Raed Sherif

Job Title: Sr. Renewable Energy Expert
Company: King Abdullah City for Atomic & Renewable Energy
Country: Saudi Arabia

Currently a Sr. Renewable Energy expert at K.A.CARE, with expertise in PV and CSP technologies. Previous work in the field of photovoltaics includes R&D in the field of multijunction solar cells which was partly funded by the US Department of Energy and NREL. This work resulted in developing the world's first solar cell to exceed 40% efficiency under concentration in 2007 which was followed by leading a multidisciplinary team to commercialize the technology. Raed obtained his M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He has several publications in addition to 29 issued patents in the field of advanced electronics and solar cells, with prior work experiences in high tech companies such as IBM and Boeing.

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Sessions

Session

Hybrid PV Power Plants II: Business Models for 24/7 Renewable Power Plant Supply

Tuesday, April 08, 2025, 12:15 pm - 01:45 pm

Dubai World Trade Centre Conference Area / The Pavillon

This session explores the evolving business models behind Hybrid PV Power Plants, focusing on strategies for delivering 24/7 renewable power. We'll examine how hybrid systems—combining solar PV with energy storage, wind, and other renewables—are designed to ensure a consistent and reliable energy supply. Industry experts will discuss financial models, risk management, and the economic viability of these systems. Case studies will illustrate successful implementations, highlighting the potential of hybrid PV power plants to meet growing energy demands sustainably and cost-effectively while enabling a transition to round-the-clock renewable energy.