Sudan
I am a proficient university professor, experienced researcher, and independent consultant dedicated to 100% renewable energy and sustainable development. Over the past two decades, my career has been a rich tapestry of experience, gaining deep expertise in teaching, research, and business development within the context of sustainable development. In my diverse roles, I have collaborated with researchers, policymakers, NGOs, and private sector entities, aligning efforts to advance the UN's Sustainable Development Goal 7, which aims to ensure universal access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy solutions for all. I also have an extensive background in administrative roles in higher education. I have actively contributed to the development of holistic organizational strategies, the formulation of academic policies, and the establishment and accreditation of both undergraduate and graduate programs, ensuring commitment to educational excellence and curriculum development. In addition, I am the founder and managing director of a company focused on the clean energy transition, furthering my commitment to sustainable practices and innovative solutions for resource management, including the production of energy from waste.
Estidama EnerCycle is a pioneering Sudanese startup committed to advancing sustainable innovation and promoting the circular economy across the MENA region. Our solutions aim to reduce carbon footprints, accelerate the clean energy transition, and optimize waste management in support of a more sustainable future. As part of our commitment to clean energy access, we provide innovative cooking solutions powered by biogas and solar energy, specifically designed for off-grid and rural communities. These systems reduce dependence on fossil fuels and traditional biomass, improve indoor air quality, and foster energy self-sufficiency through the use of locally sourced organic waste and solar resources.
Estidama is dedicated to transforming scientific research outputs into high-value products in the field of clean energy. Through our incubation program, we support entrepreneurs and startups, accelerating their growth and competitiveness. By focusing on local, cost-effective solutions, we contribute to sustainable development while enhancing the capabilities of the youth in entrepreneurship. Together, we can shape a cleaner, more prosperous future for all. Products: Biogas production and storage units, Biodiesel production units, Clean Cookstoves.
SUST is one of the distinguished institutions of applied sciences in Sudan, and a center of excellence in scientific research, which is committed to excellence and innovation, and preparing students for leadership around the world, and is committed to community service. Throughout my career, I have made significant milestones in academia and research. I have taught courses in industrial engineering, research methodology, and renewable energy to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. My dedication to academic excellence extends to developing course materials and curricula that provide students with a robust education. In the field of research, I have actively contributed to scientific advancement and published many scientific research papers and reports. I also provided academic guidance to students at various levels and mentored them in their research endeavors I have contributed to departmental and college meetings and committees, and I have taken responsibility for various administrative roles. I have also successfully secured research funding by drafting project proposals for various donors. It is worth noting that I established and managed a research laboratory specialized in biofuel production and testing, in addition to a technology business incubator for clean energy products, which led to driving innovation and sustainability in these critical areas in Sudan.
The World Bioenergy Association (WBA) is an international NGO and non-profit association that represents the bioenergy sector globally. Since its foundation in 2008, WBA has been working to address a number of pressing issues including certification, sustainability criteria, bioenergy promotion, and the debates about bioenergy´s impact on food, land-use and water supply. My role is within the WBA's mission to Promote the increasing utilization of bioenergy globally in an efficient and sustainable way and to support the business environment for the bioenergy companies.
(B)energy is a Germany-based biogas company, a social business that works with partners in different continents to make biogas technology available, affordable, and beneficial. In this special role, I provide comprehensive support across a range of critical activities, including business development, research initiatives, and technical operations within the scope of (B)energy in the African biogas sector. Research projects, Project management and business development
My work there was to develop a holistic program for Sudan for the development of sustainable, cost-competitive bioenergy options for all three forms of energy (heat/cooling, power, and transport fuel), utilizing the almost entirely unutilized forms of biomass that were sustainably and economically available in the country. I was also working on the life cycle assessment of these sustainable, cost-competitive bioenergy options.