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May 2024
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Best Practices in the Renewable Energy S...

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What are the latest advancements in Renewable Energy programs across the MENA region. What trends and innovations in solar energy and storage technology are being applied in Lebanon?

Laury Haytayan, Energy Expert in the Middle East and North Africa hosts Angela Leon Melkonian, Business and Project Development Director in Renewable Energy in the MENA Region.

At Energy Espresso, our commitment lies in exploring and presenting sustainable solutions to Lebanon's environmental, social, and economic challenges. We aim to equip our audience with the knowledge and inspiration to actively contribute to positive change.

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