Invited Speakers
Dr. Sodipo Oluwaseyi
university of lagos
Nigeria
Dr. Sodipo Oluwaseyi
university of lagosNigeria
Biography
Experienced Business Development Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the renewables and environment industry. Skilled in Solar solution project development, Management, Customer Service, Solar system design and Strategic Planning. Strong engineering professional with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) focused in Electrical, Electronics and Renewable energy from University of Lagos. Renewable energy enthusiast with a background in electrical engineering and over 9 years experience in C&I solar project development
Speech Title
energy storage
Dr. Adoroh Cosmos Ahmed
Federal University of Lafia
Nigeria
Dr. Adoroh Cosmos Ahmed
Federal University of LafiaNigeria
Biography
Computer scientist and renewable energy professional with expertise in credit risk assessment, debt recovery, and sales growth in Africa’s energy sector. As Risk Strategy Manager at Bluetti Nigeria, I drive credit profiling, compliance, fraud prevention, and recovery strategies. My career spans roles at Husk Power Systems and Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company, improving efficiency, revenue recovery, and market reach. Passionate about sustainable energy access, I combine data-driven insights with community-focused solutions.
Speech Title
Bridging Energy Gaps: Risk-Managed Strategies for Renewable Energy Deployment in Africa
Madalitso Chimpeni
Co-founder and managing director of Mpepu Energy
Malawi.
Madalitso Chimpeni
Co-founder and managing director of Mpepu EnergyMalawi.
Biography
Madalitso is an award-winning climate tech innovator and cofounder of Mpepu Energy, a startup pioneering wind turbines and rural micro-grids in Malawi. With six years in off-grid energy, he has led clean cooking initiatives and innovative renewable energy projects. He co-developed the Helix Wind Turbine, earning multiple awards including the Malawi Innovators Design Competition, CIMPAD Youth Innovation Award, and BRICS Youth Green Economy Award. He is currently developing mini grids in Malawi aiming to boost national connectivity by 20% and establish local renewable energy manufacturing.
Speech Title
The role of renewable energy in electrifying Africa.
Blessing Muvuti
Renewable Energy and Systems Innovation Specialist
South Africa
Blessing Muvuti
Renewable Energy and Systems Innovation SpecialistSouth Africa
Biography
Blessing Muvuti is a renewable energy and power sector specialist with over a decade of experience driving clean energy initiatives across Africa. Under the USAID-funded Power Africa programs, Blessing managed data and systems for a portfolio of over 500 clean energy projects and developed the Power Africa Tracking Tool (PATT), monitoring a pipeline of more than 750 power generation projects. He has provided technical support to stakeholders advancing electrification, policy reform, and private sector participation in renewable power.
Blessing has also led community-focused renewable energy initiatives, including co-creating Solar-Powered Digital Literacy and Entrepreneurship Hubs in rural Zimbabwe and Malawi, combining sustainable solar energy access with digital inclusion and entrepreneurship training. Earlier, he implemented ERP and financial systems for energy utilities such as GDF Suez, ZESCO, and Afghanistan’s national utility DABS, improving cost recovery and service delivery. His work bridges technical innovation, project management, and stakeholder engagement, making him a recognized leader in renewable energy deployment and sustainable development.
Blessing holds a Master of Management with the University of the Witwatersrand and holds a Postgraduate Degree in Management from the same university. He is a Certified Project Manager and Certified Trainer, with a strong track record of leading projects and training professionals in over 10 African countries, Afghanistan, and the United States.
Speech Title
Bridging Technology and Community: Scaling Solar and Digital Hubs for Sustainable Development.
Dr. Mahyar Kargaran
Azad University
Iran
Dr. Mahyar Kargaran
Azad UniversityIran
Biography
I am Mahyar Kargaran, a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering at Azad University, Mashhad Branch, Iran. My research focuses on heat transfer, thermodynamics, and sustainable energy, with a strong emphasis on photovoltaic thermal management and nanofluid-based cooling technologies. I hold a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, where I studied solar chimney systems, and have since expanded my work to advanced cooling strategies for photovoltaic systems, including oscillating heat pipes, multifunctional coatings, and hybrid nanofluids.
I have authored more than ten peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals such as Energy, Thermal Science and Engineering Progress, and the International Journal of Energy Research. My work has received over 220 citations, reflecting contributions to energy, exergy, and environmental performance analyses of solar technologies. I remain committed to advancing renewable energy solutions that enhance efficiency and sustainability.
Speech Title
From Efficiency to Sustainability: Innovative Methods to Cool Photovoltaic Panels and Capture Carbon Emissions.
Prem Krishna KC
Managing Director, Hydro Tunnelling and Research Pvt. Ltd
Nepal
Prem Krishna KC
Managing Director, Hydro Tunnelling and Research Pvt. LtdNepal
Biography
Mr. Prem Krishna KC is the Managing Director of the Company, bringing extensive expertise in hydropower and infrastructure development. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from Tribhuwan University, Nepal and a Master’s degree in Hydropower Development from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Norway.
