SWPF to discuss policies and strategies that will shape the future of the Saudi Arabian water and power industry
Jeddah, Tuesday, October 5th 2010 [ME NewsWire]:
A large number of regional and international experts are attending the three-day Saudi Water & Power Forum, “SWPF 2010”, which kicked off in Jeddah on Sunday under the theme "Sustainable Prosperity through Knowledge, Innovation and Cooperation”.
The annual forum, supported by Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, plays a key role in uniting Saudi and international stakeholders to discuss the policies and strategies that will determine the future of the power and water industry in Saudi Arabia, as well as focusing on how to adapt to the changing market and achieve sustainable prosperity through knowledge, innovation and cooperation.
The largest gathering of water and power industry professionals in Saudi Arabia, SWPF brings together both local and international industry luminaries to achieve the knowledge, contacts and partnerships required for further development of business in one of the largest power and water markets in the world.
SWPF 2010 consists of a 3-day strategic forum, international exhibition, National Water Company Day and technical sessions led by the Bushnak Academy, as well as events offering extensive networking opportunities such as the Marafiq and GE Oil & Gas corporate luncheons, the Networking Roundtable Discussions and an exclusive gala dinner that will feature the prestigious SWPF Awards Ceremony hosted by ACWA Power International.
Speakers at this year's event include Makkah Gov. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal, Minister of Water and Electricity Abdullah Al-Hussayen, Vice President of KACST Prince Turki bin Saud bin Mohammad, President of the King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy Hashim Yamani, President of the Arab Water Council and former Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Dr. Mahmoud Abu-Zeid, Governor of Saline Water Conversion Corporation Fehied Fahad Al-Shareef, CEO of the National Water Company Loay Al-Musallam, President and CEO of GE Power & Water Steve Bolze, and President and CEO of ACWA Power International Paddy Padmanathan.
Topics to be discussed at the forum include policies, projects and prospects for a sustainable future; initiatives to support innovation in the sector; realization of the potential of technology; renewable energy opportunities and solutions; energy conservation and demand management; water resource management; and financial tools for technology development and consumer relations.
SWPF has been organized by Bushnak Academy and CWC under the auspices of the Saudi Ministry of Water and Electricity. Al-Aghar Group, an independent Saudi non-profit think-tank, is preparing a study to determine the requirements of strategic planning for the water and power sectors.
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SWPF is organized by the CWC Group and the Bushnak Academy.
About CWC Group
The CWC Group are renowned world experts in oil, gas, power, infrastructure and investment sectors, particularly in emerging markets. We have a wealth of knowledge, offering top-level strategic events around the world.
We work closely with many governments, NOCs and international corporations to highlight the key issues and challenges facing the global energy industry. The Group operates globally and over the past 13 years, our gatherings have become widely acknowledged within the energy community for their quality, prestigious level of government officials and senior corporate delegation.
About Bushnak Academy
Bushnak Academy organizes specialized seminars, intensive courses and workshops in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and throughout the Gulf region. We facilitate courses in professional development and continuing education in the fields of water, energy, environment, and business. We provide professional training specifically tailored to the needs of your organization. In cooperation with our partners in the region, we can arrange for quality seminars and technical workshops at your local headquarters or on the work site. Our training courses are led by instructors with extensive experience in their field. Well-qualified and possessing solid credentials, these instructors are our most valuable resource. Some have worked in the water and energy sector for many years and have a thorough knowledge of their industry and its demands. Others are recognized internationally for their achievements and scholarship.
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