Sara Sarhan

Job Title: Senior Market Analyst
Company: Rystad Energy
Country: Norway

Sara Sarhan is a Senior Analyst in the Supply Chain team, covering service companies in the Middle East and North Africa, with a focus on EPC activity in the region. Prior to joining Rystad, she worked in Strategy and M&A at a leading EPC company based in the Middle East, supporting country and capability expansion strategies as well as major transformation initiatives across O&G and Offshore Wind. Sara holds a Bachelor's degree in International Economics and Finance from Bocconi University.

September 1, 2026Pricing the Sun: The Economics of Solar Finance

Sessions

Session

Policy, Regulation & Finance: Unlocking Investment for Solar Growth

Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 2:15pm–4:00pm

Dubai World Trade Centre Conference Area: Pavilion Hall; Booth #: P.G40

This session explores how effective policy frameworks, streamlined regulations, and innovative financing solutions can work together to accelerate the global expansion of solar energy. Bringing together perspectives from policymakers, investors, and industry leaders, it will examine how supportive regulatory environments reduce investment risk, attract private capital, and enable the successful development of solar and hybrid energy projects. Through best practices, emerging funding mechanisms, and real-world case studies, participants will gain practical insights into mobilizing capital, fostering investor confidence, and creating the conditions for sustainable growth across both established and emerging solar markets.