Abdullah Al Salem University, represented by its student AEE Club, organized a lecture titled “From Oil to Atoms: The Future of Energy Transition in Kuwait,” delivered by Dr. Fahad Aldakheel, a Postdoctoral Researcher at the College of Engineering and Energy. The lecture took place on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the university’s Khaldiya campus.

The lecture aimed to highlight the importance of renewable energy and its future in Kuwait, emphasizing the need to diversify energy sources and explore more sustainable alternatives to help reduce pollution and protect the environment.

The discussion also highlighted Kuwait’s position as a major energy producer and exporter, and the importance of building on its experience and resources to keep pace with the changes taking place in the energy sector. It also explored the country’s direction towards clean energy, the opportunities available in this field, and key projects and areas expected to shape its future.

The lecture further addressed the role of national talent and students in shaping the future of energy, stressing the importance of developing their knowledge and skills in line with the sector’s evolving needs. It also highlighted the opportunities the sector offers in education, employment, and scientific research.

The event was attended by the university’s students, who took part in a discussion with the speaker and exchanged views on the main opportunities and challenges facing the future of energy in Kuwait.

The lecture concluded with an open Q&A session, during which students had the opportunity to raise their questions and receive answers, further enhancing their understanding of the importance of renewable energy.