Recording of Tuesday, September 01, 2026 | Intersolar Middle East Conference 2026 | Language: English | Duration: 14:52 .
The partnership between the European Union (EU) and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is vital for advancing energy security and sustainability. The EU has set ambitious targets, aiming for 42.5% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050. This objective highlights the importance of reliable partnerships with MENA, which has significant renewable energy potential. The Trans-Mediterranean Energy and Clean Tech Cooperation Initiative (TMAT), launched in June 2026, aims to mobilize 25 billion euros in investments by 2035, creating new renewable energy capacity and clean jobs. TMAT promotes collaboration through strategic co-investment in projects and cross-border infrastructure development, aligning with regional initiatives like Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the UAE's Net Zero Commitment. European companies are already engaging in large-scale renewable projects in MENA, such as solar installations in Morocco and partnerships in the Gulf. This collaboration is positioned to unlock the vast renewable potential in the region while ensuring investment security through well-structured frameworks.
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Speaker
H.E. Lucie Berger
Ambassador
Delegation of the European Union to the United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates
Industry experts share strategic insights on solar market growth, investment trends, and policy developments across MENA and emerging markets. Explore opportunities, challenges, and innovations shaping the next five years, and understand how regional dynamics influence the global transition to renewable energy.
Further Talks of this session:
Speaker
Lennart van Walsum (Moderator)
Director EMEA & Americas
Global Solar Council
UK
Speaker
Hinde Liepmannsohn
Managing and Executive Director
Middle East Solar Industry Association (MESIA)
UAE
H.E. Lucie Berger
Ambassador
Delegation of the European Union to the United Arab Emirates
United Arab Emirates