Advisor, Partnerships and New Ventures at the World Energy Council.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The &ldquo;Trilemma for Energy&rdquo; formed the basis of the session&rsquo;s analysis of trends witnessed over the past 12 months and predictions for 2024. The Trilemma is a framework of three objectives that energy policymakers need to balance, and which is often used as a guide in designing energy policy. The trilemma comprises of sustainability which involves decarbonising energy; security that seeks to ensure the security and reliability of energy supplies; and affordability which involves minimising the cost of energy to consumers.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>With reference to the sustainability segment of the Trilemma, guests spoke of how stakeholders are increasingly demanding greater accountability from companies across sectors, challenging them to keep pace with rapidly evolving environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting guidelines.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>It was also noted, the major effect of ongoing global political tensions has been supply chain disruptions. With European nations facing the challenge of lessening dependencies on Russian gas, minimising supply shortages and disruptions while prioritising energy efficiency and conservation has been thrust front and centre.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As less efficient supply chains contributed to general inflation in project engineering supplies, central banks responded by raising interest rates, further influencing project economics. However, there are indications that these rates and inflation may have plateaued, with an expected decline to 6.6 percent in 2023 and 4.3 percent in 2024, though still above pre-pandemic levels.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Guests also speculated on the lingering and indirect impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on a global scale. China&#39;s adherence to its zero-COVID strategy, marked by lockdowns and stringent controls, continued to hamper manufacturing output and delay ocean freight during 2023.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Sourcing from Chinese manufacturers was chief among supply chain risks in 2023, according to analytics firm Everstream&rsquo;s annual risk report. The analysis gave a 90% risk score to the possibility of delays and cancellations from China-based suppliers, noting the continued likelihood of localised COVID-19 disruptions in the country.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/gallery/News_2023-12-06-inbody.jpg\" style=\"height:405px; width:740px\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speaking at the CEO Roundtable, His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation and former Minister of Energy and Industry of the State of Qatar, said: &ldquo;It was wonderful to hear expert insights from guest speakers and attendees as reflect on the past year and look forward to 2024. We find ourselves standing at the crossroads of energy and sustainability. The events of 2023, as discussed in this CEO Roundtable, underscore the intricate dance of the &#39;Trilemma for Energy&#39;&mdash;a delicate balance between sustainability, security, and affordability. In this dynamic landscape, where uncertainties persist, we must navigate towards a future that embraces sustainability without compromising security and affordability.&rdquo;<br />\r\nTo learn more on hydrogen and its potential impact on the energy transition visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation website at <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org\">http://www.abhafoundation.org</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>By: The Al-Attiyah Foundation</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2023-12-07 10:05:59', 1, 'Top Decision Makers Offer a Comprehensive Analysis of 2023 Energy Trends and Future Climate Action in 2024 at the Latest Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable'),
(119, 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation at COP28: Natural Gas and Hydrogen to Spearhead the Energy Transition ', '2023-12-12', '8 : 17 AM', '<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The important role of natural gas and hydrogen in the energy transition were highlighted by industry leaders and global experts during impactful dialogue sessions and presentations at the Al-Attiyah Foundation pavilion in the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Foundation&rsquo;s pavilion, located in the Blue Zone, brought together an array of specialists to discuss pertinent energy and sustainability topics for large audiences attending in-person and online.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>During an enlightening discussion on the role of natural gas in combating climate change, distinguished speakers Mohammad Amin Naderian and Dr. Abubakar Abbas from the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), Robin Mills from Qamar Energy and Howard Bevan from the Foundation agreed that producers such as Qatar have a pivotal role to play as countries around the world strive to meet net-zero targets. It was noted that natural gas is versatile, serving as an energy source for all sectors, including heating, cooking, and industrial applications, and produces far fewer greenhouse gas emissions than coal, emitting about half the CO2.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Experts also explained that in the short to medium term, and in conjunction with renewables and carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS), new natural gas developments can complement the decarbonisation of the energy sector. CCUS is a suite of technologies to capture CO2 from carbon-emitting processes and to store it safely for the long term in underground rock formations or convert it into useful products or stable minerals.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>According to a United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) report, CCUS offers a real prospect for natural gas to work with renewable energy sources on decarbonisation, helping to address the problem of how to cope with hard-to-abate emissions from heavy industry, notably steel, cement, and petrochemicals.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Earlier this year, QatarEnergy outlined pioneering plans to scale up its CCUS and solar power generation capabilities as part of its drive to significantly reduce the carbon footprint at its facilities. In an update of its sustainability strategy, QatarEnergy revealed it will develop &ldquo;carbon capture and storage technology to capture over 11mn tonnes per annum of CO2 in Qatar by 2035.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>On day four of the conference, the Foundation welcomed Nimir Elbashir from Texas A&amp;M University in Qatar and David Hart from ERM to share their expert insights on hydrogen and its role in the energy mix in the coming decades. Hydrogen, the lightest and most abundant element in the universe, can be used for a wide range of applications, including power generation, energy storage, and transportation (particularly heavy transportation such as shipping and trucking).</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Hydrogen is also a possible method of obtaining high levels of process heat for some industries such as steel and cement and an essential intermediary in the petrochemical industries. Hydrogen produced from natural gas also remains an essential component in the &ldquo;fixing of nitrogen&rdquo;, a process which for decades has been used to produce ammonia-based fertilisers. Ammonia production will therefore play a vital role in delivering sufficient fertiliser to feed the planet&rsquo;s growing population.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speakers said that the GCC region is in a pole position to become a major producer and exporter of hydrogen. The region boasts enormous renewable energy resources and has the necessary space to produce green hydrogen on a large scale. It is also close to major demand centres like the European Union and Asia.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Qatar recently announced its intention to build the world&#39;s biggest blue ammonia plant with a production capacity of approximately 1.2mn tonnes of ammonia per year, slated to open in 2026.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To learn more about the energy transition and to view all of the Foundation&rsquo;s dialogues and presentations from COP28, visit the Al Attiyah Foundation YouTube channel.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2023-12-14 10:47:56', 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation at COP28: Natural Gas and Hydrogen to Spearhead the Energy Transition '),
(120, 1, 'White Hydrogen: A Gold Mine of Clean Energy Hidden in Plain Sight', '2024-01-09', '7 : 15 AM', '<p>The National Renewable Energy Laboratory confidently states on its website that &ldquo;hydrogen does not exist freely in nature.&rdquo; It adds that &ldquo;hydrogen occurs naturally on Earth only in compound form with other elements in liquids, gases or solids.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>It is true that hydrogen is typically made from fossil fuels in a process that creates carbon emissions (so-called &ldquo;blue&rdquo; hydrogen), or by using renewable electricity and water (&ldquo;green&rdquo; hydrogen), which is very expensive.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>However, discoveries in the small village of Bourak&eacute;bougou in western Mali shatters the aforementioned claim and, in the process, has inspired a frantic worldwide search.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In 1987, a failed attempt to drill for water released a stream of odourless gas that one unlucky smoker discovered to be highly flammable. The well was quickly plugged and forgotten. But almost 20 years later, drillers on the hunt for fossil fuels confirmed the accidental discovery: hundreds of feet below the arid earth of west Africa lies an abundance of naturally occurring, or &ldquo;white&rdquo;, hydrogen.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The chemical mechanisms to explain how &quot;white&rdquo; hydrogen is produced are not well known. It is postulated that &ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen could be produced by various sources, including serpentinisation (a reaction between ultrabasic rocks and water), degassing from deep within the Earth&#39;s crust and mantle, weathering of rocks, contact between water and reducing agents in the Earth&#39;s mantle and by organic matter decomposition.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>However, it is potentially an energy source that will be emission free and relatively cheap to produce. It will only be necessary to find and drill for it.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Geologists believe that untapped reservoirs of &ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen in the United States, Australia and parts of Europe have the potential to provide the world with clean energy on a large scale. The US Geological Survey has said that even if only a small fraction of hydrogen under the Earth&rsquo;s surface could be recovered, there would probably be enough raw hydrogen to last for hundreds of years.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Efforts to locate reservoirs of &ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen are underway in many areas. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Luke Titus, founder of Gold Hydrogen, uncovered a historical hydrogen discovery in South Australia. Mr Titus was reviewing old documents from the Geological Survey of South Australia which included an analysis of data from local farmers who searched for oil using divining rods. One borehole drilled in 1921 on Kangaroo Island (South Australia) produced as much as 80% hydrogen content. Another, on the nearby Yorke peninsula (WA), was close to 70% hydrogen content. A century later, Gold Hydrogen began to explore the region and plans to begin drilling in October 2023.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>There have now been a number of other underground &nbsp;&ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen deposits identified in reservoirs in locations such as France, Mali (again), the United States and over a dozen other countries. Unfortunately, they would all be challenging to access, and the potential of the reservoirs themselves would be challenging to assess in order to determine whether it would be worthwhile to make the effort. Oil companies including Total and Engie in France (where &nbsp;&ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen has been discovered in the Lorraine mining basin), and Repsol in Spain, have taken modest steps to search for &ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>On the basis of the gas data at 1,100 metres below ground (14% hydrogen), the Lorraine deposit could contain up to 46 million tonnes of &ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen, which is to say more than half of the world&rsquo;s current annual production of &ldquo;grey&rdquo; hydrogen. This comes on top of France&rsquo;s other potential &ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen reserves currently being explored in the Alps and the Pyrenees. Other untapped deposits in Europe may exist in Spain, Germany, Kosovo, Iceland, Finland, Sweden, Poland, Serbia, Norway, Ukraine and Russia.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Although the village of Bourak&eacute;bougou might be the first to be powered by &ldquo;white&rdquo; hydrogen, the electricity grids of towns and cities across the world may soon be supplemented by an element that many believed did not exist in nature.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><u>References</u></p>\r\n\r\n<p>Prospectors hit the gas in the hunt for &lsquo;white hydrogen&rsquo; - Jillian Ambrose, the Guardian</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Unveiling the Mysteries of White Hydrogen: The Ultimate Guide - Jake Banks</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-01-10 09:47:53', 1, 'White Hydrogen: A Gold Mine of Clean Energy Hidden in Plain Sight'),
