On Day 1 of the 14th Dii Desert Energy Leadership Summit, titled "Trillions for tripling: Cooperation, partnership and market pull," the introductory speeches celebrated Dii Desert Energy’s 15 years of pioneering the energy transition in the MENA region.

Held in the beautiful setting of the Liechtenstein Palace in Vienna, Austria, the summit featured executive panel discussions addressing obstacles in the energy transition, including how to mobilize institutional investment toward emission-free projects and the complexities of integrating H₂ into energy systems.

The keynote address also explored H₂'s role in sustainable industrial development and the critical need for climate tech innovations. These sessions brought together leaders from around the world to discuss practical solutions for accelerating the clean energy shift.

Story by: Catherine Watkins, Chief Commercial Officer, Gulf Energy Information