Mazin Khan

As Chief Financial Officer of Masdar, Mazin Khan brings more than 20 years of invaluable experience in the utilities and renewable energy sectors. With a focus on business and financial strategy, corporate and project financing, mergers and acquisitions, and business development activities, Mazin has a proven track record of driving financial success in complex and dynamic environments. Before joining Masdar, Mazin held several senior finance positions, including roles at the Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA), PwC Canada, and Ernst & Young Middle East. During his tenure at these organizations, Mazin played a key role in shaping financial strategies, managing corporate and project financing, and overseeing various financial and risk management initiatives. Mazin is a seasoned finance professional and a qualified Chartered Accountant of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. He is also a fellow member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, bringing a wealth of financial expertise and leadership to the Masdar team.

Session Overview

Wednesday, 5 November

13:10

Finance & Investment ICC Hall B 13:10 - 13:50

Project developers and energy operators: unleashing investment for energy transformation

As the energy sector evolves to more diverse and secure sources of energy, investors are redefining their strategies to unlock value in the face of shifting investment trends. In response to higher interest rates, increased market volatility, and various supply chain issues, project developers and energy operators are seeking out innovative financing models to maintain access to project critical investments. To meet this demand, capital providers are exploring creative solutions including new business models, flexible ownership models and strategic collaborations. To advance towards a resilient, low-carbon, high-growth future, the energy sector must deepen collaboration with global financiers and unlock the investment to fuel unprecedented inclusive growth.

Attendee insights:

Explore how investors are supporting the transformation of the energy sector in a manner that meets shareholder demands, today’s energy needs, and ambitious climate targets.

Tuesday, 5 November

14:30

Finance & Investment Conference Conference Room A 14:30 - 15:30

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What is the future of climate finance?

As the energy transition transforms the global economy, the energy and finance sectors have a crucial role in providing the technical capabilities and capital flows needed to achieve the low carbon high growth economy of tomorrow. While public-private collaborations are accelerating the accessibility and mobilisation of investment into key climate technologies, a lack of supporting infrastructure, issues achieving industrial scalability, high initial capital investment and longer ROI windows are slowing progress. With energy transition investments needing to increase from US$1.8 trillion in 2023 to US$4.5 trillion a year to meet targets, per the IEA, how can the energy, finance, and policy makers shape the pathway to net-zero?

Attendee insights:

Evaluate the state of the energy transition and explore how industry leaders are navigating and mobilising the capital flows and investment needed to achieve a successful transition at the pace and scale society expects.