Najib Altawell Keynote Speaker

17+ years in global energy & sustainability
Author of Wiley-IEEE & Elsevier energy titles
ClimateTech: AI, digital twins & nanomaterials

Najib Altawell's Biography

Dr Najib Altawell is an environmental engineer, academic, and author with more than seventeen years of international experience in energy (fossil fuels, Renewable energy, and nuclear energy), sustainability, geopolitics and climate change. Presently, he teaches and coordinates modules in Energy and Energy Management, Project Management in the Energy Industry, and the Economic Environment of Business.

Dr Altawell’s research and professional work bridge the worlds of technology, sustainability, and strategic transformation. His expertise spans renewable and hybrid energy systems, oil and gas decarbonisation, nanotechnology and nanotechnology applications in clean energy, as well as the emerging field of ClimateTech for Environmental Sustainability—integrating AI, digital twins, and nanomaterials for a net-zero future.

He is the author and editor of several internationally published books, including The Selection Process of Biomass Materials for Co-firing and for the Production of Bio-fuels (Wiley-IEEE Press), Rural Electrification: Optimising Economics, Planning and Policy in an Era of Climate Change and Energy Transition (Elsevier), Sustainable and Economic Approach to the Oil and Gas Industry, and Energy Storage Systems (Cambridge Scholars Press, forthcoming).

Dr Altawell is a sought-after speaker at academic, corporate, and policy events, known for his ability to translate complex technical issues into clear, actionable insights for decision-makers. His presentations challenge industries to adopt sustainable yet profitable energy models while preparing for the profound societal and technological shifts shaping the 21st century.

Energy Transition and the Future of Oil & Gas: Balancing Profitability with Sustainability

How can traditional energy companies thrive in a low-carbon world? This talk explores the economic, technological, and strategic shifts reshaping oil and gas for a sustainable future.

ClimateTech and AI Innovation for a Net-Zero Future

An in-depth look at how artificial intelligence, digital twins, and smart technologies are transforming climate action and accelerating the global journey to net zero.

Sustainable Energy Systems and Global Energy Security

Examines the complex balance between renewable integration, reliability, and affordability— defining the roadmap to a secure and sustainable global energy mix.

Digital Transformation in the Energy Industry: From Data to Decarbonisation

Shows how digitalisation and automation are revolutionising energy operations, improving efficiency, and driving emissions reduction across the entire value chain.

Geopolitics and Oil & Gas

Analyses how international politics, resource access, and market dynamics shape the global energy landscape and influence the pace of transition.

Energy Crops & Biofuels

Highlights the role of biomass and biofuels in creating a circular, low-carbon energy economy—linking agricultural innovation with energy diversification.

Interdependent World and Global Challenge

Explores the interconnected nature of modern civilisation—demonstrating how cooperation across borders is essential for tackling shared environmental and economic crises.

Climate Change and Global Warming

Provides a scientific and socio-economic perspective on climate change, offering insights into adaptation, mitigation, and innovation for long-term resilience.

Climate Change & Businesses

Outlines how corporations can embed sustainability into their core strategies—turning environmental responsibility into a source of competitive advantage.

Energy Storage Systems

Explains the role of batteries, hydrogen, and emerging technologies in stabilising renewable grids and supporting a flexible, resilient energy future.

Machine Olfaction Devices

Introduces the fascinating field of 'electronic noses' and their application in energy, environment, and industry—bridging nanotechnology with intelligent sensing.

Nanotechnology and Nanoelectronics

Shows how nanoscale innovation is revolutionising clean energy, electronics, and industrial processes—driving efficiency, miniaturisation, and sustainability.

Economic Pathways to Environmental Sustainability

Connects economic growth with environmental responsibility, presenting models for sustainable development that balance innovation, policy, and profitability.