(121, 1, 'Charting a Green Horizon After COP28: MENA Region Emerging as a Key Player in the Sustainable Energy Landscape', '2024-01-23', '7 : 46 AM', '<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is set to play a pivotal role in the energy transition as more than 130 countries agree to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030 at the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference or Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, more commonly known as COP28.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">With 100,000 attendees, COP28 was the largest UNFCCC meeting to date. Held at the sprawling World Expo site in Dubai, it ended with significant achievements but also saw unexpected failures regarding important topics. It formally launched the operationalisation of the historic Loss and Damage (L&amp;D) Fund with funding pledges of about USD 0.7 billion and adopted the Global Stocktake (GST) decision that includes a groundbreaking language regarding the weaning off fossil fuels.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">However, COP28 also suffered setbacks, notably the deferral of crucial international carbon market agenda items under Article 6 and several adaptation-related topics, such as inability to take decisions on National Adaptation Plans and the Adaptation Committee report.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Alongside the formal negotiations, the conference saw the launch of several side deals and initiatives such as the Global Renewables and Energy Efficiency Pledge that seeks to triple the world&rsquo;s green energy capacity to 11,000 GW in the next six years, thereby, reducing the reliance on fossil fuels in generating energy.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">According to the pledge, countries will &ldquo;double the global average annual rate of energy efficiency improvements from around 2% to over 4% every year until 2030&rdquo;. By checking the rise in emissions, governments hope to curtail global average temperature below the 2-degree Celsius temperature limit since pre-industrial times, if not the ambitious 1.5 degree Celsius of the 2015 Paris Agreement.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The MENA region&#39;s abundant renewable resources position it as a potential major supplier of green energy and carbon credits. Technologies such as solar power, hydrogen, carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS), and direct air capture (DAC) are being actively implemented and explored by countries like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Oman, Egypt, and Morocco.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Qatar has made a promising start to its efforts to become a major player in the emerging hydrogen economy. In 2022, QatarEnergy unveiled plans for the world&rsquo;s largest blue ammonia plant. Ammonia is a hydrogen carrier that can be stored as a liquid at relatively milder conditions than hydrogen, reducing the complexity and costs associated with handling and storage, making transportation feasible over long distances. In the same year, Doha demonstrated its commitment to solar energy by bringing its Al Kharsaah Solar PV project online, the country&rsquo;s first large-scale solar venture. Qatar also plans to add two more solar plants with a combined capacity of 880 MW in the next two years, which potentially open doors for green hydrogen and ammonia production.<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[1]</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Elsewhere, Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s Dumat Al Jandal Wind Power Plant boasts 99 turbines that generate 400 MW and provides carbon-free electricity for 70,000 homes. The plant supports Saudi Arabia&rsquo;s climate goals, reducing nearly 1 million tons of CO2 annually. Construction began in September 2019 and has been connected to the grid since 2021.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Despite such strong renewable energy commitments from the Middle East and the wider region, the viability of the pledge is dependent on substantial and immediate funding for such projects from industry and government across the world. &nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">According to analysts at the BloombergNEF, meeting the target would require a doubling of the rate of investment in renewable energy to an average of $1,175 billion per year between 2023 and 2030, from $564 billion in 2022. It also requires power grid investment to rise to $777 billion in 2030, nearly three times as much as was spent on grids in 2022, and deploying 720 gigawatts of batteries worldwide by 2030, which is 16.1 times the total deployed at the end of 2022.<a href=\"#_ftn2\" name=\"_ftnref2\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[2]</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The importance of renewable energy in the race to net-zero was highlighted by industry leaders and global experts during impactful dialogue sessions and presentations at the Al-Attiyah Foundation pavilion at COP28. They can be viewed on YouTube @AlAttiyahFoundation.&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">And for more information on the MENA region&rsquo;s role in the energy transition, the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s latest Sustainability Research paper, titled &lsquo;COP28 Unpacked: Assessing Outcomes and Shaping the Climate Policy Agenda&rsquo;, can be accessed on <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">https://www.abhafoundation.org/</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<div>&nbsp;\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[1]</a> https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/20231128-qatars-path-in-the-global-hydrogen-economy/</p>\r\n</div>\r\n\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref2\" name=\"_ftn2\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[2]</a> https://assets.bbhub.io/professional/sites/24/BNEF_2023-11-21_triplingrenewables_Final.pdf</p>\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n', '2024-01-28 10:18:00', 1, 'Charting a Green Horizon After COP28: MENA Region Emerging as a Key Player in the Sustainable Energy Landscape'),
(122, 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation and Qatar Free Zones Authority Sign Cooperation Agreement to Enhance Joint Collaboration', '2024-01-31', '7 : 59 AM', '<p style=\"margin-left:24px; text-align:center\">The strategic partnership aims at providing the highest sustainability standards and encouraging commitment to achieving environmental requirements and goals</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThe Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) have signed a cooperation agreement to develop their joint collaboration, aiming to provide the highest sustainability standards and encourage the commitment of companies operating within the free zones to environmental requirements and goals.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation and His Excellency Dr. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and&nbsp;Chairman&nbsp;of QFZ, ratified the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations at the Business Innovation Park in Ras Bufontas Free Zone.&nbsp; The signing ceremony was attended by senior officials from the Al-Attiyah Foundation and QFZ and was followed by a tour of the Business Innovation Park and Ras Bufontas Free Zone.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation said: &ldquo;I am pleased to sign the cooperation agreement between the Al-Attiyah Foundation and the Qatar Free Zones Authority. The agreement underscores our confidence in the importance of such a joint collaboration, and our belief in QFZ&rsquo;s pivotal and leading role in serving the country and the community, as one of the leading authorities in attracting and facilitating investments, as well as fostering an open and innovative business environment in Qatar&rdquo;. H.E. added, &ldquo;This partnership is a manifestation of our dedication to enhancing alliances with national entities that collectively contribute to the social and economic advancement of the nation, aligning with the goals outlined in the Qatar National Vision 2030&rdquo;.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">H.E. Dr. Ahmad Al-Sayed, Minister of State and&nbsp;Chairman&nbsp;of Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) said: &ldquo;We welcome the signing of the cooperation agreement with Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development, the leading research institution in the field of energy and sustainability in the Middle East. This step is a testament to QFZ&#39;s commitment to supporting transparency principles and encouraging responsible investment through supporting and providing robust environmental, social and governance systems. This will contribute to attracting new global leading investments to establish and operate their businesses within the free zones, thereby fortifying QFZ&#39;s competitive position on a global scale&rdquo;.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The signed agreement not only formalises collaboration between the Al-Attiyah Foundation and QFZ but also facilitates the exchange of vital information, experiences, and enhancing capabilities between the two entities. This agreement will also allow both parties to co-host sustainability-focused events such as seminars, workshops, and awareness sessions for the benefit of relevant members and the general public in the years ahead.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">It is worth noting that QFZ is making unremitting efforts towards achieving sustainability, driving environmental, social, and governance standards to create a greener future. By implementing cutting-edge technologies and enforcing reporting requirements for businesses within the free zones, QFZ is committed to making sustainability a core principle, and fostering a green, dynamic work environment where businesses benefit from sustainable opportunities.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-02-01 13:13:53', 1, 'The strategic partnership aims at providing the highest sustainability standards and encouraging commitment to achieving environmental requirements and goals');
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(123, 1, 'White Hydrogen: A New Dawn in Energy Transition - Exploring Paradigm Shifts and Production Techniques', '2024-02-15', '7 : 18 AM', '<p>Since the Foundation&rsquo;s last article on white hydrogen, the discourse surrounding its role in the energy transition has surged. The widely held notion, once propagated by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, that hydrogen solely exists bound to other elements has been overturned. Recent studies, such as &ldquo;The occurrence and geoscience of natural hydrogen&rdquo; by Viacheslav Zgonnik, present compelling evidence suggesting that molecular hydrogen may be more prevalent than previously believed. This paradigm shift has led to the formulation of three plausible mechanisms for hydrogen production, all of which may be concurrently operational:</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Radiolysis:</strong> The process in which energy from radioactive sources splits water into hydrogen and oxygen.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Serpentistation:</strong> The process in which iron-rich rocks react with hot water to yield iron oxide and hydrogen.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><strong>Deep-seated formation:</strong> A phenomenon that could potentially generate hydrogen within the Earth&#39;s core or mantle through yet unidentified processes.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The extraction of hydrogen can be achieved through tapping into hydrogen traps, akin to conventional gas or crude oil extraction; harvesting hydrogen from fractured iron-rich rocks, resembling gas fracking practices; or by injecting water into iron-rich rock formations, resembling enhanced crude oil recovery methods.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Transporting hydrogen poses a significant challenge due to its costliness, making large-scale monetisation of finds like those in Mali&#39;s desert, as described in the Foundation&rsquo;s article &quot;White Hydrogen: A Gold Mine of Clean Energy Hidden in Plain Sight&quot;, difficult. Consequently, hydrogen production, whether through green or blue methods, is concentrated in industrial hubs where it can be locally utilised. As a result, exploration endeavours have focused on or near industrialised regions such as Northern France, South Australia, California in the USA, and the Southwest of South Africa.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The growing interest in molecular &ldquo;white hydrogen&rdquo; is evidenced by the proliferation of conferences dedicated to the subject. The Geological Society of London conference in July 2023 attracted over 200 delegates, comprising the foremost experts in the field worldwide. While Dr. Ellis of the USA Geological Survey speculated on the potential abundance of free hydrogen to power the world for centuries, concrete evidence remains elusive.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;Most of this (white hydrogen) is almost certainly going to be in very small accumulations or very far offshore, or just too deep to actually be economic to produce. But if just 1% can be found and produced, it would provide 500 million tons of hydrogen for 200 years,&rdquo; Mr Ellis said.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Nevertheless, the USA&#39;s IRA Act allocates substantial funding for &ldquo;White Hydrogen&rdquo; exploration, spurring the emergence of several startup companies in the United States and Australia actively seeking investment for further exploration.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>While the village of Bourak&eacute;bougou in Mali may stand as an early adopter of &ldquo;white hydrogen&rdquo; for power, towns and cities across the globe may soon integrate this once-deemed elusive element into their electricity grids, marking a transformative shift in energy sourcing.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><u>References</u></p>\r\n\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li><strong>Jillian Ambrose Guardian Article Sat 12 Aug 2023;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Unveiling the Mysteries of White Hydrogen: The Ultimate Guide August 20, 2022&nbsp; By Jake Banks;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>Economist Article &ndash; Dec 2023 &ndash; The Rush for Colourless Gold;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>&ldquo;The occurrence and geoscience of natural hydrogen&rdquo; by V. Zgonnik, 2020;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>&ldquo;Abiotic hydrogen sources and sinks near the mid-ocean ridge with implications for the subsea floor biosphere&rdquo; by S. Worman et al,2020;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>&ldquo;Hydrogen in Australia&rsquo;s natural gas&rdquo; by C. Boreham et al, 2020;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>&ldquo;Natural H2 exploration&rdquo;, by D. Levy et al 2023;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>&ldquo;Natural hydrogen: the race to discover and concept demonstration&rdquo; by PJ Ball&amp; K. K. Czado, Geoscientist 34, 2024;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>&ldquo;Subduction and hydrogen release&rdquo;, by I. Moretti, et al, 2023;</strong></li>\r\n	<li><strong>&ldquo;Major &#39;White Hydrogen&#39; Deposit Found In France. Here&#39;s How It Could Revolutionise The World&rdquo; &ndash; NDTV </strong></li>\r\n</ol>\r\n', '2024-02-15 09:49:32', 1, 'White Hydrogen: A New Dawn in Energy Transition - Exploring Paradigm Shifts and Production Techniques'),
