ADIPEC discusses the role of artificial intelligence in creating a qualitative shift in the energy sector

Yesterday, the activities of the 40th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2024) continued, and the second day saw many important sessions that dealt with increasing the role of clean hydrogen, the importance of intelligence artificial intelligence and its potential to create a qualitative shift in the energy sector and support decarbonisation efforts, as well as its role in increasing efficiency, increasing flexibility, and providing opportunities investment

Engineer Nawal Yousef Al Hinai, Director of the Future Energy Department at the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, participated in an important discussion session on increasing the role of clean hydrogen, which discussed ways to improve energy infrastructure strengthening in the Emirates.

Highlights the important role of carbon capture, utilization and storage technologies, and how to use clean hydrogen to reduce emissions in difficult industries. The session touched on innovations and challenges in these areas, and also discussed opportunities for cooperation and strategic partnerships to achieve climate neutrality by 2050.

Engineer Nawal Al-Hinai confirmed to Al-Bayan that the UAE is willing to lead the transition to clean and sustainable energy in the region, and to highlight its innovative role in developing innovative solutions for a more sustainable future. She said that the UAE is on its way to achieving its ambition of becoming a global leader in the field of low-carbon hydrogen.

Highlighting the country’s ongoing efforts to transition to low-emission energy sources and benefit from new growth opportunities at home. She explained that the country is already in a good position that makes it a leader in the field of clean hydrogen, with natural competitive advantages for blue and green hydrogen, indicating that hydrogen is the fuel of the future.

artificial intelligence

Taiba Al Hashemi, CEO of ADNOC Offshore and President of ADIPEC 2024, participated; In a session entitled “The Power of Artificial Intelligence to Support the Transition in the Energy Sector,” in the presence of a group of the most prominent leaders in the energy sector and senior executives in the private sector, including Michel Lutz, Chief Executive Data and Head of the Data and Artificial Intelligence Department at Total Energy; and Majzan Kinesby, AIQ Acting Managing Director.

The session discussed how artificial intelligence technologies are changing business processes, and addressing the opportunities and challenges associated with data centers and energy consumption needs. We use AI to improve operational efficiency, which in turn supports our company’s development in renewable energy, enabling us to better help our customers understand their behavior and they need it,” said Michel Lutz, Superintendent.

A million dollars

On the second day it was announced by Burjeel Holding that the “Human Power Health and Wellness Award” was launched with a value of one million dollars, in collaboration with “Response Plus Medical”, a provider of medical care services. This came at a press conference with the aim of increasing the health and well-being of workers in the global energy sector.

The winners will be announced at the next edition of the ADIPEC 2025 exhibition and conference, where the projects will be evaluated by an independent committee made up of international experts, based on 3 main criteria: Create working environments supportive, provide an innovative approach, and demonstrate visible and measurable impact.

Dr. Shamsher Vayalil, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Burjeel Holding, said: The energy sector, which is a mainstay of the global economy, has made great strides in prioritizing the health and safety of its employees. both physically and mentally. .

He explained that “Burjeel Holding”; As a trusted and experienced partner in providing healthcare to this sector, he believes it is his duty to support and encourage a culture of holistic health in the global energy sector.

Noting that the award aims to honor and encourage innovative technology-based solutions that contribute to addressing health challenges in harsh and complex work environments around the world, the hope that these efforts will contribute to a significant improvement in the health of workers in the energy sector worldwide.

Omran Al-Khouri, Chairman of the Board of Directors of “Response Plus” Holding, said: The award comes in recognition of companies and innovators who present new ideas to increase mental health in the energy sector. to practical solutions that contribute to increasing the flexibility of the workers in this sensitive sector, especially as a result of the fundamental changes that the energy sector is currently undergoing.

Nasser Al Riyami, Chief Operating Officer – Projects at Burjeel Holding, confirmed to Al Bayan that the award aims to support small and medium-sized companies in building the mental health of employees in the energy sector, which ‘ note that workers in the energy sector go through. particular circumstances and are exposed to particular psychological pressures. He explained that it is necessary to deal with these pressures, and this is our role in qualifying workers in the sector to face these challenges.