From Horizon to Heat: Solar Thermal on the Wake

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Recording of Thursday, September 03, 2026 | Intersolar Middle East Conference 2026 | Language: English | Duration: 17:10 .

Strategies for Improving Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization

The global energy system faces significant inefficiencies, with an estimated 32% of produced energy wasted annually. Key strategies for addressing this include reducing reliance on fossil fuels, enhancing system efficiency, and transitioning towards sustainable energy sources. In transportation, various options like electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cells, and biofuels are explored, emphasizing innovation for efficiency and sustainability. The shipping industry, currently dependent on traditional fuels, is also looking towards alternative options to comply with regulations and reduce environmental footprints. Decarbonization in industrial sectors is complex due to diverse energy consumption needs, particularly in high-temperature processes that still rely on fossil fuels. Efforts to electrify industries must prioritize grid capacity to avoid efficiency losses. Solar thermal technologies are emerging as a viable solution for industrial heat demand, with various applications being deployed globally to meet both low and mid-temperature requirements. The adoption of district heating systems has similarly increased, showcasing successful integration of renewable energy sources to meet industrial steam requirements. Overall, these combined strategies present significant opportunities for greater energy independence and reduced emissions.

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Speaker

Håkon Sletsjøe
VP Head of Power System Modelling - New Energies
Rystad Energy
Norway

Explore how solar thermal and photovoltaic solutions are driving industrial decarbonization. This session highlights cutting-edge applications, from process heat to on-site power generation, showcasing successful projects, cost benefits, and integration strategies that reduce emissions, boost efficiency, and advance sustainability across energy-intensive sectors worldwide.

Further Talks of this session:

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Eren Engür
Managing Director
Malta Inc
US

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Dr. Moutaz Alriahy
Co-Founder & CEO
Creta Group
UAE

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Dr. Hounaida Daly
Assistant Professor of Economics
Hail University
Saudi Arabia

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