(124, 1, 'His Excellency Al-Attiyah Opens the Institute of Internal Auditors’ National Conference With Keynote Address ', '2024-02-18', '7 : 45 AM', '<p>H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, gave a keynote address on the opening day of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Qatar Chapter&rsquo;s 7th National Conference on Internal Auditing.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/homeslider/Slider_2024-02-18.jpg\" style=\"height:231px; width:730px\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Held under the theme: &quot;Be Brave&quot;, the two-day conference, held on the 18th and 19th of February 2024, sought to spread awareness on internal audit and its significance in optimising works, as well as upgrading surveillance, governance, and risk management.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>During the speech, H.E. Al-Attiyah emphasised the significance of the conference theme and its role in solidifying the works of the institutions, particularly with respect to transparency and combating the corruption.</p>\r\n', '2024-02-21 10:19:23', 1, 'His Excellency Al-Attiyah Opens the Institute of Internal Auditors’ National Conference With Keynote Address '),
(125, 1, 'His Highness the Amir lays the foundation stone for the Ras Laffan Petrochemical Complex', '2024-02-19', '', '<p>DOHA, Qatar &bull; 19 February 2024 &ndash; His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, laid the foundation stone for the Ras Laffan Petrochemical Complex, one of the largest in the world, which will raise Qatar&rsquo;s overall petrochemical production capacity to about 14 million tons per annum by the end of 2026.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/gallery/News_2024-02-19-b.jpg\" style=\"height:390px; width:750px\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThe groundbreaking ceremony was held at Ras Laffan Industrial City, and attended by His Excellency Mr. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi, the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, the President and CEO of QatarEnergy, Mr. Mark Lashier, the President and CEO of Phillips 66, Mr. Bruce Chinn, the President and CEO of Chevron Phillips Chemical, and senior executives from QatarEnergy and Chevron Phillips Chemical.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThe complex will house an ethane cracker with a capacity of 2.1 million tons per annum of ethylene, making it the largest in the Middle East and one of the largest in the world, and raising Qatar&rsquo;s ethylene production capacity by more than 40%. It also includes two polyethylene trains with a combined annual output of 1.7 million tons of High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) polymer products, raising Qatar&rsquo;s overall production by about 50%. QatarEnergy holds an equity share of 70% in the Ras Laffan Petrochemical Complex, with Chevron Phillips Chemical owning the remaining 30%.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/gallery/News_2024-02-19-a.jpg\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nSpeaking at the ground breaking ceremony, His Excellency Mr. Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi highlighted the project&rsquo;s unique environmental qualities, and the world-class construction, operation, and technology standards, all designed to ensure energy savings, and significant reduction of emissions and hydrocarbon waste compared with similar global facilities.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nHis Excellency Minister Al-Kaabi said: &ldquo;The Ras Laffan Petrochemical Complex is being built at a cost of six billion dollars, making it the largest investment in history of QatarEnergy in Qatar&rsquo;s petrochemicals sector. There is no doubt that this is an important landmark in QatarEnergy&rsquo;s downstream expansion strategy as it will reinforce our integrated position as a global energy player and generate significant economic benefits for the country.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nH.E. the Minister of State for Energy Affairs, the President and CEO of QatarEnergy, added: &ldquo;Our prominent standing in the petrochemical industry will be further strengthened when we commence production of the Golden Triangle Polymers Plant in 2026, which we are developing in the US state of Texas at a cost of 8.5 billion dollars in partnership with Chevron Phillips Chemical, and which is considered the biggest in the world.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nHis Excellency Minister Al-Kaabi expressed his thanks to the management and staff of Chevron Phillips Chemical, QatarEnergy&rsquo;s partner in this project, and extended his appreciation to the dedicated teams from QatarEnergy who are working diligently to implement this project as well as its contractors.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nIn conclusion, His Excellency said: &ldquo;I am honored to extend ample thanks to His Highness, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, for his patronage of this event and honoring us with his presence, and for his unlimited support of the Energy Sector.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-02-21 10:44:22', 1, 'His Highness the Amir lays the foundation stone for the Ras Laffan Petrochemical Complex'),
(126, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and the International Chamber of Commerce Qatar Sign Memorandum of Understanding, Bolstering Commitments to Qatar National Vision 2030', '2024-02-21', '7 : 22 AM', '<p>Doha: February 21st, 2023<br />\r\nThe Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and the International Chamber of Commerce Qatar (ICC Qatar) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation on projects that support the Qatar National Vision 2030 and the battle against climate change.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, and His Excellency Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al Thani, Chairman of the Qatar Chamber and ICC Qatar, ratified the agreement on behalf of their respective organisations at Qatar Chamber&rsquo;s headquarters.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Former Minister of Energy and Industry of the State of Qatar, H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, expressed his pride in the growing relationship between both institutions and outlined the importance of agreements with organisations that share similar objectives and corporate responsibilities.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;With this MoU, the Al-Attiyah Foundation becomes a strategic partner of the Qatar International Chamber of Commerce, including its Energy and Environment Committee,&rdquo; H.E. Al-Attiyah said.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;As a signatory of the Paris Agreement, whereby the State of Qatar is committed to combating climate change, it is vital for important organisations in the country to work together to mitigate and combat global warming. I am eager to oversee the exchange of knowledge and experience between the two parties as we elevate our cooperation in the coming years,&rdquo; H.E. Al-Attiyah concluded.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/gallery/Slider_2024-02-21-a.jpg\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>For his part, H.E. Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassim Al Thani welcomed the signing of the MoU between the ICC Qatar and the Al Attiya Foundation. He acknowledged the foundation as a leading institution in the field of energy and development research, emphasizing its contributions to sustainability, environmental conservation, and combating climate change.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>H.E. Sheikh Khalifa also highlighted that the Qatar Chamber&#39;s embrace of this agreement stemmed from its commitment to enabling ICC Qatar to establish initiatives aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030, address key global environmental and energy issues, and urge Qatari companies to adopt sustainability practices.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>H.E. expressed his hope that this agreement would serve as a starting point for both ICC Qatar and Al-Attiyah Foundation to achieve the objectives outlined in the MoU and facilitate the sharing of experiences and cooperation in the areas of energy and the environment.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The signed agreement not only formalises collaboration between the Al-Attiyah Foundation and the ICC Qatar but also facilitates the exchange of vital information, experiences, and enhances capabilities between the two entities.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-02-22 10:02:04', 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and the International Chamber of Commerce Qatar Sign Memorandum of Understanding, Bolstering Commitments to Qatar National Vision 2030'),
(127, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and Centre for the National Interest Sign Memorandum of Understanding', '2024-03-18', '1 : 43 PM', '<p><em>Doha: March 18th, 2024 </em><br />\r\n&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and the Center for the National Interest (CFTNI) have embarked on a significant partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration aims to bolster the elevation of the level of research, education, and dialogue in the fields of energy and sustainability.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, and Mr. Paul Saunders, President of CFTNI, ceremonially ratified the agreement during a virtual meeting, symbolising their organisations&#39; commitment to this cause.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah expressed his satisfaction at the collaboration, stating: &ldquo;I am delighted to formalise the cooperation agreement between the Al-Attiyah Foundation and the Centre for the National Interest. This partnership will serve as a platform for the exchange of knowledge and experiences, particularly in the realms of energy and sustainability policies.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>On the agreement, Mr Paul J. Saunders said: &ldquo;The United States and Qatar are leading energy exporters and contribute importantly to the global economy. As a result, we have a special responsibility to address challenges including access to energy, affordable energy, and energy security as well as sustainability and climate change. Deeper dialogue on these topics can advance U.S. national interests as well as shared U.S. and Qatari goals. The Center for the National Interest&rsquo;s cooperation with the Al-Attiyah Foundation provides a valuable forum for exchanging ideas and perspectives on these critical issues.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The signed agreement not only formalises the alliance between the Al-Attiyah Foundation and CFTNI but also facilitates the mutual dissemination of relevant publications produced by both organisations, study of energy and sustainability policies and more.</p>\r\n', '2024-02-25 16:14:28', 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and Centre for the National Interest Sign Memorandum of Understanding'),
