His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan
Chairman
Department of Energy, Abu Dhabi
Dr. Abdulla Humaid Al Jarwan stands out as a transformative leader in the energy sect or, championing innovation and strategic growth in Abu Dhabi and beyond. As the Ch airman of the Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) and a key member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, Dr. Al Jarwan plays a pivotal role in shaping the Emir ate's future energy landscape, with a strong focus on efficiency, financial sustai nability, and enabling investment and partnerships across the sector. In his role, he leads the development of policies and strategies that support rene wable energy goals, technological innovation, and the advancement of Abu Dhab i as a global hub for sustainable energy. He also actively promotes institutional coll aboration and foreign direct investment, reinforcing the emirate’s position on the global energy stage. Befor e taking on his current role at the DoE, Dr. Al Jarwan served as Director of Execut ive Affairs at the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). In this capacity, he pr ovided strategic guidance to the ADNOC Group CEO and the Executive Leadership Team, leading groundbreaking initiatives that solidified ADNOC's stature on t he global stage. He also drove strategic business development and supported the c ompany’s international expansion. He a lso serves as a Member of the Higher Committee for Water and Electricity Sector and as member of the Board of Directors of ADNOC, where he has contr ibuted to driving the company’s growth plans, strategic planning, performance oversi ght, and long-term value creation aligned with national energy priorities. In March 2026, he was appointed as a Board Member of TAQA, further strengthening his role in shaping the UAE’s energy and utilities sector. In addition, he also serves on the Board of Directors of ADNOC Drilling, besides his roles as a member of the Infrastructure Committee, and the Economic Affairs Committee within the Executive Council. A strong advocate for sustainability, he has played a central role in advancing initiatives aligned with the UAE Net Zero 2050 strategy and driving regulatory and policy reforms that enhance private sector engagement and investment in clean energy. He has also represented Abu Dhabi and the UAE at major international forums, promoting energy security, sustainability, and innovation globally. Dr. Al Jarwan’s dynamic leadership and pursuit of excellence position him as a formidable force in establishing Abu Dhabi as a global pioneer in sustainable energy. With a career rich in transformative achievements and a deep-rooted passion for progress, Dr. Abdulla Al Jarwan inspires the energy sector with his visionary approach and steadfast commitment to a sustainable, prosperous future.