Discussion panel: Future Renewable Energy Solutions in Sudan
This session will explore the practical implementation of sustainable technologies, beginning with a focus on Solar and Wind Mapping to identify high-potential sites across the Northern and Red Sea states for large-scale deployment. The panel will delve into the technical designs of Off-Grid and Mini-Grid Solutions, examining how localized power systems can effectively bridge the energy gap for rural villages currently beyond the reach of the national grid. Additionally, we will analyze the engineering and economic benefits of Solar Irrigation, highlighting the transformative impact of replacing traditional diesel pumps with solar-powered systems to drive efficiency and sustainability in Sudan’s agricultural sector.
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- Starts 24 April 2026 07:00 AM UTC
- Ends 25 April 2026 04:45 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge
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Prof. Karrar
Biography:
- Professor in Electrical Engineering at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, USA.
- Previous Department Head of Electrical Engineering at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 2019 - 2023, and before that at the University of Khartoum, Sudan, 2010 - 2014.
- Was Consultant for the National Electricity Corporation, Sudan, 2003-2010.
- Was appointed as Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering, University of Khartoum, 1992.
- PhD in Electrical Engineering, University of Loughborough, 1992.
- B.Sc in Electrical Engineering, University of Khartoum, 1985
- Research Interests: Power System Stability, Power System Transients, Power System Control and Analysis
Eng. Abdallah
Biography:
- Senior Electrical Power Policy Engineer with 13+ years of international experience across the UK and Sub-Saharan African markets.
- A leader in power system optimization, renewable energy integration, and transmission & distribution network development.
- Currently serves as an Electrical Policy Engineer at SSE (UK) and an Expert Panel Member for the British Standards Institute (BSI), while concurrently leading power sector initiatives for the Sudanese Industrial Development Org (SIDO).
- Specializes in the strategic deployment of solar PV and wind technologies, focusing on driving electrification initiatives and energy investment transactions for emerging markets.
- A member of the IET and the Energy Networks Association.
- PhD in Power Systems from Glasgow Caledonian University, and a Certificate in Asset Management.
- B.Sc. in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from Cardiff University (2012).
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