(128, 1, 'Qatar Spearheads Climate Action in the Gulf: A Model for Adaptation and Sustainability', '2024-05-07', '9 : 34 AM', '<p>Doha: May 06th, 2024</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Countries within the Middle East are implementing a wave of mitigation techniques to offset the effects of anthropogenic climate change on their population, the latest Al-Attiyah Foundation Sustainability Research paper titled Race to Climate Resilience: Front-Runners and Laggards in Advancing on Adaptation discovered.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries offer a unique lens through which to examine the intersection of high-income status and vulnerability to climate change. As nations recognised by the World Bank for their high-income status and boasting a combined GDP exceeding USD 3.5 trillion, the GCC countries, as leading oil producers and exporters, present an intriguing case study in managing climate change impacts in affluent regions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Much of the Gulf region is already experiencing rising temperatures, unpredictable and extreme weather patterns, and water scarcity due to climate change that pose risks to human health and livelihoods and threaten economic stability. Record high temperatures have already been observed, reaching up to 53.9&deg;C in Kuwait in 2016, an Asian record level; and early summer heat waves exceeding 50&deg;C in Oman and the UAE.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Even if global warming is limited to an increase of 2&deg;C compared to pre-industrial temperatures, temperatures in the Gulf region are expected to rise far beyond this, with some climate studies predicting an increase of up to 5&deg;C by the end of the century. The studies further indicate that this rise in temperatures will be accompanied by extreme weather events (such as heat waves) in an unprecedented scale, which will have severe impacts for health and well-being of around 56.4 million people living in the region. In the face of such challenges, Gulf countries have taken proactive measures.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Qatar, a country that lacks arable land and water resources for the development of carbon sinks, forests, and green areas, continues to actively work toward the management of risks associated with climate change. &nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To increase self-sufficiency and address climate risks to the agricultural sector Qatar has implemented measures such as efficient water-conserving irrigation techniques and advanced cooling technologies to reduce food losses and ensure sustained food availability.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In 2019, Qatar announced the commissioning of a carbon storage plant, the largest of its kind in the region. It aims to capture over five million tons of CO2 per year from Qatar&rsquo;s LNG industry by 2025. And, according to its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), Qatar has undertaken measures across various sectors, including retrofitting aerators in governmental facilities, switching to treated sewage effluent for irrigation, utilising recycled water in district cooling and construction, and constructing drainage systems. Its NDC highlights its openness to international cooperation through technical assistance and capacity-building in sustainable technologies.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In 2016, the UAE introduced its inaugural Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), highlighting climate risks such as rising temperatures, extreme weather, erratic rainfall, and sea level rise, which could affect critical infrastructures like desalination plants and agriculture. The latest NDC expands on adaptation measures, focusing on energy, infrastructure, health, environment, blue carbon ecosystems, and food systems, with an emphasis on comprehensive risk management strategies, including insurance schemes. Similarly, Kuwait has unveiled the first detailed National Adaptation Plan (NAP) among Gulf nations, addressing climate risks and proposing strategies to enhance resilience across sectors like coastal areas, water resources, public health, fisheries, and marine environments.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Through concerted efforts and collaboration, nations in the GCC can further bolster their readiness and resilience to climate change impacts, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come. For further information on the effects of climate change in the Middle East, the research paper Race to Climate Resilience: Front-Runners and Laggards in Advancing on Adaptation is available on the Foundation&rsquo;s</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To read the full report click <a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/SD-02-2024-February-Print.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-05-07 12:04:59', 1, 'Qatar Spearheads Climate Action in the Gulf: A Model for Adaptation and Sustainability'),
(129, 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation and US Delegation Discuss Sustainable Development ', '2024-05-13', '11 : 42 AM', '<p>On May 13th, 2024, the Al-Attiyah Foundation hosted a leadership meeting with a distinguished delegation comprised of high-profile personnel from a variety of non-governmental organisations from the United States.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The meeting was led by His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation. Ambassador Paula J. Dobriansky, Senior Fellow in the Future of Diplomacy Project at Harvard University&rsquo;s John F. Kennedy Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, led the US delegation side. Present at the high-level meeting were R. Clarke Cooper, a non-resident senior fellow with the Atlantic Council&rsquo;s Scowcroft Middle East Security Initiative; Francis Fannon, a non-resident Senior Advisor to the President at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS); Landon Derentz, a senior director and Morningstar Chair for Global Energy Security at the Atlantic Council Global Energy; and a host of other esteemed individuals.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>His Excellency Al-Attiyah was joined by members of the Board of the Al-Al-Attiyah Foundation, including H.E. Dr Ibrahim Ibrahim; H.E. Dr Mohammed Al Sada; Mr Nasser Al Jeddah; and Sheikh Saoud Bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The discussions centered around identifying common goals and areas of mutual interest, with a focus on leveraging collective expertise to advance sustainable development efforts. Both parties emphasised the importance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing to address pressing environmental challenges and promote sustainable practices. The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to future collaboration.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>On the meeting, H.E. Al-Attiyah said: &ldquo;It was a great pleasure to meet with such important figures from our United States-based counterparts. Forming strong ties and relationships with likeminded organisations domestically and internationally is crucial as by working together, we can amplify our efforts to drive meaningful change towards a sustainable future.&rdquo;</p>\r\n', '2024-05-21 14:14:11', 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation and US Delegation Discuss Sustainable Development '),
(130, 1, 'HE Al-Attiyah Makes Keynote Speech at University of Doha for Science and Technology Graduation Ceremony ', '2024-05-22', '11 : 39 AM', '<p>His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah encouraged graduates to strive for excellence and serve their nation with pride during a keynote speech at the University of Doha for Science and Technology&rsquo;s (UDST) graduation ceremony on May 22, 2024.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;In 1992, I was appointed Minister of Energy and Industry and Chairman of Qatar Petroleum with the support of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani. This support motivated me to put all the experience I had gained into this position, where I was entrusted with the launch of the state&#39;s vital energy sector. Despite all the crises the country has gone through, we were able to overcome difficulties and continue working, implementing major projects that achieved what we call the economic miracle of Qatar, under the insightful vision of His Highness the Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&quot;I see you today as young men and women graduating with full readiness to embark on your careers. Strive for achievement and excellence, and don&#39;t just dream but work towards realizing those dreams. Perseverance is not only about doing your job to the best of your ability but also about not compromising on your goals and continuing to progress despite all challenges until you reach your aspirations. Be proud that you are graduates of this national educational institution that has given you so much, just as this nation gives us, supports us, and believes in our abilities. Work to serve it and always carry it in your hearts wherever life&#39;s paths may take you.&quot;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>UDST&rsquo;s third graduation ceremony of the year marked the commencement of the Class of 2024, which included 297 students from the College of Business, 127 from the College of Computing and Information Technology, 303 from the College of Engineering and Technology, and 134 from the College of Health Sciences. UDST offers 70 programs tailored to the needs of Qatar&rsquo;s economy.</p>\r\n', '2024-05-27 14:09:55', 1, 'HE Al-Attiyah Makes Keynote Speech at University of Doha for Science and Technology Graduation Ceremony '),
(131, 1, 'Energy Security in Focus: Al-Attiyah Foundation Hosts High-Level Roundtable in Doha', '2024-06-05', '8 : 44 AM', '<p>At the second Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable of 2024, top decision-makers, internationally renowned experts, and dignitaries came together to examine the factors affecting energy security now and in the future.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The high-profile event, titled &lsquo;Energy Security: Future Demand and Promising Options&rsquo;, was held on the 5th of June in Doha and moderated by the acclaimed broadcaster Axel Threlfall. Joining in-person and virtually, the guest speakers were Rt Hon Charles Hendry, former Minister of State for Energy &amp; Climate Change for the United Kingdom; Dario Liguti, Director of the Sustainable Energy Division at the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe; Paul Salem, President and CEO of the Middle East Institute; Adam Chase, Partner Lead for Sustainable Energy Solutions at ERM; and Juan Vazquez, Partner and Managing Director at Boston Consulting Group.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">While energy security is not easy to define because it is a multifaceted concept, there are various dimensions of particular relevance, including: (a) physical disruption of supplies resulting from infrastructure breakdown, natural disasters, or social unrest; (b) long-term physical availability of energy supplies to meet growing demand in the future; and (c) deleterious effects on economic activity due to energy shortages.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">In the context of the above dimensions, the discussion delved into how ongoing global conflicts have affected energy security. The Russia-Ukraine war continues to have a major effect on the European energy outlook, particularly due to the loss of the Nord Stream pipelines from Russia to Germany. In the months and years since the conflict began, Norway has replaced Russia as the largest gas supplier, while a combination of mild winter temperatures, and the boost of liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from international suppliers ensured Europe survived winters and could plan ahead.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The war has emphasised Europe&rsquo;s need to achieve independence from Russian fossil fuel imports and inadvertently helped the continent make bigger strides towards its energy transition targets. Furthermore, since the conflict began, renewable power generation in Europe has increased in keeping with green energy targets and as a response to energy security fears. According to statistics from WindEurope, from 2021 to 2023 the share of wind in the EU electricity mix rose from 14% to 19%, and annual wind energy production went from 375 TWh to 466 TWh. This jump in wind power now means 95 bcm less need for gas every year and 119 million tonnes of avoided CO2.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The panel also discussed juggling the rising demand for energy and the global need to cut greenhouse gas emissions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Primary energy consumption has risen by 1.4% per annum for the last decade, according to the Energy Institute&rsquo;s Statistical Review of World Energy. This data highlights that the world is faced with the situation of rising energy demands (and consequential CO2 emissions) and the need to reduce CO2 emissions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Speaking at the CEO Roundtable, His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation and former Minister of Energy and Industry of the State of Qatar, said: &ldquo;It gave me great pleasure to host the second Roundtable of 2024 and to hear valuable insights from our member CEOs and expert guest speakers. The topic of energy security has become more prominent in recent years due to many factors including its impact on access to reliable and affordable energy.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">To learn more on hydrogen and its potential impact on the energy transition visit the Al-Attiyah Foundation website at <a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">http://www.abhafoundation.org</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-06-06 11:14:04', 1, 'Energy Security in Focus: Al-Attiyah Foundation Hosts High-Level Roundtable in Doha'),
(132, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and the University of Doha for Science and Technology Unite for Development of Future Energy and Sustainability Leaders', '2024-07-09', '2 : 12 PM', '<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) have embarked on a significant partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration signals the commitment of both organisations to the development of future energy and sustainability leaders. It aims to bolster research, education, and dialogue in the fields of energy, sustainability, and climate change, while fostering the enhancement of constructive contribution to corporate social responsibility, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, and Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, President of the University of Doha for Science and Technology, ratified the agreement during signing it lately.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">H.E. Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah expressed his satisfaction at the collaboration, stating: &ldquo;I am delighted to formalise the cooperation agreement between the Al-Attiyah Foundation and UDST. This agreement underscores our firm belief in the significance of collaborative efforts and our confidence in the University to be a worthy partner in our shared vision to nurture the youth of Qatar and develop future leaders in the areas of energy, climate change, and sustainability.&rdquo; He further emphasised, &ldquo;this partnership will serve as a platform for launching joint research and studies, as well as exchange of information, knowledge and experiences.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, President of UDST commended the distinguished collaboration &nbsp;with The Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Foundation for Energy and Sustainable Development and said: &ldquo;As a national university, energy and sustainability are key pillars of our strategy, both in research and in educating a generation that is knowledgeable, skilled, and committed to achieving Qatar&#39;s National Vision. This MoU is comprehensive and includes numerous initiatives that will benefit both parties. It will facilitate knowledge exchange, establish a strong foundation for collaboration, and pave the way for significant achievements.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:justify\">The signed agreement not only reinforces the alliance between the Al-Attiyah Foundation and the UDST but also facilitates mutual engagement on studies and joint events relating to energy and sustainability topics and policies.</p>\r\n', '2024-07-11 17:01:36', 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and the University of Doha for Science and Technology Unite for Development of Future Energy and Sustainability Leaders'),
