International, and Energy Studies (Derasat)
Dr. Abdulla Isa Alabbasi is an energy leader with extensive experience in sustainability, energy transition, and AI-driven energy solutions. He currently serves as Director of the Energy and Environmental Studies Program at the Bahrain Center for Strategic, International, and Energy Studies (Derasat), where he leads research on renewable energy integration, climate action, and the equitable transformation of energy systems.
Abdulla is the founder of Bahrain’s first Artificial Intelligence Renewable Energy (AIRE) Laboratory, a pioneering initiative that harnesses advanced digital technologies for innovation, decision support, and policy development. The laboratory provides decision-makers and policymakers with data-driven insights and strategies to accelerate the energy transition, strengthen infrastructure resilience, and align national efforts with global climate objectives.
Beyond his national role, Abdulla has authored and led several international research projects in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), universities, and leading think tanks worldwide. His publications and research reflect a multidisciplinary approach that integrates technology, sustainability, and policy to address the pressing challenges of climate change.
