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WELCOME Dear Participants, On behalf of Reed Exhibitions Middle East, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Abu Dhabi and the Sixth Edition of the World Future Energy Summit. The need for a clean energy future for all citizens of the world is no longer in question. WFES 2013 is proud to contribute to the debate about creating a clean world; a greener and better planet. In Abu Dhabi this year we will bring together leaders from across the political, business, finance and academic sectors to enter into real debate and share knowledge and expertise. In 2013, we are delighted to welcome more than 26,200 attendees, 690 media representatives, 3,200 opening ceremony delegates, 650 exhibitors and representatives from 137 nations to debate the pressing issues, drive innovation, and explore trade and investment opportunities. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our colleagues and partners who have invested considerable time and energy in creating this event – from the Abu Dhabi government and Masdar, to our speakers, exhibitors, partners, visitors and media. Your tireless efforts have ensured that the Summit continues to be the foremost international gathering for the clean technology and renewable energy industries. I trust you will find the discussion over the next few days stimulating, challenging and rewarding – moving us forward towards the establishment of a more sustainable world for all. Sincerely,
Naji El Haddad WFES Show Director With thanks to our sponsors: Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and associate sponsor, Emirates Aluminium, Total, Shell, ExxonMobil, OXY, Schneider Electric, First Solar and Ernst & Young, Qatar Petroleum, Etihad Rail and the Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority (ADTCA). WFES is held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.
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