(133, 1, 'Sustainable Solutions for MENA: Tackling Climate Challenges in Energy, Water, and Food', '2024-08-11', '9 : 07 AM', '<p>Climate resilient solutions such as expanding renewable energy production, improving water use efficiency, and adopting climate-smart agricultural practices are essential if the Middle East is to avoid the shattering effects of global warming, the Al-Attiyah Foundation found in its latest Sustainability Research Paper.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The global climate is becoming more severe, with several parameters reaching record levels in recent months. For example, the global mean temperature reached 1.45 &plusmn; 0.12 &deg;C above pre-industrial levels in 2023, and the average global sea surface temperature was 21.06&deg;C in February 2024, the highest ever recorded.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Middle East and North Africa, known as the MENA region, is characterised by an arid climate and scarce freshwater supplies and therefore is particularly affected by climate change with temperature increases higher than the global average. Recent impacts include severe droughts in Morocco and Tunisia and significant flooding in the Arabian Peninsula.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>High population growth in the MENA region is increasing demand for food, water, and energy, putting additional pressure on already scarce resources. Agriculture, the largest water user, will need more irrigation, and urban water demand will rise. Agricultural yields could fall by up to 30% by mid-century due to hotter, drier conditions, and coastal areas are at risk from flooding and erosion, affecting both agricultural and energy production.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Changes in temperature and rainfall patterns are worsening water scarcity challenges, affecting energy production and consumption. Rising temperatures have led to a surge in electricity demand for cooling, stretching overburdened power grids. Reduced rainfall and more frequent droughts pose a critical threat to energy production. This trend is expected to continue, reducing water availability crucial for cooling fossil-fueled thermal power plants, which generate over 90% of the region&rsquo;s electricity.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Short-term measures to combat such effects of climate change include more water-efficient power plants and advanced cooling technologies. In the longer-term, the region also needs to diversify its energy mix with renewable sources like solar and wind, which require little water. Qatar has already made great strides in this regard with the opening of the Al Kharsaah Solar PV Independent Power Producer (IPP) project. Inaugurated in 2022 and located 80 km west of Doha, Al Kharsaah is set to produce 10% of Qatar&rsquo;s peak electricity demand at full capacity. Over its lifespan, it will also enable Qatar to reduce its CO2 emissions by 26 million metric tons.<a href=\"#_ftn1\" name=\"_ftnref1\" style=\"color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[1]</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Decentralised renewable energy systems, more resilient to extreme weather events, offer interesting opportunities. Improving water security through increased efficiency and new sources like desalination and treated wastewater is also key, according to the report. Food security should be tackled not only at the production stage with sustainable land management practices but also across the value chain by reducing post-harvest losses.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The MENA region is at the forefront of the global climate crisis, experiencing accelerated warming, changing rainfall patterns, and more extreme weather events. These changes are putting immense pressure on the region&#39;s water resources, energy systems, and food production capacity. The interlinked nature of energy, food, and water systems requires an integrated approach to resource management that considers the complex interdependencies between these sectors.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To read the full report click <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/SD-06-2024-June-Print.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;\r\n<div>&nbsp;\r\n<div>\r\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref1\" name=\"_ftn1\" style=\"color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline\" title=\"\">[1]</a> <a href=\"https://totalenergies.com/projects/solar/al-kharsaah-pioneering-solar-power-plant-qatar\">https://totalenergies.com/projects/solar/al-kharsaah-pioneering-solar-power-plant-qatar</a></p>\r\n</div>\r\n</div>\r\n</p>\r\n', '2024-08-11 11:37:27', 1, 'Sustainable Solutions for MENA: Tackling Climate Challenges in Energy, Water, and Food'),
(134, 1, 'At the Third Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable of 2024, Leading Experts Discuss the Impact of the Energy Transition on Water Resources', '2024-09-11', '1 : 02 PM', '<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>On the 11th of September, the Al-Attiyah Foundation held its third CEO Roundtable of 2024 in Doha, gathering top decision-makers, internationally renowned experts, and dignitaries to examine the critical interconnection between the energy transition and water resources. The high-profile event, titled The Effect of the Energy Transition on Water Resources, was moderated by acclaimed broadcaster Stephen Cole. The distinguished guest speakers were Dr. Mohammed Mahmoud, Water Management and Climate Adaptation Expert; Professor Gary Amy, Dean Distinguished Professor at Clemson University; Radia Sedaoui, Chief of Energy at the UN Economic &amp; Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA); and Dr. Albert Janssen, Principal Advisor Circular Economy at Shell.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>During the roundtable, the panel emphasised the intricate relationship between water and energy, highlighting that water is a crucial component in nearly all aspects of energy production, from electricity generation to fossil fuel extraction and biofuel cultivation. The energy sector accounts for approximately 10% of total global freshwater use. Conversely, energy plays a vital role in ensuring global water supply by enabling the extraction, treatment, and distribution of water.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The discussion also addressed the rising reliance on non-traditional water resources, such as desalination, due to increasing water stress. Energy used for desalination, which separates saline water into freshwater and concentrated salt, has seen global demand nearly double since 2010, with projections indicating another doubling by 2030. Currently, 21,000 desalination plants are operating across 150 countries, with half of the global installed capacity located in the Middle East and North Africa.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, where freshwater use per capita is among the lowest in the world, desalination remains a primary solution to water scarcity. Countries such as Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia rely heavily on desalinated water to meet daily needs, with numerous projects underway to expand capacity. For example, Jordan is planning a major plant on the Gulf of Aqaba that will increase its desalination capacity from 4 billion to 350 billion litres each year &ndash; enough to supply a city of 2.5 million people.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Despite its importance, desalination is energy-intensive, often requiring over one kilowatt-hour per cubic meter of water treated. In 2023, energy used by desalination services in the Middle East accounted for nearly half of all energy consumed by the region&#39;s residential sector.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speaking of the roundtable, His Excellency Dr. Ibrahim Ibrahim, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, expressed his gratitude for the insightful discussions, stating: &ldquo;It gave me great pleasure to host this important roundtable and hear the valuable insights from our member CEOs and expert guest speakers. As the energy transition accelerates, it is crucial that we address the implications for water resources, particularly in regions like the Middle East where water scarcity is a growing concern. The intersection of energy and water security will be pivotal in shaping sustainable development in the coming decades.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>A comprehensive Whitepaper summarising the key discussions and outcomes of the Roundtable will be released in the coming weeks and made available on the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s website at <a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org\">www.abhafoundation.org</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-09-15 15:32:21', 1, 'At the Third Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable of 2024, Leading Experts Discuss the Impact of the Energy Transition on Water Resources'),
(135, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation at the QNDCC', '2024-10-03', '9 : 40 AM', '<p>His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah delivered a keynote address at the 4th Qatar National Dialogue on Climate Change (QNDCC), where the Al-Attiyah Foundation served as a knowledge partner, on October 1st.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In his speech, he discussed the dangers of climate change, highlighting that 2024 recorded the hottest day in history, and extended his best wishes to the delegation for fruitful discussions during the two-day conference.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/gallery/News_2024-09-11-A.jpg\" style=\"height:390px; width:750px\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;During the past three months of 2024, the globe has experienced the hottest months of June and August, the hottest day on record, and the hottest summer on record,&rdquo; His Excellency Al-Attiyah said.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><img alt=\"\" src=\"His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah delivered a keynote address at the 4th Qatar National Dialogue on Climate Change (QNDCC), where the Al-Attiyah Foundation served as a knowledge partner, on October 1st.  In his speech, he discussed the dangers of climate change, highlighting that 2024 recorded the hottest day in history, and extended his best wishes to the delegation for fruitful discussions during the two-day conference.  “During the past three months of 2024, the globe has experienced the hottest months of June and August, the hottest day on record, and the hottest summer on record,” His Excellency Al-Attiyah said.  Additionally, His Excellency Ibrahim Ibrahim, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the Al-Attiyah Foundation, participated as an expert guest speaker in the first panel, ‘Optimizing Opportunities for Sustainable Transition’.  The QNDCC aims to address climate change and promote sustainable development. By bringing together government officials, industry leaders, environmental experts, and civil society representatives, the dialogue serves as a platform for shaping national and international climate policies, while emphasizing the importance of global cooperation in tackling climate challenges.\" /></p>\r\n\r\n<p>Additionally, His Excellency Ibrahim Ibrahim, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees at the Al-Attiyah Foundation, participated as an expert guest speaker in the first panel, &lsquo;Optimizing Opportunities for Sustainable Transition&rsquo;.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The QNDCC aims to address climate change and promote sustainable development. By bringing together government officials, industry leaders, environmental experts, and civil society representatives, the dialogue serves as a platform for shaping national and international climate policies, while emphasizing the importance of global cooperation in tackling climate challenges.</p>\r\n', '2024-10-03 12:11:59', 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation at the QNDCC'),
(136, 1, 'H.E. Al-Attiyah Highlights Qatar\'s LNG Leadership in Exclusive Interview with Oxford Business Group', '2024-10-13', '8 : 13 AM', '<p>In an exclusive interview with the Oxford Business Group, His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah discussed Qatar&#39;s remarkable journey to becoming one of the world&#39;s top suppliers of liquefied natural gas (LNG). The conversation is a key feature in the publisher&rsquo;s 2024 report on Qatar&rsquo;s energy sector.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To read the full report and the interview visit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Foxfordbusinessgroup.com%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7Chabunada%40abhafoundation.org%7C24fc7d9c658f4a83f03108dcf65214a5%7C18cb8a7203a647f9ac6451cf38058e9f%7C0%7C0%7C638656079592616502%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=JdG9DjJRpzsizSHI%2FapLQ0tSo0cgYKZOO1bVVfEmASc%3D&amp;reserved=0\" style=\"color:#467886; text-decoration:underline\" target=\"_blank\">https://oxfordbusinessgroup.com/</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-10-14 10:46:01', 1, 'H.E. Al-Attiyah Highlights Qatar\'s LNG Leadership in Exclusive Interview with Oxford Business Group');