He has led and contributed to numerous high-profile projects, including detailed engineering design of major hydropower plants such as Middle Mewa (73.5 MW), Khimti-2 (48.8 MW), and Bhotekoshi-1 (44 MW), as well as road tunnel projects including Lamabagar Road Tunnel and Kathmandu-Terai Fast Track Road. He has also conducted feasibility studies for large-scale projects like Upper Bheri (325 MW) and Budhi Gandaki (341 MW), demonstrating a strong track record in delivering technically robust and sustainable solutions.
Speech Title
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Lidetu Abu
Haramaya Institute of Technology
Ethiopia
Lidetu Abu
Haramaya Institute of TechnologyEthiopia
Biography
Lidetu Abu is a Lecturer in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Haramaya University, Haramaya Institute of Technology, Ethiopia. He holds a Master of Science degree in Electrical Power Systems from the University of Rwanda. His research includes hybrid renewable energy systems, intelligent power-saving systems, and power system optimization, with a published article in a reputable journal. He has also served as a trainer in microgrid, power engineering, and smart grid technologies in University of Rwanda, and holds multiple certifications in different areas helped him contribute to the scientific community. He is also involved in a Grand Research Grant project at Haramaya University focused on renewable energy technologies. Additionally, he prepared the 'Electrical Power Systems Laboratory Manual I' for his school.
Speech Title
Towards Energy Autonomy: Integrating Renewable Energy Systems for Sustainable Power and Climate Resilience.
Vijetha Venkatesh Jogu
Tata Consulting Engineers Limited
India
Vijetha Venkatesh Jogu
Tata Consulting Engineers LimitedIndia
Biography
Senior Electrical Engineer with 6+ years in utility-scale Solar PV, BESS, and hybrid renewable projects across Australia, USA & India. Skilled in system sizing, design, techno-economic analysis, feasibility studies, Project Development, Project Management and Delivery, AC & DC Design and Calculations, Equipment sizing and Bill of Quantities and project execution. Strong expertise in BESS sizing (200MWh to 5GWh), grid compliance (AS/NZS, IEC, IEEE), and CAPEX optimization (10-18%).
Proficient in PVsyst, HOMER Pro, PVcase, ETAP, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Google Earth, Google SketchUp and more. Successfully delivered large-scale Australian projects including the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub (200MW/800MWh), Victoria Gnarwarre Project (250MW/500MWh) and Melbourne Grid Battery (140MW / 560MWh) and optimized bids & designs ensuring high client satisfaction.
Speech Title
Optimizing Battery Energy Storage Systems for Renewable Grid Stability.
Ali Faisal Ali Mohamed
Solar star engineering
Sudan
Ali Faisal Ali Mohamed
Solar star engineeringSudan
Biography
Ali Mohamed is an Electrical Engineer with over five years of experience in managing and supervising solar energy projects. He specializes in project planning, risk management, and resource optimization, with strong expertise in cost control and scheduling. Ali has successfully led large-scale renewable energy initiatives, including the UNDB agricultural solar projects across River Nile State and Beheira locality in Sudan, as well as major contracts with industrial clients and international organizations such as the European Union. As Project Manager at Solar Star Engineering Company, he oversaw multiple solar installations, team training, and performance development. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Omdurman Islamic University.
Speech Title
Solar Energy and Development of Developing Communities.
Mahdi Deymi Dasht Bayaz
Hakim Sabzevari University
Iran
Mahdi Deymi Dasht Bayaz
Hakim Sabzevari UniversityIran
Biography
For than 18 years, I have worked as a process engineer, researcher, supervisor, and professor for various companies/universities. I have dedicated almost my entire academic career to the investigate energy systems specially in the fields of renewable energies, energy storage, cogeneration and CCHP systems, refrigeration and HVAC cycles. Regarding research, I have extensive experience in the broad field of the applying thermo-economic-environment-sustainable analyses. In recent years, I have employed various models based on energy, exergy, exergoeconomic, economic, and environmental analysis with the aim of investigation and optimization of energy systems. Also, by using emergy analysis, I have studied the sustainability of different thermodynamic cycles. Paying special attention to the analysis and optimization of the ejector heat pumps, heat recovery and using renewable energies in various cycles are among the key points of my previous research experiences.
Concerning pedagogical merits, I have taught both undergraduate and postgraduate courses and I have supervised at least 20 PhDs and master’s degree students. I have 15 years of teaching experience in Iran and 2 years in Russia (ITMO University). Teaching Thermodynamics, Exergy, Air conditioning systems, Refrigeration Systems and Applications to students of various levels is one of my experiences during this period. During these courses, in addition to teaching energy, heat transfer and thermodynamics, modeling HVAC equipment such as absorption chillers, heat pumps, hot water and steam boilers, students are taught how to simulate buildings with the aim of calculating heat and cooling loads and fresh air needs using software such as EES, Design Builder and Energy Plus.
It should be noted, I graduated in August 2014 and immediately I started working as an assistant professor at Hakim Sabzevari University.
Speech Title
Proposing a novel solar-driven hybrid system for water, cooling, and power production.
