Center of Excellence
Renewable Energy and Storage Technologies
About the Center of Excellence
The Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy and Storage Technologies aims to develop renewable energy and storage technologies that help Saudi Arabia achieve its environmental and economic goals as set out in the Kingdom’s Vision2030 Strategy. Through strategic partnerships, cutting-edge research and workforce training, the Center will spearhead the prototyping and commercialization of renewable energy and storage solutions that secure the Kingdom’s industrial competitiveness and empower its ambition to expand into new sustainability-centered economic sectors.
Welcome Message from the Chair
“The establishment of a new Center dedicated to renewable energy and storage technologies in the Kingdom will serve as a significant catalyst for creating a positive economic impact. The economic benefits include mitigating the costs and devastation of climate change, enhancing energy security, developing the skilled workforce, creating jobs and improving quality of life and human health.”
Research and Translation Areas
The Center will focus on prototyping and scaling activities of homegrown technologies in advanced photovoltaics, new battery chemistries, lithium extraction and battery recycling, advanced cooling technologies, energy storage in chemical fuels and electricity regeneration, as well as testing, modeling and integration of energy storage technologies.
Training and Outreach
The Center for Renewable Energy and Storage Technologies offers workforce development programs to support the growth of the Kingdom's emerging renewable energies sector. Our efforts in this direction include Saudi graduate student recruitment, internships for undergraduates, hosting guest faculty, summer schools, certification programs, online courses, in-Kingdom seminars at Saudi Universities and an annual conference.
Partners and Supporters
The Center of Excellence for Renewable Energy and Storage Technologies actively collaborates with industry leaders, research institutions and academic experts worldwide to drive innovation and bring groundbreaking technologies from the lab to real-world applications. These partnerships enable us to test and scale solutions across diverse environments and sectors, ensuring they meet various market needs and conditions.
We are committed to expanding our network of collaborators to push the boundaries of renewable energy and storage technologies. By joining forces with like-minded organizations and experts, we aim to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy systems and create a lasting impact on global energy infrastructure. If you are interested in exploring collaboration opportunities, please contact us.
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