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(137, 1, 'Th Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards Celebrate Industry Titans and Their Lasting Impact', '2024-10-22', '7 : 10 AM', '<p>Dr. Mohammed Yousef Al-Mulla, the distinguished CEO of Qatar Petrochemical Company (QAPCO), was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement for the Advancement of Qatar&rsquo;s Energy Industry at the 2024 Abdullah Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards. The ceremony took place on October 22 at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort &amp; Convention Hotel.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Over 300 dignitaries attended the prestigious event, where six remarkable individuals were honoured for their illustrious careers and outstanding contributions to the energy industry.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>This year&rsquo;s winners included Kevin Gallagher, Managing Director and CEO of Santos, who collected the Lifetime Achievement for the Advancement of Natural Gas prize; Professor Xudong Zhao, founding Director of the Centre for Sustainable Energy Technologies (CSET), who was awarded the Lifetime Achievement for the Advancement of Education for Future Energy Leaders gong; Professor Jenny Nelson, Royal Society Research Professor at Imperial College London, who won the Lifetime Achievement for the Advancement of Renewables award; and Neil Fleming, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Editorial at Argus Media, who was recognised with the Lifetime Achievement for the Advancement of Energy Journalism accolade.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Claudio Descalzi, the pioneering CEO of Eni, was recognised with the Lifetime Achievement for International Energy Policy and Diplomacy.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To ensure only the worthiest industry leaders receive the prestigious Lifetime Achievement award, the Al-Attiyah Foundation International Selection Committee selects and scores a list of outstanding candidates. The results are then aggregated to determine the winners.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>His Excellency Abdullah bin Hamad Al-Attiyah, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation and Qatar&rsquo;s former Minister of Energy, said &ldquo;It is an honor to recognise these outstanding individuals for their remarkable contributions to the global energy sector through the Al-Attiyah Awards. This year&#39;s recipients have made significant and lasting impacts on the industry, shaping its future and leaving behind a legacy that will inspire future generations.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>ExxonMobil, North Oil Company Qatar and TotalEnergies sponsored this year&#39;s Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards, with support from Al-Attiyah Foundation member companies including QatarEnergy, WOQOD, QatarEnergy LNG, Shell, QNB, Qatar Electricity and Water Company, QChem, QAPCO, Dolphin Energy, QAFCO, ConocoPhillips, Qatar Cool, Gulf Helicopters, Marubeni, Sasol and JTA Holdings.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-10-30 10:05:50', 1, 'Th Al-Attiyah International Energy Awards Celebrate Industry Titans and Their Lasting Impact'),
(138, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and QEERI Co-Host Workshop for Earthna’s Young Climate Leaders Internship Program', '2024-10-21', '7 : 37 AM', '<p><em>Doha, 15 October 2024</em> &ndash; The Al-Attiyah Foundation and the Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI) co-hosted a workshop as part of Earthna&rsquo;s Young Climate Leaders Internship Program. The program aims to equip young climate advocates with in-depth knowledge of climate science, sustainable solutions, and global environmental strategies.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As part of the program, the workshop explored two essential components: innovation and technology&rsquo;s role in tackling climate issues, and the significance of climate diplomacy in fostering international cooperation. QEERI led the technical session, highlighting emerging technologies that are driving sustainable energy solutions, while the Al-Attiyah Foundation facilitated the policy session, which focused on the importance of climate diplomacy and the global policies shaping climate action.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>This collaborative workshop is aligned with the Young Climate Leaders Program&rsquo;s mission to build expertise in climate science, foster international networking, and equip interns with the skills needed to engage in policy dialogues and contribute to future climate solutions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-10-30 10:18:20', 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation and QEERI Co-Host Workshop for Earthna’s Young Climate Leaders Internship Program'),
(139, 1, 'The Deep Dive: The Future of Hydropower and its Role in Sustainable Energy', '2024-11-20', '10 : 19 AM', '<p>Doha: November 19, 2024<br />\r\n&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Hydropower remains one of the most reliable and established sources of renewable energy, capable of addressing both the growing demand for electricity and the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions, according to the Al-Attiyah Foundation in its Energy Report titled &ldquo;Ebb and Flow: The Future of Hydropower&rdquo;.<br />\r\nHydropower accounts for approximately 14% of global power generation and is the largest contributor to renewable energy, representing over 60% of the world&rsquo;s renewable energy output in 2023 (wind generated 7.8% of global electricity and solar 5.5%).</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nCurrently, China has the largest installed capacity of hydroelectricity and is also the world&rsquo;s largest producer, accounting for 30% of global output in 2022. The 1,303TWh generated in 2022 accounted for 15% of China&rsquo;s electricity output that year. Around 80% of new hydropower capacity added globally in 2021 was in China.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThese new plants helped bring the total installed capacity of hydropower and pumped storage in China to 413GW as of the end of 2022. This is more than the combined total of Brazil, the United States, Canada, India and France, respectively the countries with the world&rsquo;s second, third, fourth, fifth and tenth largest installed hydro capacities in the world.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nThere are several advantages of hydropower over other renewable sources. For example, hydropower is uniquely positioned to provide consistent baseload power, unlike solar and wind, which are dependent on weather conditions. This capacity for round-the-clock generation ensures grid stability and supports the increasing penetration of variable renewable energy sources.<br />\r\nIn addition, through pumped storage, hydropower plants can store excess energy during low-demand periods and release it during peak demand, making them a valuable tool for balancing the grid. Pumped storage hydropower is the world&#39;s largest battery technology, with a global installed capacity of nearly 200 GW &ndash; this accounts for over 94% of the world&rsquo;s long duration energy storage capacity, well ahead of lithium-ion and other battery types.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nDespite these benefits, hydropower faces several challenges. The report notes that environmental concerns remain significant. Large-scale dam projects have the potential to disrupt ecosystems, alter river flow patterns, and impact local communities. This has led to increased scrutiny and calls for more stringent environmental regulations.</p>\r\n\r\n<p><br />\r\nClimate change could also exacerbate hydropower&rsquo;s vulnerabilities. Water availability is becoming more unpredictable in many regions due to prolonged droughts, reduced snowfall, and changing rainfall patterns. As a result, hydropower generation in key regions, such as parts of Africa and the southwestern United States, has faced disruptions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To read the full report click <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Energy-08_2024_August-Print.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p>\r\n', '2024-11-20 12:50:32', 1, 'The Deep Dive: The Future of Hydropower and its Role in Sustainable Energy'),
(140, 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation Hosts Final 2024 CEO Roundtable: “A Year of Change: Reflections on 2024 and Priorities for 2025”', '2024-12-08', '7 : 30 AM', '<p>The Al-Attiyah Foundation hosted its fourth and final CEO Roundtable of 2024 on December 4. The event, titled &ldquo;A Year of Change: Reflections on 2024 and Priorities for 2025&rdquo;, brought together prominent industry leaders, global experts, and policymakers to reflect on the key developments of the past year and discuss priorities for the year ahead.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The roundtable featured insights from Bill Farren-Price, Senior Research Fellow and Head of Gas Research at the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, Gulmira Rzayeva, Senior Visiting Research Fellow at the same institute and David Hart, Partner at ERM and Visiting Professor at Imperial College London. Also joining them virtually at the roundtable were Alan Gelder, Vice President of Chemicals and Oil Markets at Wood Mackenzie, and Marissa Lee, Associate Director at Global Counsel.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Moderated by esteemed broadcaster Axel Threlfall, the event facilitated a robust discussion on pressing topics, including fluctuating oil and gas prices, the affordability of renewable energy, advancements in battery storage, and the ongoing challenges of energy security. The dialogue also delved into the geopolitical risks and supply chain disruptions that have shaped the global energy landscape in 2024, particularly in the context of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and OPEC+ production policies.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speakers emphasised the complex interplay between economic conditions, technological innovation, and geopolitical factors in shaping energy markets. They reflected on the stabilisation of natural gas prices, driven by Europe&rsquo;s increased LNG imports and investments in renewable energy, and on the continued decline in solar and wind energy costs, despite lingering supply chain challenges.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The roundtable also examined emerging priorities for 2025, highlighting the need to address regional disparities in energy access, accelerate the transition to sustainable energy systems, and bolster resilience against future disruptions.<br />\r\nH.E. Dr. Ibrahim Ibrahim, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, expressed his appreciation for the candid and insightful discussions. &ldquo;This final roundtable of 2024 provided an invaluable opportunity to reflect on am eventful year. The insights shared by our distinguished speakers and members will serve as a guide as we navigate the challenges and opportunities of 2025,&rdquo; he said.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The event concluded with a commitment to ongoing dialogue and collaboration, reinforcing the Foundation&rsquo;s role as a leader in promoting knowledge exchange on global energy and sustainability issues. A detailed Whitepaper summarising the discussions and recommendations will soon be available on the Foundation&rsquo;s website, <a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org\">www.abhafoundation.org</a>.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2024-12-08 10:01:46', 1, 'The Al-Attiyah Foundation Hosts Final 2024 CEO Roundtable: “A Year of Change: Reflections on 2024 and Priorities for 2025”'),
(141, 1, 'Rerouting Resilience: How Energy Trade Adapts to Canal Disruptions', '2024-11-27', '1 : 19 PM', '<p><strong>Nov 27, 2024</strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>Many energy exporters are adopting improved asset utilisation and embracing predictive analytics for dynamic shipping adjustments in light of recent canal disruptions, the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s latest Energy Research Paper found.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;Geopolitics and Climate Shifts: Canal Disruptions and the Emergence of New Energy Trade Routes,&rdquo; underscores how recent canal disruptions are shaping new strategies in global energy logistics. Climate impacts and geopolitical events have reduced transit capacity in major channels, with daily Suez Canal shipments down by 50% since early 2024, and Panama Canal shipments constrained by a 32% reduction since October 2023. To mitigate these challenges, energy exporters are diversifying their routes, notably using the Cape of Good Hope, despite the higher operational costs associated with these longer journeys.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The report emphasises that, while historically short-lived, such disruptions are becoming increasingly routine. This marks a shift as canal access is now susceptible to climate-induced factors like drought, which has severely impacted the Panama Canal, and security risks in regions like the Red Sea. Such factors are expected to persist, leading the energy market to integrate contingency plans, such as advanced logistics systems that enable faster rerouting and enhance real-time decision-making capabilities. Strategies like dynamic scheduling and intermodal transport can increase flexibility based on real-time data and market forecasts to help adjust shipping plans quickly. The current Red Sea crisis has inadvertently led to improved asset utilisation, with minimal idle time for container ships and tankers as they connect with alternate modes of transportation to allow for more efficient transfers and reduce costs.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Additionally, the increased reliance on alternative routes has presented both logistical and financial challenges. Routing around the Cape of Good Hope, for instance, raises fuel costs and extends delivery times, affecting overall trade flow volumes. However, technological improvements in ship efficiency and enhanced tracking systems are helping to mitigate some of these costs, reducing idle time for vessels and streamlining cargo movement. The report notes that recent improvements in shipping capacity and management have kept charter rates relatively stable, even amidst these extended trade routes.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Despite the rise in shipping costs due to these changes, energy prices have remained resilient. The report sats that this stability is due to lower-than-expected demand coupled with ample supply. MENA energy exporters, particularly those in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, are maintaining steady trade flows through strategic adjustments in trade routes, helping to balance global energy supplies.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Furthermore, the report highlights proactive measures in the industry, such as Saudi Arabia&#39;s use of the East-West Pipeline to bypass the disrupted Bab el-Mandeb strait, preserving its exports to Europe. Other exporters, including Qatar, are actively investing in new LNG carriers and expanding fleet capacity to support their shipping flexibility. The growing interest in resilient infrastructure solutions, like electric and hybrid vessels, and practices like just-in-time coordination, showcases how energy markets are pivoting toward sustainable, resilient supply chain models that can withstand external disruptions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s report concludes that while these rerouting strategies help stabilise the energy trade in the short-term, the ongoing climate and security challenges could lead to long-term shifts in global energy routes. The findings underscore the need for continued investment in adaptive infrastructure and logistics innovations, ensuring a robust and responsive energy supply chain.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To read the full report click <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/Energy-09_2024_September-Print.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2025-01-05 15:50:39', 1, 'Rerouting Resilience: How Energy Trade Adapts to Canal Disruptions'),
