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Global Smart Energy Summit

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8:00am PST

Registration Opens at Za'abeel 6 Za'abeel 6

9:00am PST

Opening Remarks from the Chair Keynote Theatre, Za'abeel 6

9:15am PST

GUEST ADDRESS Keynote Theatre, Za'abeel 6Andy Karsner

10:15am PST

Morning Refreshments & Networking Break Keynote Theatre, Za'abeel 6

10:45am PST

Tailoring Smart Grids To Address Specific Regional Goals And Challenges Facing Utilities Track B - Conference Theatre 1 MORNING KEYNOTE: Future Urban Engineering: Building A Sustainable Urban Environment Framework That Cities Can Apply To Drive Forward Systemic Change Track A - Keynote Theatre MORNING KEYNOTE: Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park: A Model For Successful Public Private Renewable Energy Partnerships Track C - Conference Theatre 2

11:15am PST

OPENING KEYNOTE PANEL DISCUSSION: H2020 Nobel Grid: Providing Advanced Tools And ICT Services To All Actors In The Smart Grid To Ensure Benefits From Cheaper Prices, More Secure And Stable Grids and Clean Elec... Track B - Conference Theatre 1

11:30am PST

SMART Mobility In the MEA: Regional Investment Trends That Are Making Cities Smarter, Sustainable And More Resilient Track A - Keynote Theatre The Impact Of Solar Power Variability On The Reliability Of The Region’s Power Sector Track C - Conference Theatre 2

12:00pm PST

DUAL DISCUSSION: Optimising The Smart Grid To Reduce Peak Load And Operating Costs And Deferring New Investment To The Power Grid Track B - Conference Theatre 1 Electric Vehicles (EVs) And Smart Grid Interaction: Integrating EVs Into The Electricity Grid Track A - Keynote Theatre The Value Of Solar With Energy Storage: Maximising Utility Scale PV Production With Energy Storage Track B - Conference Theatre 1

12:45pm PST

Lunch and Networking Break Za'abeel 6

1:45pm PST

Powering Africa: Developing A Business Model For Using Microgrids Track B - Conference Theatre 1 GLOBAL CASE STUDY: Showcasing Trailblazing Achievements And Pacesetting Developments In Electric Mobility Track A - Keynote TheatreChristina Bu COUNTRY FOCUS: EGYPT; Solar & Wind: Delivering Egypt’s Ambitious Renewable Energy Targets Track C - Conference Theatre 2

2:15pm PST

Off-Grid Renewable Energy Systems: What Are They, Why Do They Matter And What Can Be Achieved? Track B - Conference Theatre 1 Benchmarking Against A Leading Smart City: Learning From Critical Achievements And Gaining Inspiration From Future Plans Track A - Keynote Theatre GLOBAL CASE STUDY: AFRICA; Akon Lighting Africa: Addressing The African Energy Challenge Track C - Conference Theatre 2

2:45pm PST

REGIONAL CASE STUDY: Investigating Multiple SMART Grid Strategies That Address The Challenges Of DER Integration In The Middle East Track B - Conference Theatre 1Moustafa A. M. Shahin The Existing Building Challenge: Retrofitting Structures With Integrated Smart Building Technologies That Contribute To Lower Operational Costs Track A - Keynote Theatre GLOBAL PANEL DISCUSSION: Leaders In Corporate Renewables: Corporate Giants Working With Utility Companies To Simplify The Process In Which They Buy Sustainably Generated Power Track C - Conference Theatre 2

3:15pm PST

Afternoon Refreshments & Networking Break Za'abeel 6

3:45pm PST

What Are The Most Important Trends In Smart Grid Cybersecurity Today? Track B - Conference Theatre 1 How Can Technology Companies, Building Owners And Utilities Realise New Revenue By Participating In A Building-To-Grid (B2G) Platform? Track A - Keynote Theatre GLOBAL CASE STUDY: CHINA; Real-Life Experiences From China’s Journey To Become A Renewable Energy Superpower: Long Yin Gxia Dam Solar Park Track C - Conference Theatre 2

4:15pm PST

PANEL DISCUSSION: Grid Modernisation: The Role Of Smart Grids In Diversifying Regional Economies Track B - Conference Theatre 1 How SMART Building Technology Is Helping Cities Remain Competitive In The Face of New Business Models And Emerging Technologies Track A - Keynote TheatreMorten Westergaard PANEL DISCUSSION: Overcoming The Barriers To Financing And Funding Renewable Energy Projects: Improving Investors’ Faith In Renewable Energy Projects Track C - Conference Theatre 2

4:45pm PST

Designing An Intelligent Urban Power Grid That Balances The Flow Of Power Around Regional Electricity Grids Track B - Conference Theatre 1 Lighting And Beyond: Experiences To Date And Future Plans Track A - Keynote Theatre GLOBAL CASE STUDY: Understanding The Benefits Of Large Scale Solar Programmes On Utility Finances And Consumer Tariffs Track C - Conference Theatre 2

5:15pm PST

End of Global Smart Energy Summit Day 2 & Tour of Middle East Electricity Exhibition Za'abeel 6

6:00pm PST

Close of Middle East Electricity Exhibition