Sultan Al-Jaber

Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, President of COP28 and CEO of ADNOC, dives into the synergy between AI and sustainable energy solutions. He discusses how AI can drive decarbonization efforts and enhance energy management, addressing the soaring demand for energy as data center power consumption is set to double by 2030. Sultan also highlights the pivotal commitments made during COP28 and the importance of inclusivity, sharing experiences with indigenous communities that shape global climate strategies.

Dr. Sultan Al-Jaber, CEO of ADNOC, discusses controversies surrounding the UAE hosting COP28, including his appointment as conference president. The podcast explores the contradictions in oil extraction and fighting climate change, the significance of hosting a big climate summit, and investigations into the UAE's use of UN and COP meetings for planning oil and gas deals.

Sultan Al-Jaber, controversial COP28 president, is also the boss of Abu Dhabi's state oil company. Despite this, his work as founder of green energy giant Masdar is cited in his defense. Is he compromised or uniquely qualified? Interviews with those who know him shed light.