(142, 1, 'Global Climate Fight Faces Uncertainty as Trump Eyes Fossil Fuel Expansion', '2024-12-24', '1 : 38 PM', '<p style=\"text-align:left\"><strong><em>Doha: 24 December 2024</em></strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">The global fight against climate change could face a grave threat with the election of Donald Trump whose rhetoric suggests he will make a sharp pivot towards fossil fuel dominance, the Al-Attiyah Foundation writes in its latest Special Report titled Trump 2.0: Implications for Energy, Environment, and Trade.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">In an interview with Fox News in the build up to the November presidential election, Trump explained his plans for United States fossil-fuel production if he wins, saying:</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&ldquo;We are going to &ndash; I used this expression, now everyone else is using it so I hate to use it, but &ndash; drill, baby, drill.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">Despite such strident remarks, Mr. Trump&rsquo;s zeal to amp up oil production and repeal the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the landmark climate law that is pouring more than $390 billion into electric vehicles, batteries and other clean energy technology, will quickly face a political test.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">A cornerstone of the outgoing President Joe Biden&rsquo;s climate policy, the IRA has already attracted over $200 billion in clean energy investments since its enactment. Although a complete repeal of the IRA is unlikely due to bipartisan support, as much as 30% of its climate funding could be at risk. Electric vehicle (EV) tax credits, valued at $12 billion, are particularly vulnerable, potentially undermining the rapid growth of the U.S. EV market. Meanwhile, China leads globally, with more than 50% of its newly registered cars being EVs or plug-in hybrids&mdash;twice the global average. Trump&rsquo;s proposed rollbacks could leave the U.S. trailing in this critical sector, further delaying domestic progress toward reducing emissions.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">In parallel, Trump&rsquo;s administration is expected to champion fossil fuel-aligned technologies, such as carbon capture and &ldquo;blue&rdquo; hydrogen, which could sustain jobs. While these measures may boost traditional energy sectors, they risk slowing advancements in renewable energy infrastructure and grid modernisation. The IRA&rsquo;s technology-neutral tax credits, extended until 2032, have been a driving force behind renewable energy projects, but Trump&rsquo;s policies may shift focus to emissions mitigation tied to fossil fuels, aligning with his &ldquo;energy dominance&rdquo; strategy.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">On the global stage, Trump&rsquo;s energy agenda could deepen geopolitical tensions. Proposed tariffs on clean energy imports, alongside his confrontational trade stance with China, might disrupt supply chains and elevate costs for key energy technologies. During his previous term, tariffs on Chinese solar panels reached 25%, inflating domestic production costs and slowing clean technology deployment. Similarly, his withdrawal from international climate agreements and easing of environmental regulations could strain collaborations with allies and impact global efforts to mitigate climate change.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">During his campaign, Trump extolled the United States&rsquo; energy resources saying they have &ldquo;more energy &mdash; we have more liquid gold, as I call it, under our feet than Saudi Arabia, than Russia, than anybody&quot; and that &ldquo;we&#39;re going to be energy-dominant&rdquo;.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">To this end, Trump&rsquo;s fossil fuel agenda also highlights the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and other sensitive areas for potential drilling, aiming to boost U.S. oil and gas output. However, higher production costs&mdash;ranging between $64 and $70 per barrel for new wells&mdash;could limit profitability. Even with regulatory easing, these initiatives may take years to materialise fully.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">While Trump&rsquo;s policies may bring short-term economic benefits to fossil fuel sectors, the long-term implications for the U.S.&rsquo;s role in clean energy leadership remain uncertain. With global markets increasingly embracing low-carbon technologies, Trump&rsquo;s stance risks isolating the U.S. from lucrative opportunities in renewable innovation and international climate cooperation.</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\">For a comprehensive analysis of Trump&rsquo;s potential impact on energy and climate, visit</p>\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align:left\"><a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">www.abhafoundation.org</a>.</p>\r\n', '2025-01-05 16:10:41', 1, 'Global Climate Fight Faces Uncertainty as Trump Eyes Fossil Fuel Expansion'),
(143, 1, 'Driving the Digital Revolution: GCC\'s Bold Vision for AI and Diversification', '2025-01-07', '8 : 43 AM', '<p><strong><em>Doha: 07 January 2025</em></strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are accelerating their shift into advanced technology sectors, with sovereign wealth funds committing billions of dollars to artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. This was a central theme discussed by Robert Mogielnicki, Senior Resident Scholar at the Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington (AGSIW), during the latest Al-Attiyah Foundation podcast.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;The pace of change is unprecedented,&rdquo; Mogielnicki told host Mhairi Beveridge. &ldquo;A few years ago, the focus was on digitising government services and increasing non-cash transactions. Today, there&rsquo;s a much greater emphasis on advanced technologies, reshaping the economic landscape of the region.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Mogielnicki, who created the Next-Gen Gulf research series for AGSIW, highlighted the role of sovereign wealth funds in driving this transformation. Investments in cutting-edge technologies are not just about diversifying the economy but also about securing a competitive edge in a rapidly digitising world, he said.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In 2024, Qatar unveiled its Digital Agenda 2030, marking a significant stride forward in the country&rsquo;s digital transformation journey. The agenda states that Qatar aims to create 26,000 jobs in the ICT sector by 2030 and rank among the top 10 nations on the Digital Competitiveness Index. To achieve this, the country has committed $2.5 billion in incentives to drive advancements in AI, technology and innovation, solidifying its position as a leader in the digital economy.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In the GCC region as a whole, the AI market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28.63% between 2024 and 2030, reaching a market volume of $15.40 billion by 2030, according to statista.com.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The conversation also touched on Gulf-China relations with Mogielnicki emphasising that while energy trade remains the bedrock of Gulf-China relations, Beijing&rsquo;s role has expanded into non-energy economic domains. &ldquo;China is increasing its influence in the region, becoming a more significant player in shaping Gulf developments,&rdquo; he explained.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Between 2017 and 2022, trade between China and Middle Eastern countries nearly doubled, rising from $262.5 billion to $507.2 billion.&nbsp; In 2021, Chinese investment in the region surged by approximately 360%, with construction activities increasing by 116% compared to 2020.&nbsp; By 2022, China&#39;s foreign direct investment stock in the Middle East reached $31.5 billion, marking a 12% increase from the previous year.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Economic diversification efforts in the Middle East were another key theme of the podcast. While major projects are underway, Mogielnicki emphasised the challenges of transforming resource-based economies. &ldquo;Economic diversification is not a quick process&mdash;it requires sustained effort, strategic investments, and the ability to adapt to shifting global trends,&rdquo; he explained.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reports that Qatar&#39;s public investment programs have been instrumental in driving economic diversification over the past decade, contributing an average of 5&ndash;6 percentage points annually to non-hydrocarbon real GDP growth.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To listen to the podcast the full report click <a href=\"http://www.abhafoundation.org/reports_pod\" target=\"_blank\">HERE</a></p>\r\n', '2025-01-07 11:16:40', 1, 'Driving the Digital Revolution: GCC\'s Bold Vision for AI and Diversification'),
(144, 1, 'Global Climate Finance Revolution: COP29 Agrees on Aspirational $1.3 Trillion Goal Despite Challenges', '2025-01-26', '8 : 38 AM', '<p><strong><em>Doha: 26 January 2025</em></strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>In a year overshadowed by geopolitical turmoil, the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) marked a pivotal yet contentious moment in climate finance history by adopting the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG). The agreement, though celebrated for its ambition, underscores the widening gap between developed and developing nations, reports the Al-Attiyah Foundation in its latest Sustainability Research Paper titled &ldquo;The Long-Term Target for International Public Climate Finance &ndash; The Landscape After the Decision at COP29&rdquo;.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Key outcomes of the conference, held in Baku, Azerbaijan during November, included a commitment to triple international public climate finance from the previous $100 billion annual goal to $300 billion by 2035. However, the standout development was the broader aspirational target: mobilising $1.3 trillion annually by 2035 through the &ldquo;Baku to Bel&eacute;m to $1.3T roadmap.&rdquo; Despite these numbers, inflation adjustments suggest the real value may fall short of expectations.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The negotiations were fraught with tension. Prolonged debates over the substantial finance, contributor bases, and the structure of the NCQG laid bare a deep trust deficit. Walkouts, boycotts, and the absence of leaders from key emitting countries highlighted the fragility of global consensus.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Developing nations, who will bear the brunt of climate change, voiced disappointment. The aspirational goal of $1.3 trillion contrasts starkly with their estimated needs of $6.7 trillion annually by 2030 for effective mitigation, adaptation, and addressing loss and damage. Adaptation finance, for example, must grow to $387 billion annually by 2030, yet only $28 billion was mobilised in 2022.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Chandni Raina, the representative from India, one of the world&rsquo;s most populous country, said the process had been &ldquo;stage managed.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;It is a paltry sum,&rdquo; Ms. Raina said. &ldquo;I am sorry to say that we cannot accept it. We seek a much higher ambition from developed countries.&rdquo; She called the agreement &ldquo;nothing more than an optical illusion.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Significantly, this new climate finance goal also encourages contributions from developing nations on a voluntary basis. This shift, alongside the absence of sub-goals for adaptation or loss and damage, raises concerns about achieving equitable outcomes. Meanwhile, multilateral development banks pledged $120 billion annually by 2030, signaling their crucial role in bridging funding gaps.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The Baku to Bel&eacute;m roadmap will be a critical test of global resolve. The success of this framework depends on robust implementation mechanisms and a genuine commitment to addressing the needs of the most vulnerable. With $600 billion annually required for loss and damage by 2030, the stakes could not be higher.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As countries prepare their updated Nationally Determined Contributions for 2025, the adequacy of these financial pledges will directly influence global climate ambition. The path from aspiration to action remains steep, but COP29 has laid the groundwork for a potentially transformative decade.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To read more on the outcomes of COP29 and the energy transition, &ldquo;The Long-Term Target for International Public Climate Finance &ndash; The Landscape After the Decision at COP29&rdquo; is available to download <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/media-uploads/reports/SD-12-2024-December-Print.pdf\" style=\"color:blue; text-decoration:underline\">HERE</a>.</p>\r\n', '2025-01-26 11:17:36', 1, 'Global Climate Finance Revolution: COP29 Agrees on Aspirational $1.3 Trillion Goal Despite Challenges'),
