Dr. Jauad El Kharraz is a distinguished Senior Associate with expertise in energy, water, and climate policies. With a career spanning over 25 years, he has made significant contributions to the sustainable energy sector. He has held pivotal roles such as Executive Director of the Regional Center for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency and Director of Research at the Middle East Desalination Research Center. Dr. El Kharraz's vast experience includes working on projects related to energy policies, wind and solar technologies, green hydrogen, water management, desalination, and climate change. He has been actively involved in international programs and projects, collaborating with institutions like the European Commission, UN-ESCWA, and the EU-GCC Clean Energy Technology Network. Dr. El Kharraz's expertise extends to various global platforms, where he has contributed to scientific papers, policies, and events in over 60 countries. His dedication to sustainability is evident through his involvement in initiatives focusing on the water-energy-food nexus, climate change, and environment. As a multilingual professional, Dr. El Kharraz is fluent in French, Arabic, Spanish, and English, enhancing his ability to engage with diverse stakeholders in the field of sustainable energy and water management.