(145, 1, 'Powering a Sustainable Future: Al-Attiyah Foundation to Host Energy Webinar and CEO Roundtable', '2025-02-19', '1 : 12 PM', '<p><strong><em>Doha: 20th of February 2025</em></strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>On the 20th of February, global experts will convene to discuss the intersection of energy and sustainability, exploring critical trends and technologies shaping the energy landscape, at the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s first webinar of 2025, held in partnership with the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG).</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The webinar, titled <em>&ldquo;The Role of Energy in Driving the Global Sustainability Agenda&rdquo;</em>, will feature presentations and panel discussions by renowned energy experts and thought leaders. Silvina Bruggia, Director, Sustainable Finance and Wealth, at the London Stock Exchange Group, will provide valuable insights on the pivotal role of energy in advancing global climate strategies. Lucy Yu, CEO and founder at Centre for Net Zero Octopus Energy, and Mahika Sri Krishna, Senior Research Analyst Long Duration Energy Storage Council (LDES), will also share their valuable expertise.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Key themes and discussion points set to be explored during the event include the role of innovation and advanced technologies in the energy transition, strategies for decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors such as aviation, shipping, and heavy industry, policies and regulations to promote energy efficiency and modernising power grids to accommodate renewable energy sources.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The need for this dialogue is underscored by pressing global statistics. According to the World Economic Forum, decarbonising hard-to-abate sectors will require $30 trillion in investments by 2050, while power grid upgrades essential to achieving a net-zero future will demand an estimated $21 trillion. Renewable energy capacity additions have accelerated, with 666 gigawatts (GW) projected in 2024&mdash;a 30% increase from 2023&mdash;yet these advances still fall short of targets from Conference of the Parties (COP).</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>In addition to the webinar, the Foundation will host its first quarterly CEO Roundtable of the year on 25 February 2025, titled <em>&ldquo;Balancing Economic Growth and Climate Action in the Energy Sector&rdquo;</em>. This high-level gathering will convene captains of industry, policymakers, and international experts to exchange views on policies and strategies for fostering economic growth while advancing climate commitments.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>To register for the Al-Attiyah Foundation webinar, visit: <a href=\"https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.abhafoundation.org%2Fwebinar-registration&amp;data=05%7C02%7Chabunada%40abhafoundation.org%7Cd448716e060942c14b6f08dd50d6b276%7C18cb8a7203a647f9ac6451cf38058e9f%7C0%7C0%7C638755605220124728%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=3dSW9Sh9YKcQEEetL1RVfJhMjP3EI%2BzhyVhLkWfLI7s%3D&amp;reserved=0\" style=\"color:#467886; text-decoration:underline\">https://www.abhafoundation.org/webinar-registration</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>By: The Al-Attiyah Foundation</p>\r\n', '2025-02-19 15:44:01', 1, 'Powering a Sustainable Future: Al-Attiyah Foundation to Host Energy Webinar and CEO Roundtable'),
(146, 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation’s CEO Roundtable Explores the Energy Sector’s Role in Balancing Economic Growth and Climate Action', '2025-02-26', '8 : 51 AM', '<p><strong><em>Doha: 26th of February 2025</em></strong></p>\r\n\r\n<p><em>CEO Roundtable Series 2025</em><br />\r\n&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Yesterday, senior industry leaders, policymakers, and international experts underscored the urgent need for cross-sector collaboration to drive the energy transition forward at the first Al-Attiyah Foundation CEO Roundtable of the year.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Held under the Chatham House Rule, the discussion, titled <em>&ldquo;Balancing Economic Growth and Climate Action in the Energy Sector&rdquo;</em>, facilitated a candid exchange of views on several critical issues. Innovation and technology were highlighted as key drivers for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with global investments in clean energy reaching $1.7 trillion in 2023. Participants also examined policies and regulatory frameworks needed to align corporate strategies with climate targets, noting that more than 130 countries have committed to net-zero emissions by 2050.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The discussion explored investment models that enable sustainable economic growth without compromising environmental sustainability, with projections indicating that transitioning to a low-carbon economy could generate up to 30 million new jobs worldwide by 2030. The complexities of transitioning to clean energy, including supply chain constraints, workforce reskilling, and infrastructure modernisation, were also addressed.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speakers at the event included international experts such as Janos Pasztor, former Assistant Secretary for Climate Change at the United Nations; Ovais Sarmad, former Deputy Executive Secretary of UNFCCC and UN Assistant Secretary-General; Professor Jacopo Torritti, Professor of Economics and Policy at Reading University; and Creon Butler, Director, Global Economy and Finance Programme at the Royal Institute of International Affairs, Chatham House.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Speaking after the discussion, Dr. Ibrahim Ibrahim, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Al-Attiyah Foundation, said: &ldquo;It was a pleasure to welcome our member companies and industry experts to our first CEO Roundtable of the year. As the world races toward its 2030 Sustainable Development Goals, the Al-Attiyah Foundation remains committed to fostering dialogue and providing independent insights on global energy and sustainability challenges. A low-carbon future requires strategic partnerships between governments, businesses, and financial institutions to scale up renewable energy investments.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The CEO Roundtable series will continue throughout the year, offering industry leaders a dedicated space to exchange ideas and shape the future of energy.&nbsp;For more information about the CEO Roundtable, <a href=\"https://www.abhafoundation.org/events_ceo\" target=\"_blank\">click here</a>.</p>\r\n', '2025-02-26 11:24:17', 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation’s CEO Roundtable Explores the Energy Sector’s Role in Balancing Economic Growth and Climate Action'),
(2227, 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation Leads Key Discussion on Energy and Sustainability at Qatar Academy Al Wakra’s Global Innovation in Sustainability Summit', '2025-02-25', '9 : 13 AM', '<p><strong>Doha, Qatar &ndash; 26/02/25</strong> &ndash; The Al-Attiyah Foundation played a central role in the second Global Innovation in Sustainability Summit (GISS), hosted by Qatar Academy Al Wakra (QAW), part of Qatar Foundation&rsquo;s (QF) Pre-University Education. The summit brought together young minds from Qatar and around the world to explore innovative solutions for sustainable development.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As part of the summit, the Al-Attiyah Foundation, in collaboration with United Nations experts, hosted the opening session titled <em>&lsquo;Sustainable Development Goals and Energy Nexus.&rsquo;</em> This critical discussion featured international experts Janos Pasztor, former Assistant Secretary for Climate Change at the United Nations; Ovais Sarmad, former Deputy Executive Secretary of United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and UN Assistant Secretary-General; and Biplove Choudhary, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Representative in Qatar.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The lively discussion explored the role of energy in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in education, health, and economic growth. The session highlighted the importance of equitable access to energy and examined the interdependence between energy and broader sustainability efforts. Furthermore, the experts provided insights on balancing development needs with environmental responsibility.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>This year&rsquo;s summit welcomed schools from 13 countries, along with 14 schools from Qatar, fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and collaboration. Students delivered 13 live speeches, sharing their perspectives and ideas on sustainability challenges and the SDGs.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>As part of the conference, 26 panel discussions and workshops were also held, led by experts from sustainability-focused companies. These sessions allowed students to interact with specialists, exchange ideas, and explore innovative solutions to environmental challenges.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2025-03-02 11:46:41', 1, 'Al-Attiyah Foundation Leads Key Discussion on Energy and Sustainability at Qatar Academy Al Wakra’s Global Innovation in Sustainability Summit'),
(2228, 1, 'OPEC+, LNG, and Trump’s Energy Shift: Key Insights from Dr. Anas Alhajji', '2025-03-13', '12 : 08 PM', '<p><strong>Doha, 10 March 2025</strong><br />\r\n<br />\r\nLiquefied natural gas (LNG) is set to play a pivotal role in the energy markets and the ongoing race to net zero emissions by 2050, according to a renowned industry expert. Speaking to the Al-Attiyah Foundation in its latest episode of its popular podcast series Dr. Anas Alhajji, researcher, author, and a speaker with more than 900 papers, articles and columns to his credit, shares a bullish outlook on the LNG market and explores the ramifications of U.S. President Donald Trump&#39;s declaration of a National Energy Emergency, its impact on energy markets, and the implications for Middle Eastern oil producers.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Dr. Alhajji expresses cautious optimism about the LNG market despite advancements in energy-efficient technologies. He states, &ldquo;We remain bullish on LNG despite technological advancements that reduce energy consumption. Natural gas remains integral to the global energy mix, particularly as green energy policies encounter resistance.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Global LNG demand is expected to rise significantly over the coming years, driven by increased energy requirements in Asia and Europe as these regions seek to secure cleaner energy alternatives. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global LNG trade hit a record high in 2023, with demand projected to grow by more than 3% annually through 2030. Key growth markets include China and India, which are ramping up imports as part of their strategies to reduce air pollution and transition to lower-emission fuels.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Europe, still grappling with the energy crisis prompted by geopolitical tensions, has increasingly turned to LNG to diversify its energy sources. Data from industry reports indicate that European LNG imports surged by nearly 60% last year, compensating for reduced Russian pipeline gas supplies. Qatar, already a dominant player, is well-positioned to capitalise on this rising demand with its ambitious North Field expansion project.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>The podcast also provides context on Trump&#39;s decision to declare a National Energy Emergency. Alhajji explains, &ldquo;One of the reasons for declaring this emergency is to undo President Biden&#39;s climate actions. Although Biden did not officially declare a climate emergency, he implemented policies as if he had. Trump&#39;s move aims to counter those initiatives.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Delving into energy demand and production dynamics in the U.S., Dr. Alhajji highlights that the primary impact will be on the demand side.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&ldquo;Removing subsidies for electric vehicles and criticising them, despite their market presence, will likely increase gasoline demand,&rdquo; he said. He further notes the challenges of boosting production, adding, &ldquo;Even if Trump promises a production surge, achieving this is unlikely given current record-high U.S. oil and gas production levels.&rdquo;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>Looking ahead to 2025, Dr. Alhajji predicts volatility in the oil market due to factors like ongoing sanctions on Russia and Venezuela, as well as potential tariffs on Canada and Mexico. He emphasises the pivotal role of OPEC+ in stabilising markets and mitigating volatility.</p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n\r\n<p>This episode offers listeners a thorough examination of current energy market dynamics and provides invaluable insights into geopolitical, economic, and technological forces shaping the industry. The podcast is now available on the Al-Attiyah Foundation&rsquo;s website and all major streaming platforms. &nbsp;For the full podcast: <a href=\"https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F4hXh2tW&amp;data=05%7C02%7Chabunada%40abhafoundation.org%7C57bdbf8742f342bc107408dd62159c2e%7C18cb8a7203a647f9ac6451cf38058e9f%7C0%7C0%7C638774567129066614%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=%2BG8S0UcFNG%2BNyLyLUjy55F72k0o4wUlcItJrtl%2BVTt4%3D&amp;reserved=0\" style=\"color:#467886; text-decoration:underline\" target=\"_blank\">https://bit.ly/4hXh2tW</a></p>\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;</p>\r\n', '2025-03-13 14:39:57', 1, 'OPEC+, LNG, and Trump’s Energy Shift: Key Insights from Dr. Anas Alhajji');

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